This course enables participants to handle a small dinghy with confidence, so that sailing becomes both safe and enjoyable. The course involves classroom theory and on-the-water training. You will learn to rig a dinghy, tie knots, read weather maps and understand the basic rules and regulations of sailing. Learning is incremental during the course so we encourage you to be available for all advertised sessions.

Course Fees

$380 Adult

Registering issues

If you have issues registering for this course such needing an Australian sailing number or it say you need to become a member contact training@altonayachtclub.org.au

Additional Prerequisite:

Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres in a life jacket

Course Inclusions

• 22 hrs tuition with an Australian Sailing qualified instructor
• Certificate upon graduation
• Course materials, boats and life jackets are provided

What to Wear

Information on what to wear will be provided upon registration and during the course

Course Limit

Limit of 12 Participants

Course Overview
This course combines Start Sailing 1 and 2 together.

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 1 And Start Sailing 2 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.