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.
Basic Skills 1
This course is designed to provide a safe and enjoyable introduction to small boat sailing for novices.
Basic Skills 2
At the end of this course the participant will have a wider range of skills, a higher level of performance and a greater understanding of the responsibilities of the helmsman.
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.
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 2
The Racing Skills 2 course introduces sailors to the compass and also to the concept of 'tuning'.
Basic Skills 1 or 2 Course Cost: Non members: $260; Members: $170
Better Sailing or Racing Skills Course Cost: Members: $120
The Basic Skills 1 course fee includes a Junior Membership for the remainder of the current membership season (to 30 June); and a Get Into Small Boat Sailing log book. This is a Yachting WA accredited course for girls and boys aged 8 to 15 years .
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 Date:
Get Into Small Boat Sailing Basic Skills 1 & 2
From Saturday 13th October to Saturday 24th November 2012
8:30am – 12:30pm
Get Into Small Boat Sailing Scheme Brochure
Junior Sailing 1 & 2_Enrolment_Form (1)