DBYC Sunday Morning Learn to Sail – Tackers 2 (Tips & Tricks) Program

DBYC is offering our 6-week Sunday Morning Learn to Sail program, running from Sunday 8 November to Sunday 13 December 2026.
Sessions run from 9.00am to 12:00noon.

Program options

• • Tackers 2 keeps the fun front and centre while introducing gybing, getting out of irons, and sailing around a triangle course

Once enrolled, sailors will be grouped into appropriate classes based on age and ability.

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Minimum age

Sailors must be 8 years or older to participate in the Tackers courses.

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What to bring

All sailors are required to wear:

• A lifejacket

• Hat and sunscreen

• Closed-toe shoes (old runners or wetsuit boots — no thongs or Crocs)

Please bring your own lifejacket if possible. These can be purchased from outdoor retailers such as Anaconda or BCF. DBYC has a limited supply available to borrow if requested. You'll also need a full water bottle, snack, towel and a change of clothes each session.

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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.