This course is designed to consolidate the experience and knowledge gained in ‘Start Sailing’. Skills and knowledge are introduced that will enable the successful participant to safely and competently sail a dinghy in controlled conditions independently.
Our Dinghy Programs are priced between $220 and $385pp and we do offer a member discount. If you would like to be notified when course dates are confirmed please email [email protected]
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Sailors Competencies
When I’m on the water I can……
- Sail a windward / leeward course
- Perform a 360 degree turn
- Use the tiller extension
- Sail a ‘close hauled’ course without assistance
- Identify gusts on the water
- Come alongside a stationary object and stop
- Raise the centreboard downwind
- Understand tell tails and adjust the sails accordingly
- Adjust body weight to trim the boat
And when I’m on shore I can……
- Name the all of the parts of the boat
- Rig and derig a boat from scratch
- Know where to source weather forecasts
- Tie a ‘round turn and two half hitches’
Weekend Program
Better Sailing - Adult Dinghy / Weekend Program
- Saturday, January 30, 202109:00 AM to 01:00 PMSaturday, February 06, 202109:00 AM to 01:00 PMSaturday, February 13, 202109:00 AM to 01:00 PM
Better Sailing - Adult Dinghy / Weekend Program
- Saturday, February 27, 202109:00 AM to 12:00 PMSaturday, March 13, 202109:00 AM to 12:00 PMSaturday, March 20, 202109:00 AM to 12:00 PMSaturday, March 27, 202109:00 AM to 12:00 PM