Tackers 2

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Sat 05 Feb 2022 8:30AM — Sat 09 Apr 2022 11:30AM
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Australian Sailing - 4. Tackers 2 - Tricks & Techniques

Course information

Registrations for this course are closed.

Course Cost

$280 - Pay by direct deposit or credit card (*payment gateway fee (2% + $1.60) applies) 

There is a discount for 2 or more family members in a course. Ask us for the code.

Enquiries to Gail Lines, Training Officer
M:  0412 043 207
Email: training@altonayachtclub.org.au


Course Overview
This course aims to build on the fun participants had in Tackers 1, to progress their sailing skills. 

Course Prerequisites

  • Water confident
  • 7-12 years-old
  • Skills, knowledge and experience gained in Tackers 1.

Who should do this course?

This course is designed for participants who have completed Tackers 1.

Course Outcome

By the end of the Tackers 2 course, the participants will be able to:

  • Get out of irons on their own
  • Safely gybe the boat
  • Correctly use the tiller extension
  • Sailing around a triangle course, including:
    • Upwind - on a close hauled course tacking through the 'no go zone'
    • Downwind - with centreboard up
    • Reaching - correct sail position
  • Demonstrate a 360 and 720-degree turn

You will gain your Tackers 2 completion certificate. 

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