Belmont 16s is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and supportive environment for all children and young people participating in our Learn to Sail program. We have a strong commitment to child safety and wellbeing, with policies and practices in place to protect children from harm and promote their rights, participation and inclusion. All coaches, instructors, volunteers and staff are expected to uphold our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy and maintain the highest standards of conduct. We encourage everyone involved in our programs to work together to ensure every child feels safe, respected and supported while learning and enjoying the sport of sailing.

• If you wish to use your voucher as part payment for your instructor course please enter the discount code 'ACTIVEKIDS' on registration and email your voucher code to the Sailing Office at n.steenson@16s.com.au 

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.