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Adult Learn to Sail

Better Sailing

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 at $350pp 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’

 

Holiday Program

Better Sailing - Adult Dinghy / Holiday Program

  • Saturday, January 13, 2024
    09:00 AM to 12:00 PM
  • Saturday, January 20, 2024
    09:00 AM to 12:00 PM
  • Saturday, February 03, 2024
    09:00 AM to 12:00 PM
  • Saturday, February 10, 2024
    09:00 AM to 12:00 PM

6 PLACES AVAILABLE

$350 NON MEMBER $330 SYC MEMBER

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Weekend Program

Better Sailing - Adult Dinghy / Weekend Program

  • Saturday, January 13, 2024
    01:00 PM to 04:00 PM
  • Saturday, January 20, 2024
    01:00 PM to 04:00 PM
  • Saturday, February 03, 2024
    01:00 PM to 04:00 PM
  • Saturday, February 10, 2024
    01:00 PM to 04:00 PM

6 PLACES AVAILABLE

$350 NON MEMBER $330 SYC MEMBER

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Better Sailing - Adult Dinghy / Weekend Program

  • Saturday, February 17, 2024
    09:00 AM to 12:00 PM
  • Saturday, February 24, 2024
    09:00 AM to 12:00 PM
  • Saturday, March 02, 2024
    09:00 AM to 12:00 PM
  • Saturday, March 16, 2024
    09:00 AM to 12:00 PM

2 PLACES AVAILABLE

$350 NON MEMBER $330 SYC MEMBER

BOOK COURSE