COST: MEMBERS $513.00 | NON MEMBERS $570.00
**RQYS Members please email Academy for Member discount**

Welcome to the introductory course on small Keelboat sailing! Spanning 2 consecutive weekends, you'll delve into boat handling, safety protocols, sailing theory, and crucial topics such as weather, tides, and general safety procedures. This program concentrates on honing your crewing and helming skills, making it an ideal choice for those aspiring to become proficient crew members and future skippers.

 

New to Sailing? If you would like to do this course and are new to sailing, click REGISTER and look for the SIGN UP button on the next page to create an Australian Sailing profile.

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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.