Teens Learn to Sail

Ages 12–17 | Teens Sailing Pathway

Teens Learn to Sail is the perfect introduction to sailing for young people aged 12–17, whether they’re brand new to the sport or ready to build confidence on the water.

No experience or membership is required to get started.

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Course Details

Saturdays (7 sessions)

Morning Session: 8:30am – 11:30am
Afternoon Session: 12:00pm – 3:00pm

October: 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st 
November: 7th, 14th, 21st 

Location:
Oxenford Watersports Centre
33 Watersport Lane, Oxenford QLD 4210

Tuition: $380 total

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

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Program Overview

Over the course of the program, teens will build the skills and confidence needed to crew an RS Quest Dinghy with up to two other sailors.

This is a tiered program. Participants are grouped by similar age and skill level to ensure the best learning experience and progression.

As skills develop, sailors will be introduced to more challenging objectives including:

• Sailing independently with a crew
• Rescue techniques
• Man overboard recovery
• Single-person sailing
• Introduction to racing concepts

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Course Prerequisite

• Confidently able to swim 50 metres while wearing a lifejacket

No prior sailing experience required.

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What’s Next?

After completing the course, sailors may be invited to join the Fleet at Hollywell Sailing Squadron, where they will:

• Sail in stronger winds
• Learn about weather and tides
• Develop awareness around other boats
• Progress into open-water sailing and racing pathways

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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)

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Safety Equipment

We strongly recommend the use of helmets (not mandatory but highly encouraged).

Zhik Kollition Helmets are available from Academy Reception for $40
(RRP $169.95)

This subsidised price is thanks to the SYC Board’s safety initiative and the generous support of a Southport Yacht Club member.

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Play On! Voucher

You may be eligible for a Queensland Government Play On! Voucher valued at $200.

Learn more here:
https://www.qld.gov.au/recreation/sports/funding/playon

To apply your voucher, please email:
academy@sycgc.com.au

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Helpful Resources

Download Course Book

Download Sailing Gear Guide

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Contact

For more information about Teens Learn to Sail or progression pathways:

SYC Academy
academy@sycgc.com.au

Australian Sailing Youth Team

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Course Overview
This course is designed for participants who wish to begin sailing in a dinghy in a fun, safe and supportive environment.

Course Prerequisites

Water confident.

Who should do this course?

This course is designed for participants who wish to begin sailing in a dinghy. All the equipment and gear will be provided by your accredited Discover Sailing Centre.

Course Outcome

You will gain your Start Sailing Intro completion certificate. 

 

We recognise that some of our course participants are completing the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award and may be using sailing and/or club membership to complete one or more sections of The Award. To learn more, click here.