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2 Day Start Yachting Cruise - Mooloolaba

Join us on our hands on RYA Start Yachting course get an introduction to sailing larger cruising yachts and have a great time on the water

Join us on our hands on RYA Start Yachting course and get an introduction to sailing larger cruising yachts. Take the two days to learn the basic skills and techniques of sailing, get the feel of a real yacht with a friendly and helpful instructor and have a great time on the water

Not only do you receive a fantastic experience sailing around the shores of the Sunshine Coast but you will attain the essentials to build a solid and correct foundation on which to develop your knowledge of sailing. This course can be used towards the RYA Competent Crew course!

Sunshine Sailing Australia has become known as the premier sail training school in Australia, based right here in Mooloolaba

What will I learn?

  • How to prepare the yacht for sailing
  • How to set sails, how to trim & reef sails
  • How to tack & gybe
  • Understand wind & weather
  • Recognize relative direction to the wind & where it’s coming from
  • The Rules of the Road
  • The Buoyage system
  • Basic knots & how to handle ropes
  • Safety & safety equipment
  • How to use Winches, jammers & cleats correctly

What do I bring?

Bring a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, bathing suit, a warm jumper, change of clothes (minimal wardrobe needed), spray jacket. Be sure to pack this in a flexible soft bag.

Price: $595 per person

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