Hi Members & Friends,

This season, the Club is excited to again offer Tackers 2 – Tricks & Techniques sailing program for kids aged 7 to 12.

Under the guidance of Paula, our Australian Sailing‑accredited instructor, this course aims to build on the fun participants had in Tackers 1, to progress their sailing skills.

Course Dates: Sundays, 25 October – 22 November

Time: 4‑hour sessions over 5 weeks

We’ve run Tackers many times in past seasons, and it’s always a hit with the kids—places fill quickly!

Course Overview
This course aims to build on the fun participants had in Tackers 1, to progress their sailing skills.

Course Prerequisites

• Water confident
• 7-12 years-old
• Skills, knowledge and experience gained in Tackers 1.

Who should do this course?

This course is designed for participants who have completed Tackers 1.

Course Outcome

By the end of the Tackers 2 course, the participants will be able to:

• Get out of irons on their own
• Safely gybe the boat
• Correctly use the tiller extension
• Sailing around a triangle course, including:
  • Upwind - on a close hauled course tacking through the 'no go zone'
  • Downwind - with centreboard up
  • Reaching - correct sail position
• Demonstrate a 360 and 720-degree turn

You will gain your Tackers 2 completion certificate.