The Tackers program is specifically designed for primary school aged children. From the colourful sails to the delivery of the program. All aspects are tailored to be FUN!
The Tackers course will teach the basics of sailing, including all techniques required to set up the boat, leave and return to the beach, sail around a course or to a destination, and safety on the water. The courses also cover the basic rules of sailing, weather, and knot tying. All content is delivered in the most practical way possible – on the water! With high instructor-to-student ratios, students will sail on their own or in pairs in their own ‘Optimist’ training dinghy, with an instructor close by in a powerboat.
All equipment is included for sailing, including a Personal Flotation Device (lifejacket) for each sailor.
With all equipment provided and high Instructor to student ratios – Safety is our #1 priority! All we ask is that your little Tacker is water confident.
Receive a National Tackers Certificate upon course completion!
After registering for your desired course dates/time, please indicate which Tackers course your child would like to complete.
Tackers 1 – Introductory course for beginners
Tackers 2 – Only after completion of Tackers 1
Boating Department:
Phone: 9423 5505
Email: boatingadministration@rpyc.com.au
september 2025
october 2025
The Youth ‘OutThere Sailing’ program is specifically designed for High School Teens!
The OutThere Sailing Course delivers levels one and two of the Australian Sailing ‘Start Sailing Scheme’. No prior knowledge is required and all sailing equipment is included throughout the course.
Tuition is provided by Australian Sailing accredited Instructors and will teach students the basics of sailing a dinghy, including preparing the yacht for sailing, leaving from and returning to the beach, sailing around a course or to a destination, and safety. In addition, students will learn a selection of sailing knots, basic navigation, the racing rules of sailing and weather forecasting.
Have FUN on the water, stay active & try something NEW!
All equipment provided. High Instructor to student ratios. Safety is our #1 priority!
All we ask is that your teen is water confident.
Receive a National OutThere Sailing Certificate upon course completion
Boating Department:
Phone: 9423 5505
Email: boatingadministration@rpyc.com.au
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Phone: 9423 5505
Email: boatingadministration@rpyc.com.au
Alternatively contact Club Reception
Phone: 9389 1555 or Email: reception@rpyc.com.au
