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Canberra Yacht Club

Welcome to the Canberra Yacht Club Discover Sailing & Training Academy!

At CYC, we offer a clear pathway for kids, teens, and adults to progress from their very first sailing experience through to advanced racing. All programs are delivered by accredited instructors under the Australian Sailing (AS) syllabus, ensuring quality, safety, and consistency at every stage.

We pride ourselves on creating a supportive environment that is fun, safe, and affordable—whether you’re looking to try sailing for the first time or sharpen your racing skills on Lake Burley Griffin.

Registrations are now open for our upcoming training courses. If you can’t find a course that suits your schedule, we welcome expressions of interest so we can keep you informed as new sessions become available.

Youth Race Squad Optimist Term 4+ 2026
Sun 06 Sep 2026 11:15 - Wed 02 Dec 2026 18:00
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Opti Squad develops advanced boat handling, confidence, and independence on the water, while introducing key racing skills to prepare sailors for participation in future club and interclub sailing activities. (Advanced Learn to Sail)
Tackers 3 - Term 4 2026
Fri 16 Oct 2026 16:00 - Fri 11 Dec 2026 18:00
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This course aims to build on skills learned in Tackers 2 and focuses on advanced sailing skills through games and adventures on the water. (Intermediate Level)
Youth Sailing Academy Toppers Gold - Term 4 2026
Fri 16 Oct 2026 16:00 - Fri 11 Dec 2026 18:30
Canberra Yacht Club
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Toppers Gold Training advances boat handling technique and sail setup, builds on-water confidence and independence, and introduces core racing skills, tactics, and rules to prepare sailors for future club and interclub sailing. (Advanced Learn to Sail)
Tackers 1 - Term 4 2026
Sat 17 Oct 2026 09:30 - Sat 12 Dec 2026 11:30
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This course aims to provide children aged 7-12 with a fun, safe and affordable way to get into sailing. (Beginner Learn to Sail)
Tackers 2 - Term 4 2026
Sat 17 Oct 2026 12:00 - Sat 12 Dec 2026 14:00
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This course aims to build on the fun participants had in Tackers 1, to progress their sailing skills. (Beginner Learn to Sail)

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