Has anyones dc managed to get in to sailing without family knowledge of sailing?

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My eldest dc has done a beginner sailing course and would like to do more. But I notice at the local club they seem to expect you to be involved helping at the club. I have social anxiety myself and not sure if I could cope with becoming part of it all. Also we have no knowledge of sailing at all. Just wondering if we need to accept it’s not something he can do without heavy parent involvement.

Oh and some classes run what’s called Regatta fleets at some events which are designed for kids with less race experience. Downside is they can be pricy and often dominated by younger siblings of racers, but they’re a first experience of class coaching and big events etc - might be one to consider if other kids from
the local club are going to an event together.