Set sail these school holidays in Geelong
Looking for something different these school holidays? We’re inviting the next generation of sailors to join our popular Learn to Sail programs, held at Corio Bay in one of Australia’s most historic yacht clubs.
For kids aged 7–12
The Tackers Learn to Sail program is fun, safe, and social. No experience needed, just a sense of adventure.
Dates: Weekdays Thursday 18th - Tuesday 23rd December 2025
Time: 9:00am - 1:00pm
Cost: $380 per person
RGYC Members recieve 10% on all Learn to Sail courses. If you have forgotten your unique member code please contact the Sailing Office for assistance.
Boat type: Optimist Dinghy
Participants who complete an Australian Sailing accredited learn to sail course are eligible for a one time, three month honorary membership at RGYC, beginning from the course completion date. This offer excludes Discover Sailing experiences, powerboat programs, and coaching courses, and is only available to individuals who have never previously been RGYC members.
Course Overview
This course aims to provide children aged 7-12 with a fun, safe and affordable way to get into sailing.
Course Prerequisites
Water confident
7-12 years-old
Who should do this course?
This course is designed for participants who wish to have fun and learn the basics of sailing through games on and off the water.
Course Outcome
By the end of the Tackers 1 course, the participants will be able to:
Steer with tiller extension under towing paddling power
Tie a figure 8 knot, round twice and two half hitches
Tack (push turn)
Gybe (pull turn)
Reach around a figure of 8 course using both tacking and gybing
Sail with tiller extension
Sail upwind and downwind by following the safety boat
You will gain your Tackers 1 completion certificate.
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