This course will run on Sunday 4th, 11th & 25th October & 15th November 2026. It's a 16h minimum course.

BE CAREFULL, as we want you to participate on a race the day 4, starting time may not be the same than the others days and day may change depending on race opportunity. It'll be discussed with the group.

If you dream of joining a club and racing amongst the fleet, this course is for you. By this stage in our keelboat program, participants are ready to learn racing maneuvres, crew positioning, pre-start, tacking, gybing and rounding markers on a course and use a spinnaker.

Racing requires the helm and crew to operate sail controls and achieve optimal sail shape in various conditions. This course will build on effective teamwork and communication, advancing each sailor’s skill to be on board during a race.

Program:

• Day 1: theory in class:

  • start and finish: flag and procedure, strategy

  • use of ladder rungs, strategy for 1st beat

  • use of ladder rungs, strategy 1st downwind

  • concept of layline and gain or loss

  • racing rules: 10,11

• Day 2: on water manoeuvres:

  • Communication and fast tack

  • Weight and position onboard

  • Sails best shape

• Day 3: on water spinnaker manoeuvres:

  • Fast work on spinnaker

  • Best practice for fast and safe gybe under spinnaker

  • Spinnaker shape and trim

  • Fast hoist and drop  

• Day 4: on water race

Who should do this course?

This course is designed for participants who wish to begin racing in a keelboat and have achieved Start skippering and Spinnaker courses.

Course Cost: $465

After the final day of your course, join your instructors and fellow participants for a relaxed social catch up. Enjoy a complimentary drink and shared snacks at our historic and welcoming Olympic Bar.

How to Register and Book Your Course

After clicking "Register", if you don't already have a free Australian Sailing account, click "Sign Up". Select "New Member", enter your details, and then complete your course booking.

Creating an Australian Sailing account is completely free. Please register using the name of the person attending the course.

What to Bring

Keelboat and Powerboat Courses: Waterproof clothing such as a rain jacket, gloves and boots (or old sneakers), warm clothing, and sun protection (cap, sunglasses and sunscreen),

Dinghy Courses: A wetsuit if you have one, if not, we have a limited number available to borrow (subject to availability and sizing), so please arrive a little earlier and don't hesitate to ask our team for assistance. Also bring old sneakers (thongs/flip-flops are not permitted), warm clothing, sun protection (cap, sunglasses and sunscreen).

Special Requests?

For any inquiries, information, or special requests (such as enrolling in a course that is currently in progress), please contact us by email, to training@rmys.com.au. Since we are often out of the office, emailing our training department ensures a quicker response. 

Cancellations and Rebooking

Please note that courses cancelled by email with at least 5 days notice will not incur a rescheduling fee. Cancellations made with less than 5 days notice will incur a $75 charge. If cancelling due to illness, this charge may be waived upon provision of proof.

Minimum Attendance Requirement

This course requires a minimum of 2 participants to proceed. If this number is not met, we will contact you in advance. You will then have the option to be rebooked for a future session at no extra cost, or to receive a credit or voucher

Weather Notice

Please note that sailing is heavily influenced by weather conditions. There may be instances where training needs to be cancelled or postponed at the last minute. The instructor may also decide to alter the program during the course, not to go on the water, or shorten the course due to weather conditions. However, we will be more than happy to be flexible with any cancellations on our end and find the best solution to reschedule your sailing session.

Important Information

In accordance with Victorian regulations, our sailing academy does not offer refunds. However, we will be more than happy to be flexible with any cancellations on our end and find the best solution to reschedule your sailing session.