The Adult ‘Learn to Sail a Dinghy' Program at GSC runs over 4 weeks and will take you from novice to competent! During the courses you will have hands on experience, beginning sailing with an instructor and learning the basics. 

Throughout the Learn to Sail, instructors will follow the Australian Sailing prescribed syllabus, with an emphasis on learning and progression, keeping in mind safety and fun!

Participants may complete the Learn to Sail 1-2 times and progression is at the sailor’s discretion or instructor’s recommendations.

Please note that this course is for participants 15 years and over.

GSC Adult Dinghy Learn to Sail Pathway

• Start Sailing 1 - 4 x 3.5hr sessions
  Start Sailing 2
  Better Sailing
  Start Racing
  Better Racing

Course Overview

This course introduces participants to dinghy sailing and its fundamental skills so they learn terminology and equipment and practice launching and returning to shore and capsize recovery. 

Course Prerequisites

Water confident.

Who should do this course?

This course is designed for participants who wish to begin sailing in a dinghy. All the equipment and gear will be provided by your accredited Discover Sailing Centre.

Course Outcome

You will gain your Start Sailing 1 completion certificate. 

We recognise that some of our course participants are completing the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award and may be using sailing and/or club membership to complete one or more sections of The Award. To learn more, click here.