What to bring

Compulsory

• Hat
• Shoes that can be worn in the water. Ie Sneakers or reef shoes 
• Sunscreen
• Shorts and sleeved shirt (thermal tops are good)
• If it is cold, fleece jumper or multiple thermals (that can get wet)
• Water (drink bottle)
• Snacks (preferably in a lunch box)

Recommended

• Sunglasses
• Bathers
• Waterproof “spray jacket”
• Towel
• Plastic bag for wet shoes and clothes
• Pen and paper to take notes
• Wetsuit if you have available
• Please do not bring any valuables or wear jewellery that can be lost in sand or water

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Course Overview
This course aims to build on skills learned in Tackers 2 and focuses on advanced sailing skills through games and adventures on the water. 

Course Prerequisites

• Water confident
• 7-12 years-old
• Skills, knowledge and experience gained in Tackers 2

Who should do this course?

This course is designed for participants who have completed Tackers 2.

Course Outcome

By the end of the Tackers 3 course, the participants will be able to:

• Demonstrate the correct method and understand the theory of roll tacking and gybing
• Stopping the boat in a confined areas for a period of time
• Sail backwards
• Understand the theory behind gybing and can demonstrate the action downwind
• Show a sound knowledge of the five essentials:
  • Centreboard position
  • Boat trim
  • Boat balance
  • Course made good
  • Sail trim
• Start and finish races on a triangle and trapezoid course
• Always use tactical mark roundings in races

You will gain your Tackers 3 completion certificate.