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Course information
OutThere Sailing (Youth Program - for ages 12-18) is a water activities course open to all youth (member or non member) who want to have fun with their mates for a range of water sports
and activities; including sailing, stand-up-paddle boarding and motor-boat driving.
This 3 day OutThere Sailing course is a learn to sail course in pacer dinghies.
You can also register for the 1 day OutThere Sailing expereince day of Stand Up Paddleboarding and Windsurfing (Monday 10th) via this page.
Where to meet
On the first day of the course please meet your instructors on the water side of the Mornington Yacht Club at the black and red OutThere Sailing flag, 10 minutes prior to the beginning of your lesson.
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)
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
- Snacks
- Please do not bring any valuables or wear jewellery that can be lost in sand or water.
Overview
This is an OutThere Sailing combined course (a combination of OutThere Sailing 1, 2, 3). The combined course enables individual progression accross its duration, whilst allowing friends to remain together.
OutThere Sailing will always be about fun, social engagement and safety.
Prerequisites
Water confident.
Who should do this course?
This course is designed for participants who are 12-17 years-old looking to try a new activity, have some fun and engage with others whilst sailing.
Course Outcome
By the end of the OutThere Sailing combined course, the participants will achieve the standards of either OutThere Sailing 1, 2, or 3 and have had a lot of FUN with friends!
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