Overview

The Get Into Small Boat Sailing Scheme makes learning to sail a fun and educational process. Great for kids, this course builds confidence to sail and race in most conditions.

Sailing a dinghy can be exhilarating and this scheme has been developed to provide a safe introduction to dinghy sailing. If you would like to learn to take control of your own small boat, this is the place to start.

By the end of the program you will have been taught the skills and knowledge required to start racing at East Fremantle Yacht Club or just enjoy being out on the water.   

Sail Safely and Enjoyably

The Scheme is designed to progressively teach you how to sail, starting with the essential skills in the first level, with the gradual introduction of more advanced skills and techniques in each of the five levels.  

The syllabus is clearly defined and presented in a highly visual and bright logbook that students can use to record their progress through each of the five levels of the syllabus.  

The Courses encourage high standards of safety; offer encouragement of proficiency and skill development; introduce students to enjoyable dinghy racing and give them the confidence to enter races; and provide opportunities and facilities for sailors to improve their racing standards.  

COURSES OFFERED AT EFYC

Start Sailing 1

This course is designed to a safe and enjoyable introduction to dinghy sailing for beginners. The course includes fundamental  boat handling skills and essential safety knowledge.

Start Sailing 1 syllabus

Start Sailing 2

We will run this course straight after Start Sailing 1 to give the participant an opportunity to build upon experiences and knowledge gained. You will also obtain a wider range of skills, a higher level of performance and a greater understanding of the responsibilities of the helmsman.  

START SAILING 2 SYLLABUS

Better Sailing

The participant will be able to apply knowledge of the fundamental boat controls to manoeuvre the boat efficiently in light to moderate conditions on all points of sailing.  

Better Sailing syllabus

Racing Skills 1

The aim of this course is to introduce sailors to competitive sailing.  The course focuses on refining enhanced boat handling skills including speed control and manoeuvres and introducing participants to basic racing tactics and strategies.  

Racing Skills 1 syllabus

Racing Skills 2

The Racing Skills 2 course introduces sailors to the compass and also to the concept of 'tuning'.  

Racing Skills 2 syllabus

COSTS

Start Sailing 1 or 2:

Non members: $230; Members: $210 (per course)

Better Sailing or Racing Skills :

Members: $195 (per course)

Start Sailing Courses fees include a Junior Membership for the remainder of the current season (to 30 June) and an Adult Social Membership  for three months.

All courses also include a Yachting Australia Log Book (if the participant does not have one already), Insurance and a Certificate of completion.

This is a Yachting Australia accredited course for girls and boys aged 7 to 16 years .   

Start Sailing 1 & 2 Enrolment Form (1)

Junior Sailing Brochure 2012-13

If you have any further questions or would like to know dates for the next course, please call the Club during office hours on 9339 8111 or email activities@efyc.com.au

Next Course Dates: 

Start Sailing 1:

From 10th March to 7th April 2013 : 4x Sundays from 9am – 12pm 

Start Sailing 2

From 14th April to 5th May 2013: 4 x Sundays from 9am - 12pm

Better Sailing

February 2013: 6x Saturday mornings