This decision will be dependent on the type of dinghy that you are looking for. Bear in mind that your requirements will change as you develop in the sport. To begin with you will want a relatively simple boat. Perhaps, just a Laser. If you are at all unsure about which boat is right for you, then contact the manufacturer of the boat and ask for a test sail .
Most manufacturers have test sailings - especially during the spring.
Back to top JJ's Home Kit and caboodle Learn to sail from your PC with a leading instructor. If you want to go straight for the real thing then a sailing course in the UK would cost anything from 60 for 2 days for a local dinghy course to 200 for 2 days with accommodation at a centre of excellence. If you start as a crew you might want to spend 20 to 100 on boots and very likely, a decent wetsuit . JoJaffa has picked out some great reads for you, so check out the following. For each book you can just click through to get more information.