At the Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron, Ladies of the Sea Program has been developed as a Women ONLY course aimed at providing a supportive environment for you learn the ropes. The courses are conducted on our exciting fleet of Elliott 7m Keelboats and taught by accredited Australian Sailing Instructors using the Australian Sailing 'Keelboat Program'. Our keelboats allow you to learn to sail without the fear of capsizing and onboard with several other people learning alongside you. Learning to sail in a self-righting keelboat provides a learning platform that is stable yet responsive.

The 5th and last session of the course is set as a 'Keelboat Experience' day, where sailors will get the opportunity to sail on a members yacht. This day is not part of the syllabus, but is a way for sailors to get a feel of sailing on different yachts, and get to know our members. Sailors will be able to purchase lunch in the CCA back at the Club following their sail on the harbour. 

PLEASE NOTE: THE SPINNAKER COURSE CANNOT BE TAUGHT ALONGSIDE OTHER COURSES, A MINIMUM OF 3 PARTICIPANTS IS REQUIRED FOR THE COURSE TO GO AHEAD. 

FOR RSYS MEMBERS: Please email academy@rsys.com.au to apply for members discounted price before booking. 

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Course Overview

This courses introduces you to the fun and challenge of using an asymmetrical and/or a symmetrical spinnaker.

Course Prerequisites

Water confident, and the skills, knowledge and experience gained in at least the Start Crewing and Start Helming courses.

Who should do this course?

This course is designed for participants who have grasped fundamental sailing skills and want to learn how to use spinnakers; asymmetrical and/or symmetrical. 

Course Outcome

You will gain your Spinnakers completion certificate.