Keelboats allow you to learn to sail without the fear of capsizing, and usually with several other people on the boat. Learning to sail in self-righting keelboats (or trailer sailors) provides a learning platform that is stable yet responsive. As your skills progress, you will also develop an understanding of each persons role and how teamwork plays a major part of being an effective crew. You should come away with the knowledge and confidence to sail a small boat competently and for those that wish, you can progress to larger boats or participate as crew on a racing boat.

Start Crewing and Start Helming (combined): The first step on the Keelboat pathway introduces you to the basics of sailing on a small keelboat, including boat handling, safety and sailing theory. In the combined course, you will also experience and develop the theory and practical skills to confidently take control on the helm. 20hr Course. Basic sailing terminology and rules, basic knots, tacking and gybing, man overboard recovery. Preparation of the boat, helm and trim on all points of sail, recovery of man overboard whilst at the helm.

Dates: Saturday 3, 17, 24, 31 October 2020 
Time: 8:00am - 1:00pm 

Cost for Members: $350 per course
Cost for Non-Members: $400 per course

REGISTRATION CLOSES: Friday, 25 September 2020 

Contact us on 9386 6437 or members@pfsyc.com.au for more information. 

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Course Overview
The first step on the Keelboat pathway introduces you to the basics of sailing on a small keelboat, including boat handling, safety and sailing theory. In the combined course, you will also experience and develop the theory and practical skills to confidently take control on the helm.

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 of crewing and helming, 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 and Start Helming completion certificate.