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Tackers 2 - Tricks and Techniques (Sept/Oct School Holidays - Week 2)

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Mon 05 Oct 2026 08:30 - Thu 08 Oct 2026 13:00
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Australian Sailing - Tackers: Tackers 2 - Tricks & Techniques

Course information

Registration for this course closes at Fri 02 Oct 2026 17:00.

Tackers 2 - Tricks and Techniques: 

Once your child has learned the basics in Tackers 1, instructors will give each participant the opportunity to sail independently. Many of our instructors have completed the Tackers Program themselves, so they understand what it’s like and provide supportive, hands-on guidance throughout the experience.

Our instructors are friendly, encouraging, and committed to helping every child build confidence, develop their skills, and get the most out of their time on the water.

Where to meet 

  • On arrival, Attendees are to meet at the Bill Glasson Training Centre located on the riverside on the lower level of the Clubhouse.

What To Bring: 

  • Water bottle
  • Hat & sunscreen
  • Shoes (water shoes, wetsuit booties, old sneakers) 
  • Wetsuit, or shorts & warmer top.
  • Towel
  • Change of clothes

Dates: Monday 5th Oct to Thursday, 8th October (second week of the Sept/Oct School Holidays)

Registrations close: 24th September, 2026

Cost: $320 per student

IMPORTANT INFORMATION - AUSTRALIAN SAILING NUMBER

Once you begin registration for this course, you will be prompted to obtain an Australian Sailing Number or use your Current One. There are links to sign up for an Australian Sailing Number or Find your Existing Number. Each child requires their own Australian Sailing Number.

This is free and provides Australian Sailing personal Insurance at no cost.

PLEASE ENSURE REGISTRATION IS UNDER THE CHILD'S NAME AND AUSTRALIAN SAILING NUMBER, NOT THE PARENT/GUARDIAN.

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.