Start Helming

We are pleased to welcome participants to our MID-WEEK Adult Learn to Sail Program (Start Helming) for April 2022.  This course will include four sessions, conducted over the dates as listed above.

All session times are 9:30am to 1:00pm

Training will be conducted on the Club's fleet of Force 24 keelboats, which carry an Instructor and up to four course participants.  The boats will be sailed inshore on the water of Newcastle Harbour.

The NCYC Sailing Academy abides by the Australian Sailing instructor:student ratios, hence places are strictly limited.  To avoid disapointment, we recommend registering early.  

The registration fee for this course is $350. 

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Member Discounts

Current financial NCYC members are offered a discount on training courses - 10% for General Members and 5% for Crew Members.

Payment Plans

We do offer weekly payment plans in order to pay for the course in equal instalments over a nominated period.  Full payment must be received prior to the course commencement date.  Please contact the Sailing Office to arrange set up.

Participant Course Pack 

Each participant will receive a pack containing an Introductory Keelboat textbook, an Australian Sailing logbook, additional information and discount vouchers. 

Your course pack is available to collect from the NCYC Sailing Office once full payment has been received should you wish to do some pre-reading, alternatively you may collect it on the first session of your course.  Please contact the Sailing Office should you wish to collect early. 

General Course Information

We offer further details and general course information on our website, covering parking, recommended clothing, where to meet etc - please follow this link  CLICK HERE

COVID Safe Business

Courses will be conducted under the current guidelines of the Academy's COVID Safety Plan.  Any questions or concerns should be directed to the Sailing Office.

The NCYC Sailing Academy is a registered COVID Safe Business with NSW Health

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Should you have any further questions or enquiries, please contact our friendly Sailing Office staff.

PH: 4940 8188

EM:  sailingacademy@ncyc.net.au

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Course Overview
This course develops both your theory and practical skills to confidently take control on the helm.

Course Prerequisites

Water confident and the skills, knowledge and experience you gained from Start Crewing.

Who should do this course?

This course is designed for participants who want to learn how to helm a keelboat, and continue their skill development as crew.

Course Outcome

You will gain your Start Helming completion certificate.