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Tackers 2 - Tricks & Techniques - 16 July - 3 Sept
Sunday Mornings from 8:00am to 10:30am, except 16 July 8:30 to 11:30. Every Sunday from 16 July to 3 Sept (Except 13 August).
Downstairs Training Area, 11 Ocean Rd, Airlie Beach QLD 4802
Australian Sailing - 4. Tackers 2 - Tricks & Techniques
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Course information

Registrations for this course are closed.

This course is now closed.  To register an expression of interest for the next course, please register at https://whitsundaysailingclub.com.au/enquiry-learn-2-sail/

or

Phone the club on 07 4946 6138 or 0429 584 787

Course Overview
This course aims to build on the fun participants had in Tackers 1, to progress their sailing skills. 

Course Prerequisites

  • Water confident
  • 7-12 years-old
  • Skills, knowledge and experience gained in Tackers 1.

Who should do this course?

This course is designed for participants who have completed Tackers 1.

Course Outcome

By the end of the Tackers 2 course, the participants will be able to:

  • Get out of irons on their own
  • Safely gybe the boat
  • Correctly use the tiller extension
  • Sailing around a triangle course, including:
    • Upwind - on a close hauled course tacking through the 'no go zone'
    • Downwind - with centreboard up
    • Reaching - correct sail position
  • Demonstrate a 360 and 720-degree turn

You will gain your Tackers 2 completion certificate.