The RNLI are offering free DVDs that demonstrates safety measures and offers loads of tips from sports experts and leading trainers on a variety of water sports. A lot of people are interested in water sports these days and if you are one among them, then the DVD is something for you. It is packed with useful information on everything related to water sports including short videos, advice, stories, and films with practical tips and advice from experts to help you make sure you have most fun in the water.
What Will I Get?
The free serious fun DVD will include:
- Advice from water sport experts and leading trainers.
- Action footage covering 11 different types of water sports.
- Great development tips and training skills.
- Practical tips and safety advice on how to stay safe on water.
- Rescue stories from lifeboat crews and the people.
Here is a short note on the different water sports that the free DVD contains information on.
Windsurfing: Windsurfing is an ‘on the surface’ water sport that combines sailing and surfing elements together. The sport involves balancing on a sailboard, and the sailor has to sail against winds. Most beginners of the game usually catch up after a few goes if they develop a sense of balance, understand core stability and learn the basics of sailing theory.
Sailing: Sailing is an age old practice in which the sailor propels a boat, the movement of which is controlled using sails. People who master the technique and have good knowledge on sailboats can sail in varying sea and wind conditions.
Kitesurfing: A type of surface water sport, kitesurfing involves aspects of windsurfing, surfing, gymnastics and paragliding. Using a kite for propulsion, a kitesurfer rides across the water on a kiteboard. Before you can kitesurf, you will need professional instructions.
Power boating: A power boat typically has a high power to weight ratio, allowing greater speed and easy handling. Power boating describes different activities that are performed on the boat, and it used for recreational purposes like waterskiing.
Canoeing: A canoe is a man powered, small and narrow boat that is propelled using paddles by two people. A lot of people who are interested to explore nature use canoe boats to paddle across rivers streams.
Angling: Angling is primarily a sport fishing technique in which an angle or a fish hook is used to catch the prey. The hook is attached to a fishing line which in turn joins a fishing rod. This simple sport is a challenge and adventure for many.
Diving: Diving is a water sport in which the divers jump or fall into the water from springboards or platforms, sometimes while performing stunts or acrobatics. Scuba diving, a more recent form of the sport, is a kind of underwater diving in which the scuba diver uses specialized equipment to breathe under water.
Water Skiing: While being pulled by a speed boat or other device, the individual balances on skis to slide on the surface of the water. The sport involves a skier, boat driver and an observer.
How Do I Order My Free DVD?
To get you free pack of the Water Training Sport Training DVDs, you have fill in some basic information about yourself and optionally answer a few simple questions related to you interests in water sports to help RNLI send you relevant offers and information in the future. The DVD will be delivered to your address.
Who are the RNLI?
The RNLI are an independent charity group who aim to save lives at sea. They operate round the clock rescue services and lifeboat searches across different coastal areas in the UK. RNLI also provide seasonal lifeguard services on busy beaches in Wales and England. The RNLI has over 40,000 volunteers working with them to protect lives at sea. Since it’s foundation in 1824, the group have saved more than 139,000 lives.
