Tackers 2 - Tricks & Techniques Term 1 2024 (LINKED)
Details
Ages 7-12
Saturdays 12pm-3pm
Feb 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, March 2nd, 9th, 16th (7 Sessions)
$340 total
**Registration needs to be in your child's name**
See below for more details
Australian Sailing - Tackers: Tackers 2 - Tricks & Techniques
Course information
This course has passed.
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What to bring:
Sailing Gear Guide
- Hat
- Sunnies
- Water Bottle
- Swimmers
- Shoes that can get wet and wont fall off
- Towel
- Change of clothes
- Rain Coat (if raining)
Course Overview
This course aims to build on the fun participants had in Tackers 1, to progress their sailing skills.
Course Prerequisites
- Water confident
- 7-12 years-old
- Skills, knowledge and experience gained in Tackers 1.
Who should do this course?
This course is designed for participants who have completed Tackers 1.
Course Outcome
By the end of the Tackers 2 course, the participants will be able to:
- Get out of irons on their own
- Safely gybe the boat
- Correctly use the tiller extension
- Sailing around a triangle course, including:
- Upwind - on a close hauled course tacking through the 'no go zone'
- Downwind - with centreboard up
- Reaching - correct sail position
- Demonstrate a 360 and 720-degree turn
You will gain your Tackers 2 completion certificate.
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