The Keelboat Helm and Crew course is the perfect starting point for your sailing journey. Whether you are a complete beginner, or possess some past knowledge and would like to refresh your skills, this course will benefit you.

The course covers two levels of the National Keelboat Sailing Scheme and when completed, you will graduate with two qualifications, both the Helm and Crew certificate. As a result, the course covers all of the necessary skills required to confidently steer and crew a yacht, including:

-How to prepare the yacht for sailing, including tying all the necessary knots.

-How to sail the yacht around a course, or to a destination. Including sailing at all points of sail and the manoeuvres required to change directions and turn around.

-The rules of sailing, who has right of way on the water in different scenarios.

-Understanding weather forecasts

-Basic Navigation.

-Safety, including a man overboard drill.

The course cost for the general public is $500 per person, or for members, $410 per person which includes over 22 hours of practical and theory tuition, full personal insurance cover issued by Australian Sailing, a course pack including a theory and logbook and a great introduction to RPYC. 

 

If you would like to become a member and access the discounted price, along with a whole range of additional courses, discounts and benefits, please contact boatingadministration@rpyc.com.au or visit our membership tab on the website to choose the best option for you. Memberships have no lock in contracts and can be billed monthly.