No experience required | Qualified Instructors | Safe and Engaging Environment
This course aims to provide children aged 7-12 with a fun, safe and affordable way to get into sailing.
Price: 2 kids for the price of 1 $400 total
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Session Times:
Every Saturdays | 8:30am-11:30am
Dates:
1st February – 15th March 2025
Location:
33 Watersports Lane, Oxenford 4210
** Only 40 spots available each day – Secure yours now!
Price: $350
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Session Times:
Every Saturdays | 12:00pm-3:00pm
Dates:
1st February – 15th March 2025
Location:
33 Watersports Lane, Oxenford 4210
Price: $350
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Session Times:
Every Sundays | 9:00am-12:00pm
Dates:
2nd February – 16th March 2025
Location:
33 Watersports Lane, Oxenford 4210
By the end of the Kids Learn to Sail 1 course, the participants will be able to:
– Steer with tiller extension – under towing paddling power
– Tie a figure 8 knot, round twice and two half hitches
– Tack (push turn)
– Gybe (pull turn)
– Reach around a figure of 8 course using both tacking and gybing
– Sail with tiller extension
– Sail upwind and downwind by following the safety boat
You will gain your completion certificate.
Professional instructors
Progress at your pace
No experience required
Life vests
Secure lockers
Qualified instructors
Club Boats
Hat and sunscreen
Towels and change of clothes
Plenty of water
A packed morning tea and lunch
Minimum age 7 up to 12 years
Please ensure your child has warm clothes should they get cold on the day
No prior sailing experience is necessary. Our classes are designed to teach children sailing skills from the basics, making it suitable for beginners and more experienced young sailors alike.
Children should bring towels, sunscreen, appropriate swimwear, a rashie or swim shirt, and dry clothes. Additionally, pack a morning tea, lunch, and plenty of water to keep them nourished and hydrated throughout the class.!
To book a sailing class, visit our website and select the desired term and class type for your child. Book online quickly, as we have limited spots available. Follow the instructions to complete the booking, and you’ll receive a confirmation email with all the necessary details.
Yes, our sailing classes are tailored to different skill levels, from beginners to advanced sailors. During the School Holiday Sailing Program the children will learn the fundamental sailing techniques and safety rules, while more advanced classes are run under other programs available at SYC where will focus on honing skills and challenging students with more complex tasks and set them up for competitions. Contact us for more information about this advance programs
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