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Tackers Block 1 - Tackers 3
Mon 28 Dec 2026 08:30 - Thu 31 Dec 2026 13:30
Australian Sailing - Tackers: Tackers 3 - Sailing Fast!

Course information

Registration for this course closes at Sun 27 Dec 2026 21:00.

All participants require an Australian Sailing Number. When prompted, select 'Sign Up' on the registration page to register yourself with Australian Sailing. This is separate to registering yourself for this event so please ensure you return to complete your course registration.

COST: $400 

Use code TackersEB for an early bird discount of 15%. Valid until 31st October 2026. 


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. 

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