“Sail Our Way” - SASC Classroom Skills Development Series

Led by Vanessa Dudley – SASC Member, Australian Sailing Senior Keelboat Instructor, Coach and Dinghy Instructor, ILCA Masters World Champion, 25 Sydney Hobarts & 2 Transpacs

Aimed at women keen to develop their knowledge of sailing theory and enhance confidence out on the water.

These sessions are brought to you FREE, as a one off not to be missed opportunity resulting from an Australian Sailing “Sail Our Way” grant which prioritises developing women in sailing.

BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL. Male attendees also welcome, if capacity allows.

Talk 1. ALL IN – Wednesday 9^th Sept, 6:30pm – 9pm

• How to be a great crew member
• Preparing to race
• Crew roles and responsibilities
• The importance of teamwork

Talk 2: FAST TIMES – Tuesday 15^th Sept, 6:30pm – 9pm

• Maximising boat performance
• Understanding the elements of speed
• Sail trim
• Helming techniques
• Boat balance

Talk 3: START TO FINISH – Tuesday 22^nd Sept, 6:30pm – 9pm

• Racing strategy & tactics
• Getting a good start
• Understanding the racing rules
• Upwind & Downwind strategy/tactics
• How to contribute around the course

WHERE: SASC Clubhouse

WHEN: Sept 9^th, 15^th and 22^nd 6:30pm – 9pm

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Note: This is not an Australian Sailing accredited course and instead is conducted by the school/club/organisation, outside of the Australian Sailing framework.