For Ranelagh Members who are completely new or have just started sailing. DBYC is offering a three-day learn to sail “Tackers 1” and “Tackers 2” course, 9am to 3pm on Wed 10th to Fri 12th December, 2025. This is a fun-focused introduction to sailing, with all the basics covered! Tackers 1 sessions focus on building water confidence and teaching sailors how to rig, tack and sail across the wind. In Tackers 2 having fun is still the priority but sailors are also introduced to gybing, getting out of irons and sailing around a triangle course.

Please choose this course if your child has not sailed before or has completed a Tackers 1 program. Once signed up, we will split sailors in the appropriate groups based on age and ability. 

 

Minimum age?

Kids must be 8 years or older to participate in this course.

 

What to bring?

All sailors are required to wear a lifejacket, hat, sunscreen and shoes (old runners, wetsuits boots, crocs etc, NOT thongs) during the coaching sessions. Please BYO life jacket (these can be purchased from outdoor stores such as Anaconda, Sport Phillip Marine and BCF) - DBYC has a limited supply which can be borrowed if requested. Wetsuits are recommended, as the water is quite cold. Please bring a full water bottle, snack, towel and a change of clothes each day.