This course introduces you to sailing on a Sports Keelboat, focusing on crewing and helming.
2 days on a Melges 24 or Blazer 23, 9am-3pm
You will learn sailing theory and on-water skills to be able to crew and helm a keelboat safely in tidal waterways.  

Course Book: Introductory Keelboat

Pre-requisite:  Start Sailing 1 & 2 or prior sailing experience

What to Wear: Sailing Gear Guide
Also, bring a towel, change of clothes, and layers if you are prone to getting cold.

Food:
Once out sailing, it may be impractical to come back in for morning or afternoon tea, so it's best to bring snacks in a small cooler.
We will come in for lunch at the Hollywell Sailing Squadron, the Bar and Bistro will be open from 11:30 each day.

Location: 1 Marina Cres, Hollywell 4216 QLD

For more information contact:

SYC Academy
academy@sycgc.com.au
07 5655 3368

 

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Course Overview
The first step on the Keelboat pathway introduces you to the basics of sailing on a small keelboat, including boat handling, safety and sailing theory. In the combined course, you will also experience and develop the theory and practical skills to confidently take control on the helm.

Course Prerequisites

Water confident.

Who should do this course?

This course is designed for participants who wish to begin sailing in a keelboat. Learn the basics of crewing and helming, whilst staying relatively dry! All the equipment and gear will be provided by your accredited Discover Sailing Centre.

Course Outcome

You will gain your Start Crewing and Start Helming completion certificate.