Tackers 2 - Tricks and Techniques

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Australian Sailing - 4. Tackers 2 - Tricks & Techniques

Course information

Registrations for this course are closed.

Tackers is an introductory, fun, games-based sailing program designed for 7 - 12 years olds. Kids don't need to have any sailing experience and they don't have to be a member of a club to participate.  All the equipment, including the boats, is provided.

Kids play loads of games and go on adventures together to learn how to sail.  There isn't a court, pitch or an oval like other sports, instead you have the river to explore.


Course Overview
This course aims to build on the fun participants had in Tackers 1, to progress their sailing skills. 

Course Prerequisites

  • Water confident
  • 7-12 years-old
  • Skills, knowledge and experience gained in Tackers 1.

Who should do this course?

This course is designed for participants who have completed Tackers 1.

Course Outcome

By the end of the Tackers 2 course, the participants will be able to:

  • Get out of irons on their own
  • Safely gybe the boat
  • Correctly use the tiller extension
  • Sailing around a triangle course, including:
    • Upwind - on a close hauled course tacking through the 'no go zone'
    • Downwind - with centreboard up
    • Reaching - correct sail position
  • Demonstrate a 360 and 720-degree turn

You will gain your Tackers 2 completion certificate.