The Irish Yachting Association (IYA) has begun a programme to train young sailors in the skills of offshore sailing.

Report shows instructor lecturing young trainees.

Interview with Mark Mansfield, course organiser.

The yacht, the Turkish Delight in the last Admiral’s Cup competition.

Trainees operating sails on yachts and sailing in Cobh Harbour.

Interview with Des McWilliam, sail-maker, on Irish expertise in sailing.

Interview with Chris Bruen, Vice President, IYA.

The reporter is Tom MacSweeney.

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