Learn to Sail - Better Sailing

Develop core skills and enjoy sailing in varied conditions

📩 Info and waitlist: training@maylandsyachtclub.org.au

Schedule: choice from 5 to 9 sessions, Sundays 12:30pm – 15:30pm
Boat class: Mirror & Laser/ILCA

Course Description:

This course is designed for sailors who have completed Start Sailing 1 & 2 or have equivalent basic experience. It is not an entry-level course. A minimum of 5 sessions is required to achieve the Better Sailing certification. We recommend attending as many sessions as you can, up to 9 available each term. 

Training will be conducted in Mirror dinghies and Laser/ILCAs, giving participants the chance to try each and choose their preferred class. The course focuses on consolidating core skills and developing the ability to sail independently in a range of conditions.

Buoyancy vests are provided, but participants should be confident in the water.

Coaching and progression

• Each sailor is supported by a qualified Foundation Coach who tracks their progress, sets appropriate session goals, and helps manage transitions between Better Sailing, Green Fleet, and Intermediate Fleet.​

• Please make sure you communicate regularly with your coach about goals, concerns, and availability so we can provide the best possible learning experience.

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Course Overview

This course focuses on sailing in stronger winds and introducing extra equipment like spinnaker and trapeze to leverage the full boat potential on the water.

Course Prerequisites

Water confident, and you should have the skills, knowledge and experience gained from the Start Sailing 2 course.

Who should do this course?

This course is designed for participants who wish to continue developing their sailing skills in dinghies. 

Course Outcome

You will gain your Better Sailing 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.