This course is designed to assist participants to a become a competent crew member on a keelboat using a combination of classroom theory and on-water practical. The GRYC Sailing Instructors (accredited with Australian Sailing) work with small numbers of students, both within the classroom and on the water. 

As detailed below, the registration fee for non members allows participants to apply for Associate Membership at no additional cost. GRYC is committed to supporting new sailors to gain onwater experience following course completion with a specific focus on Friday evening and other race events.

• Members $300
• Non-members $490.  Please complete the Membership Application found here and forward to gryc@gryc.com.au for processing if you wish to be considered for Associate Membership.

Register using your Australian Sailing (AS) number. If you do not have an AS number, you can get one here:

Get an AS Number - Australian Sailing

Once you have registered, you will receive an invoice via email with details for payment by bank transfer.

Course Overview
This course introduces participants to the basics of sailing on keelboats, including boat handling, safety and sailing theory.

Course Prerequisites

Water confident.

Who should do this course?

This course is designed for participants who wish to begin sailing in a keelboat. Learn the basics, whilst staying relatively dry! All the equipment and gear will be provided by your accredited Discover Sailing Centre.

Course Outcome

You will gain your Start Crewing completion certificate.