Dates: Sundays, 2nd and 9th of Feb

Time: 10AM - 4PM

Boat type: RS21 (Keelboat)

Prerequisites: Start Crewing Keelboats or Equivalent

Cost: $380 per person  ($357 + $23 Australian Sailing course fee)

RGYC Member Price: $340 per person ($317 + $23 Australian Sailing course fee)

This Australian Sailing Start Helming Course is the second step on the Keelboat pathway to introduce you to the basics of steering a Keelboat. The course is aimed at people with a little sailing experience generally following on from a Start Helming Course. In this course you will work on steering around a triangular course, steering effectively and trimming sails on all points of sail, safety and emergencies and improve your sailing theory. Upon completion you will gain an Australian Sailing Certificate - Start Helming.

All courses are subject to minimum participation numbers and the RGYC Sailing Academy strictly abides by the Australian Sailing instructor/student ratios. Places are limited so we recommend registering early to avoid disappointment.

Please note, some flexibility with dates may be required. If a course date needs to be changed due to bad weather the reserve date will be notified asap. 

Please Contact the RGYC office at (03) 5229 3705 or sailing@rgyc.com.au for any further information you require.

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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.