Newcastle | Veterans' Start Crew / Start Helming Course

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Thu 09 May 2024 09:00 — Thu 23 May 2024 13:30

Event information

Registration for this event closes at Tue 28 May 2024 00:00.

What |We proudly extend financial assistance to veterans and their families in the Newcastle area, facilitating the advancement of their sailing pursuits. This initiative is made possible through the generous sponsorship of Port Waratah, for which we express our sincere gratitude. Participants have the unique opportunity of selecting from two distinct courses, each tailored to enhance their sailing experience and skills.

The Flow | The course wil be delivered by NYC, and will be held over 3-4 sessions. All equipment is provided.

  • SVSP Start Crewing/Helming course 
    • Thursday 9th May 9:00am to 1:30pm
    • Thursday 16th May 9:00am to 1:30pm
    • Thursday 23rd May 9:00am to 12:00pm (aligns with our SVSP social sailing day. We’ll present certificates during the lunch).

All we ask is you share some photos from the day as this significantly helps us in securing future sponsorship opportunties.

Where to Park | Parking is the NCYC car park.

Where | Newcastle Cruising Yacht Club, 95 Hannell St, Wickham NSW 2293

Where to Park | There is lots of parking around - please beware of parking restrictions.

Points of Contact | Primary: Pete 0427 819 061 Secondary: Teddy 0412 005 585

Updates | We will provide further details by direct email as the date approaches.

Cost | These courses normally cost $375pp at NYC. With our fundraising and the support of NYC we are able to offer:

  • SVSP Supporters: $0 | 100% funded through SVSP fundraising - we will refunded your $170 upon completion of your course (please forward your certificate and a copy of your invoice / the reimburstment concept is to reduce wastage of our fundraising by no-shows.
  • Non-SVSP Supporters: $170 | subsidised (normally $375)

If you are experiencing financial hardship, please let us know, we will sponsor/fund your participation.

Your donations directly contributes to the logistics of your day. Be it $2 or more, it all helps...please help keep these day very lost cost to our community by supporting what you enjoy, and donations are tax-deductible when made through our Australian Sports Foundation fundraising page

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