Kids Sailing Mixed Group (Level 2 & 3) - SUNDAYS

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Sun 19 Jul 2026 09:00 - Sun 30 Aug 2026 12:00
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Oxenford Watersports Centre Southport Yacht Club, 33 Watersport Ln, Oxenford, QLD, 4210

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Registration for this event closes at Sun 19 Jul 2026 09:00.

Kids Learn to Sail MIXED LVL 2 & 3

Ages 7–12 | Skill Progression Course

Tackers 2 builds on the confidence and skills developed in Tackers 1, helping young sailors become more independent and capable on the water — while keeping sessions fun and engaging.

Tackers Fleet is the final stage of the Tackers program and focuses on developing confident, capable sailors until they are ready for open-water progression and future racing pathways.

Please Note this is not a completion of 2 & 3 Combined

Course Details

Sundays | 9am-12pm

July - 19th, 26th
August - 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th
(7 sessions)

Investment: $380 total

⚠️ Registration must be completed in your child’s name.

Program Overview

Tackers 2 focuses on developing stronger boat-handling skills and greater independence.

Sailors will continue learning through games, challenges, and structured on-water activities while building confidence in a supportive environment.

Who Is This Course For?

This course is designed for children who have completed Tackers 1 or Tackers 2 and are ready to progress their sailing skills.

Course Prerequisites

• Aged 7–12 years
• Water confident
• Completion of Kids Learn to Sail Level 1 (Tackers 1) or Level 2 (Tackers 2)

By the End of the Course, Sailors Will Be Able To:

• Get out of irons independently
• Safely gybe the boat
• Correctly use a tiller extension
• Sail around a triangle course, including:
• Upwind sailing on a close-hauled course (tacking through the no-go zone)
• Downwind sailing with centreboard raised
• Reaching with correct sail trim
• Demonstrate controlled 360° and 720° turns

What to Bring

• Hat
• Sunglasses
• Water bottle
• Swimmers
• Enclosed shoes that can get wet (and won’t fall off)
• Towel
• Change of clothes
• Rain jacket (if wet weather is forecast)