Royal Melbourne Yacht SquadronTackers 2 Sailing Course – After-School Program (February–March 2026)

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Course Overview

Royal MelbourneYS is excited to offer this course, providing children aged 7–12 with a fun, safe, and affordable way to build on their sailing skills. As always, we offer flexibility for missed sessions—kids can make up missed Thursday sessions during the week, holidays, or winter, depending on availability.

Duration: 8 weeks on Thursdays after schoolTotal Course Hours: 16 hours

Dates:

• February 2026: 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th
• March 2026: 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th

Session Times: Every Thursday, 4:15 PM – 6:15 PM

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Cost

• Monthly Fee: $200
• First Month Payment: Due at registration
• Future Payments: Arranged and communicated separately

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Who Should Do This Course?

This course is designed for participants aged 7–12 who wish to have fun and further develop their sailing skills through games on and off the water.

Prerequisites:

• Water confident
• Completion of Tackers 1 (or equivalent experience)

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Course Outcomes

By the end of the Tackers 2 course, participants will be able to:

• Get out of irons on their own
• Safely gybe the boat
• Correctly use the tiller extension
• Sail around a triangle course, including:
  • Upwind (close hauled, tacking through the 'no go zone')
  • Downwind (with centreboard up)
  • Reaching (correct sail position)
• Demonstrate a 360° and 720° turn

Upon completion, participants will receive their Tackers completion certificate.

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Cancellations & Rebooking

• Missed Days: If your child misses a single day, it cannot be rescheduled or refunded unless due to illness (a medical certificate or proof will waive the charge).
• Refund Policy: In line with Victorian regulations, we do not offer refunds. However, if Royal MelbourneYS must cancel or reschedule a session, we will work with you to find the best alternative solution for your child’s sailing experience.

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Sun Protection

The Australian sun can be very strong. To ensure safety:

• Parents must apply sunscreen to their children before arrival.
• Kids must bring extra sunscreen for reapplication.
• Club Policy:
  • Instructors cannot apply sunscreen to children.
  • Sunscreen will be dispensed onto children’s hands for self-application under supervision.
  • If a child refuses to apply sunscreen, they will not be allowed on the water and must remain in class. Parents will be contacted for pickup, and no make-up sessions or refunds will be provided.
• Mandatory Items: Cap, sunglasses, and protective clothing.
• Recommended: Water bottle.

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Safety & Collection Policy

• Attendance: Parents/guardians must sign the attendance sheet upon arrival and again at pickup.
• Independent Return: If your child is permitted to return home alone, we require an email confirmation sent to training@rmys.com.au.
• Late Pickup Fee: A fee of $15 will be charged for every 15 minutes after the course ends.

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Footwear Requirements

• Mandatory: Closed-toe shoes (no sandals, flip-flops, or open shoes).
• Consequences:
  • Children without appropriate footwear will not be allowed on the water.
  • Parents/guardians will be contacted for pickup.
  • No refunds or make-up sessions will be offered.

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Clothing Recommendations

• Essential: Waterproof jacket and wetsuit (recommended).
• Note: Dinghy sailing can be wet, so a change of clothes is advised.
• Facilities: Changing rooms and hot showers are available at the Club.

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Meeting Point

• Location: Training Room at the Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron.
• Access: Front entrance or rear gate (if you have your fob).
• Daily Activities: Classroom theory, rigging/packing dinghies, and on-water practice.

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Weather Notice

Sailing is heavily influenced by weather conditions. There may be instances where training needs to be cancelled, postponed, or altered at the instructor’s discretion due to conditions.

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For any questions, please contact us at training@rmys.com.au. We look forward to sailing with you! ⛵

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Course Overview
This course aims to build on the fun participants had in Tackers 1, to progress their sailing skills. 

Course Prerequisites

• Water confident
• 7-12 years-old
• Skills, knowledge and experience gained in Tackers 1.

Who should do this course?

This course is designed for participants who have completed Tackers 1.

Course Outcome

By the end of the Tackers 2 course, the participants will be able to:

• Get out of irons on their own
• Safely gybe the boat
• Correctly use the tiller extension
• Sailing around a triangle course, including:
  • Upwind - on a close hauled course tacking through the 'no go zone'
  • Downwind - with centreboard up
  • Reaching - correct sail position
• Demonstrate a 360 and 720-degree turn

You will gain your Tackers 2 completion certificate.