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Goolwa Regatta Yacht Club

Start Helming

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Sat 28 Nov 2026 09:00 - Sun 29 Nov 2026 16:00
Australian Sailing - Keelboat: Start Helming

Course information

Registration for this course closes at Fri 20 Nov 2026 09:00.

This course is designed to enable participants to extend on their crew competencies by assisting with all aspects of sailing, including having basic helming competence.  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. 

Further information here.


Course Overview
This course develops both your theory and practical skills to confidently take control on the helm.

Course Prerequisites

Water confident and the skills, knowledge and experience you gained from Start Crewing.

Who should do this course?

This course is designed for participants who want to learn how to helm a keelboat, and continue their skill development as crew.

Course Outcome

You will gain your Start Helming completion certificate. 

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