Events
Planning your next time on the water? ⛵
We’ve got you covered! Upcoming courses for the next few months are listed below so you can see what’s ahead and start planning.
Spotted something you’re keen on? We recommend setting a reminder and jumping in early once bookings open — spots can fill quickly!
RQYS Members can access exclusive discounts on selected courses — simply email the Sailing Academy to claim yours.*
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*Member discounts apply to selected courses only.
Start Skippering (Full Weekend) 14th & 15th February 2026 POSTPONED
Closed
SOLD OUT **RQ Members email Academy for member discount**
The Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron
OLD Start Skippering
Support / Coach Boat Registration - 2026 International Finn Australian Championship
Closed
Sat 07 Feb 2026 09:00 - Tue 10 Feb 2026 17:30
The Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron
Regattas and Racing
Australian Finn Nationals 2026
Closed
Sat 07 Feb 2026 08:00 - Tue 10 Feb 2026 17:00
The Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron
Regattas and Racing
Start Crewing and Start Helming - 24-25 Jan & 31-1 Feb 2026 0900 -1600hrs
Closed
SOLD OUT
The Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron
OLD Start Crewing and Helming
RQ Sail & Social - January 2026 - Elliott Social Sail & Sundowners
Closed
Fri 30 Jan 2026 15:30 - 18:30
The Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron
Other Programs: Young Adult (18 - 30 years old)
IQ/Wing Nationals Support
Closed
Thu 22 Jan 2026 09:00 - Sun 25 Jan 2026 16:00
The Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron
Coaching: Regatta Support
Tackers 3 - Sail Fast - 20th - 23rd January, 2025 0900 - 1500 hrs
Closed
REGISTRATIONS OPEN
**RQYS Members please email Academy for Member discount**
The Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron
Learn 2 Sail: Junior (7- 12 Years)
Tackers 2 - Tricks and Techniques - 20th - 23rd January 2026, 0900 - 1500 hrs
Closed
REGISTRATIONS OPEN
**RQYS Members please email Academy for Member discount**
The Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron
Learn 2 Sail: Junior (7- 12 Years)
Tackers 1 - Having Fun - 20th-23rd January 2026, 0900 - 1500 Hrs
Closed
SOLD OUT
The Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron
Learn 2 Sail: Junior (7- 12 Years)
VX One Australian Championships 2026 Support / Coach Boat Registration
Closed
Tue 13 Jan 2026 10:00 - Sun 18 Jan 2026 17:30
The Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron
Regattas and Racing
Start Crewing and Start Helming - 10-11 & 17-18 January 2026, 0900 - 1600 hrs
Closed
SOLD OUT
The Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron
OLD Start Crewing and Helming
Adult Start Sailing 1 & 2: 10-11 & 17-18 Jan 2026, 0900 - 1300hrs
Closed
REGISTRATIONS OPEN NOW!
The Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron
Learn 2 Sail: Adult (16+ Years)
Tackers 3 - Sail Fast - 13th - 16th January, 2025 0900 - 1500 hrs
Closed
SOLD OUT
The Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron
Learn 2 Sail: Junior (7- 12 Years)
Tackers 2 - Tricks and Techniques - 13th - 16th January 2026, 0900 - 1500 hrs
Closed
REGISTRATIONS OPEN
**RQYS Members please email Academy for Member discount**
The Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron
Learn 2 Sail: Junior (7- 12 Years)
Tackers 1 - Having Fun - 13th-16th January 2026, 0900 - 1500 Hrs
Closed
SOLD OUT
The Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron
Learn 2 Sail: Junior (7- 12 Years)
2026 Optimist National Championships - Adrian Finglas Coaching
Fri 09 Jan 2026 09:00 - Thu 15 Jan 2026 16:00
The Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron
Coaching: Regatta Support
Youth Start Sailing 1 & 2: 6 - 9 Jan, 2026, 0830 - 1200hrs
Closed
REGISTRATIONS OPEN NOW!
The Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron
Learn 2 Sail: Adult (16+ Years)
Start Windsurfing: 6-9th Jan, 2026, 0830 - 1200hrs
Closed
Sold out
Tue 06 Jan 2026 08:30 - Fri 09 Jan 2026 12:00
The Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron
OLD Start Windsurfing
2026 ILCA National Championships - Adrian Finglas Coaching
Mon 29 Dec 2025 09:00 - Thu 08 Jan 2026 09:00
The Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron
Coaching: Regatta Support
Sail Brisbane 2025 Support / Coach Boat Registration
Closed
Tue 16 Dec 2025 00:00 - Sat 20 Dec 2025 17:30
The Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron
Regattas and Racing