OutThere Sailing (Youth Program - for ages 12-17) is a  sailing course open to all youth (member or non member) who want to have fun with their mates on the water!

Where to meet

On the first day of the course please meet your instructors on the water side of  the Mornington Yacht Club at the black and red OutThere Sailing flag, 10 minutes prior to the beginning of your lesson.

What to bring

Compulsory

• Hat
• Shoes that can be worn in the water. Ie Sneakers or reef shoes 
• Sunscreen
• Shorts and sleeved shirt (thermal tops are good)
• If it is cold, fleece jumper or multiple thermals (that can get wet)
• Water (drink bottle)

Recommended

• Sunglasses
• Bathers
• Waterproof “spray jacket”
• Towel
• Plastic bag for wet shoes and clothes
• Pen and paper to take notes
• Wetsuit if you have available
• Snacks 
• Please do not bring any valuables or wear jewellery that can be lost in sand or water.

More information

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Overview

OutThere Sailing 1 is a great introduction to the sport of sailing and the skills required but will still focus on fun with friends. The program provides a wide variety of on water activities that will introduce sailing and, depending on your club, an opportunity to experience stand up paddle boarding, windsurfing and power boating. You will learn skills through exciting exercises and put them to good use in fun, on-water activities.

Prerequisites

Water confident.

Who should do this program?

This program is designed for participants who are 12-17 years-old looking to try a new activity, have some fun and engage with others whilst sailing.

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We recognise that some of our course participants are completing the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award and may be using sailing and/or club membership to complete one or more sections of The Award. To learn more, click here.