Tackers 2 - Learn to Sail for kids
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Sun 03 May 2026 09:00 - Sun 28 Jun 2026 12:00
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Australian Sailing - Tackers: Tackers 2 - Tricks & Techniques
Course information
Late registrations for this course are closed.
This event has ended. Please check the East Fremantle Yacht Club events page for upcoming events or contact activities@efyc.com.au for more information.

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.