Adult Keelboat Learn to Sail - Start Racing 8 August - 5 September 2027
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Course information
At the Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron, Open Discover Sailing courses are conducted on our exciting fleet of Elliott 7m Keelboats. All training courses are conducted by accredited Australian Sailing Instructors using the Australian Sailing 'Keelboat Program'. Our keelboats allow you to learn to sail without the fear of capsizing and onboard with several other people learning alongside you. Learning to sail in a self-righting keelboat provides a learning platform that is stable yet responsive.
COURSE DATES: 8 August, 15 August, 22 August, 29 August and Member's Yacht Experience on the 5 September.
COURSE PRICE: RSYS Members $540 / Non-RSYS Members $676
This is a comprehensive 4 week program with an additional week for a Member's Yacht Experience morning. We are unable to offer make-up days for any that you miss within your registered program.

Course Overview
You will now learn the basic racing rules of sailing, skills and tactics and gain an understanding of what is expected of a racing crew on a small boat.
Course Prerequisites
Water confident and the skills, knowledge and experience gained from the Start Helming and Crewing courses, as well as the Spinnakers course.
Who should do this course?
This course is designed for participants who wish to begin racing in a keelboat. Perfect for those wishing to take up some twilight racing at your local club.
Course Outcome
You will gain your Start Racing completion certificate.