A series of introductory clinics for members new to sailing 

The Sailing Clinic series is designed for people new to sailing who would like to develop an understanding of how to sail the club dinghies. The same skills developed in this program can also be applied in bigger yachts
Each clinic will last for 3 hours. Wherever possible the clinics will use practical learning experiences and a hands-on approach. See topics below:
(there’s also a little background theory to support your understanding.)

Tue 15 Apr 2025 15:00 — 18:00 Sailing Clinic A1: How a boat works/sails Setting up a dinghy, parts and rigging    Sailing Clinic A2: Points of sailing, tacking and gybing. Steering, centerboards and balance. Reading the wind.

Wed 16 Apr 2025 15:00 — 18:00 Sailing Clinic A3: Points of sailing, tacking and gybing. Steering, centerboards and balance. Reading the wind. Sailing Clinic A4: Planning for Safety Getting underway, luffing up and returning to land. Capsize recovery and towing  

Thu 17 Apr 2025 15:00 — 18:00 Sailing Clinic A5: Sailing together Putting theory into practice with a family cruise and prep to race Race 

Final BBQ cost $5.00 or BYO Picnic at the event end for family and friends

Meet at the clubhouse