This Course is a follow-up to the Tackers 2 Course which should have been completed prior to this course.  Tackers 3 further develops the skills, knowledge and experience gained in Tackers 2.

It will be held on 7 SUNDAYS 8.30am to 12 noon, during August and early Septemver.

Numbers are restricted due to the number of boats available and crewed on a 1:1 basis.  Early registration is suggested to secure a place in this Course!

Siblings may claim a Course Fee Discount of 5% each using the Code "sdc" during the Registration process.

Participants will learn to sail their dinghy single-handed, as well as further develop their sailing skills in a variety of areas.

 

 

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Course Overview
This course aims to build on skills learned in Tackers 2 and focuses on advanced sailing skills through games and adventures on the water. 

Course Prerequisites

• Water confident
• 7-12 years-old
• Skills, knowledge and experience gained in Tackers 2

Who should do this course?

This course is designed for participants who have completed Tackers 2.

Course Outcome

By the end of the Tackers 3 course, the participants will be able to:

• Demonstrate the correct method and understand the theory of roll tacking and gybing
• Stopping the boat in a confined areas for a period of time
• Sail backwards
• Understand the theory behind gybing and can demonstrate the action downwind
• Show a sound knowledge of the five essentials:
  • Centreboard position
  • Boat trim
  • Boat balance
  • Course made good
  • Sail trim
• Start and finish races on a triangle and trapezoid course
• Always use tactical mark roundings in races

You will gain your Tackers 3 completion certificate.