Tackers 3 aims to build on skills learned in Tackers 2 and focuses on progressing sailing skills further; sailing better and faster! With advanced instruction from Australian Sailing-qualified instructors, participants sail single-handed in club Ozi Optis.  RGYC strictly abides by the Australian Sailing instructor/student ratios - places are therefore limited so we recommend registering early to avoid disappointment. 

Dates: Monday 21st to Thursday 24th December, 2026
Time: 9:00am - 3:00pm
Cost: $340

Member Discount: RGYC Members, and children or grandchildren of members, are eligible for a 10% discount on all RGYC sailing courses. Please contact the Sailing Office via sailing@rgyc.com.au to obtain a discount code.

If you have any queries or would like further information please contact the RGYC Sailing Office by phone 0422 813 204 or email sailing@rgyc.com.au

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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.