On completion of Level 2, the student should be able to demonstrate the points of sail, making adjustments to the helm and sails on their own. Greatest emphasis should be placed on mechanics: holding a steady upwind course, tiller pass behind, seating and balance, man overboard recovery, all in winds up to 10kts. Introduced to basic rules of the road for avoidance (port/stbd, windward/leeward) although not necessarily in a racing context.
| Level 2 | Intermediate Learn-to-Sail |
| Knots | Bowline, round turn & 2 half hitches, sheet bend, clove hitch |
| Rules of the road | Stbd/port, Leeward/windward, ahead/astern (RRS 10-14) |
| Steering | Smooth control; maintain steady course upwind w minimal luffing |
| Tack/gybe | Smooth turn; stop on new heading; proper tiller pass; avoid irons |
| Trim | Sail trim correct for all headings, telltales flying properly |
| Balance | Proper seating and weight distribution in/out, fore/aft |
| Backing | Able to sail backwards 50yds |
| Irons | Recognition and reaction, backing sails, end on prescribed tack |
| Man overboard | Return to a point from upwind and downwind course, full stop |
| Docking | Depart and return with wind at any angle |
| Sailing Area | Demonstrate knowledge of sailing area including local hazards |
| Courses | Shallow and steep diamond, some upwind |
| Nomenclature | Sail head, tack, clew, luff, leach, foot, beating, windward, leeward, forestay, shrouds, spreaders, transom, pintle, gudgeon, universal |