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Start Sailing Courses for Teenager and Adults

Start Sailing Courses for Teenagers and Adults

Adult and Teen (13 years old +) Australian Sailing certified “Start Sailing” and “Better Sailing” courses.

Your sailing journey starts here as you learn the fundamental skills of sailing and are introduced to the fun of dinghy sailing in a safe and supportive environment. As you master the fundamental sailing skills, you will become equipped to sail your dinghy on your own.

Run over 6 consecutive Saturday or Sunday mornings from 8.30am -12.30pm in the beautiful and protected waters of the Swan River.

Start Sailing 1 and 2 Course Dates

Participants must be:

  • 13+ years
  • Capable of swimming 25 meters

Course Details:

  • Australian Sailing certified instructors
  • 20+ hours of training
  • Australian Sailing Start Sailing 1 & 2 in small boat sailing
  • Equipment and facilities provided
  • Cost includes all training equipment and sailing crew membership to NYC
  • Maximum of 18 students

Fees:

  • Public $280
  • Members $230
  • Follow the links below to register for your dates, today!

What’s next?

  • Try dinghy or catamaran racing or crew on a  sports boat or cruiser with our experienced members. No experience or training necessary for cruiser crew.
  • Adult Better Sailing – More information provided by the instructor during the Sailing Course or below
  • And a range of other club activities. Watch www.nyc.org.au for more information!

Better Sailing – Catamaran Course

Sail in faster winds, whilst using a trapeze.

  • Starting Sunday 3rd October 2021 at 8.30am – 12.30pm for 6 consecutive Sundays finishing Sunday 7th November 2021
  • Starting Saturday 16th October 2021 at 8.30am – 12.30pm for 6 consecutive Saturdays finishing Saturday 20th November 2021
  • Starting Sunday 14th November 2021 at 8.30am – 12.30pm for 6 consecutive Sundays finishing Sunday 19th December 2021
  • Starting Sunday 16th January 2022 at 8.30am – 12.30pm for 6 consecutive Sundays finishing Sunday 20th February 2022
  • Starting Saturday 22nd January 2022 at 8.30am – 12.30pm for 6 consecutive Saturdays finishing Saturday 26th February 2022
  • Starting Saturday 12th March 2022 at 8.30am – 12.30pm for 5 consecutive Saturdays finishing Saturday 9th April 2022
  • Starting Sunday 13th March 2022 at 8.30am – 12.30pm for 5 consecutive Sundays finishing Sunday 10th April 2022

Participants must be:

  • 13+ years
  • Capable of swimming 25 meters
  • Completed the Start Sailing 1 & 2 course

Course Details:

  • Australian Sailing certified instructors
  • 20+ hours of training
  • Equipment and facilities provided
  • Cost includes all training equipment and sailing crew membership to NYC
  • Maximum of 6 students

Fees:

  • Public $280
  • Members $230
  • Follow the links below to register for your dates, today!

What’s next for adults?

  • Want to gain more experience? Try racing as a crew on a cruiser, sport keelboat, catamaran or dinghy with our experienced members. No experience or training necessary for cruiser crew
  • Purchase your own Catamaran and get out on the water!
  • A range of other club activities. Watch www.nyc.org.au for more information!
  • See a video of Hobie Racing at the club

Payment

Payment will be accepted for the above class registrations. Payments should be made at the time of submitting the registration form.

Online Registration – Select your course:

Register online by credit card through our Yachting WA online registration service

              Register now click here

By Phone or Fax

  • For credit card payments, telephone (08) 9386 5496

In-Person

  • For cash or credit card payment.

Nedlands Yacht Club, The Esplanade, Nedlands

Office hours:
Monday – Friday: 9am – 4pm

Private classes are also available with a minimum of 8 students. Please feel free to contact us with questions or suggestions.

Location:

Click here for a Google Map of Nedlands Yacht Club

Refund Policy

If NYC cancels the session we will refund the registration fees in full for both online and paper registrations, including bank and processing fees.

If you cancel a registration, the fee paid less the bank and processing fees will be refunded.

Want to know more?

Contact us at hello@nyc.org.au  or on tel: 9386 5496 with any questions!