Boat Hire

Boat Hire at Darwin Sailing Club

The Darwin Sailing Club Training Academy proudly operates a fleet of six RS Quests, essential for delivering our comprehensive sailing programs. These versatile and stable boats are used across a range of activities, including: junior and adult training courses, private lessons, corporate bookings, family fun days, school programs

RS Quest Hire for Twilight Racing

When not in use for Training Academy Programs, Full Darwin Sailing Club (DSC) members have the exclusive opportunity to hire a RS Quest for Twilight Racing.

*Please note the Skipper is required to register online by 19:00 the Thursday prior to the Twilight Race in order to secure a boat.

Hire Requirements

To ensure safety and a great sailing experience, the following pre-requisites apply for boat hire:

• Skipper must hold a minimum qualification: Start Sailing 2 or have been assessed & approved prior knowledge of sailing

• Skipper must be a Full Member of Darwin Sailing Club

• Skipper must have paid & registered online by 19:00 Thursday 
  
  
• All crew must hold a SailPass (if not already Full Members of the Club). This is the skippers responsibility
  
  
• Skipper is held responsible for costs of any damages caused by negligence during hire period
• Agree to the Terms & Conditions, Hire Agreement & Risk Statement

A Qualified Instructor will be present at Twilights to ensure that the RS Quests are rigged correctly, handle any maintenance issues and breakages, oversee proper pack-down, and sign sailors on & off the water. The instructor serves as the main point of contact and has the authority to stop the sailing session if unsafe sailing practices are observed or if there are any issues with the boats.

This initiative allows experienced sailors to enjoy club racing without needing their own boat, providing greater access to sailing opportunities for our members.

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Additional Sailing Opportunities

There are alternative opportunities at the club to practice sailing on the RS Quests. The Training Academy holds two sailing sessions per week for adult sailors (18+) to improve their sailing skills or enjoy a social sail. Check out:

• Dinghy Coaching on Wednesdays : 17:30 - 19:00

• Advanced Dinghy Coaching on Tuesdays : 17:30 - 19:00

For more information or to book an RS Quest for Twilight Racing, please contact the DSC Training Academy: sailing@dwnsail.com.au