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Saturday Morning sessions 9am to 11:30am

Which Tackers Level Should I Book?

Tackers is a fun introductory, games-based sailing program designed for kids aged 7-12 yrs. Kids don't need to have any sailing experience or club membership to participate. All the equipment, including the boats, is provided. Our instructors are qualified by Australian Sailing our governing sporting body.

Tackers 1 is the first level of Tackers and is perfect for kids with little or no experience in sailing. Tackers 1 Sailors begin by sailing 2 per boat and learning the basics of sailing and boat safety. On completion of Tackers 1, instructors will advise whether or not a sailor is ready to commence Tackers 2.

Tackers 2 is the second level of Tackers and is designed for sailors who have completed Tackers 1 outcomes. Tackers 2 Sailors begin to learn how to confidently sail on their own in a boat. On completion of Tackers 2, instructors will advise whether or not a sailor is ready to commence Tackers 3.

Tackers 3 is the third level of Tackers and is designed for sailors who have completed Tackers 2 outcomes. Tackers 3 Sailors start to focus on sailing fast and advanced boat handling skills. On completion of Tackers 3, instructors will advise whether or not a sailor is ready to commence Green Fleet or Green Adventure programs.

For more information about our Learn to Sail program please click on the link https://www.discoversailing.org.au/tackers/

 

Saturday Pricing Term 3 2022:

Nonmembers Early Bird: $600pp (Until 30th June 2022)
Nonmembers Regular: $620pp

Members Early Bird: $540pp (Until 30th June 2022)
Members Regular: $560pp

Bookings terms and conditions: MyCentre T&Cs - Australian Sailing

Please note: Missed sessions are non-refundable and non-transferable. If you miss a session we will not be able to accommodate an alternative session or any refund.

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Course Overview
This course aims to build on skills learned in Tackers 2 and focuses on advanced sailing skills through games and adventures on the water. 

Course Prerequisites

• Water confident
• 7-12 years-old
• Skills, knowledge and experience gained in Tackers 2

Who should do this course?

This course is designed for participants who have completed Tackers 2.

Course Outcome

By the end of the Tackers 3 course, the participants will be able to:

• Demonstrate the correct method and understand the theory of roll tacking and gybing
• Stopping the boat in a confined areas for a period of time
• Sail backwards
• Understand the theory behind gybing and can demonstrate the action downwind
• Show a sound knowledge of the five essentials:
  • Centreboard position
  • Boat trim
  • Boat balance
  • Course made good
  • Sail trim
• Start and finish races on a triangle and trapezoid course
• Always use tactical mark roundings in races

You will gain your Tackers 3 completion certificate.