Alexandre Rogers, Jack Hayes, John Riordan, Katie O'Connor
Have fun! Learn to sail!
TACKERS 1, previously known as, Junior Try Sailing & Blue Fleet program at Darwin Sailing Club is perfect for children who are first time sailors and are eager to start sailing on a weekly basis. Tailored for young sailors who are building confidence and refining their skills on the water. TACKERS 1 focuses on developing beginner techniques in a supportive, team-oriented environment. This course is located at our off-site location, Lake Alexander, providing the ideal environment to learn in a fun & safe manner at their own pace.
Sailors in TACKERS 1 learn essential skills like boat handling, tying knots and water safety. Sessions are led by experienced instructors who encourage personal growth, fostering independence and sportsmanship.
Full season registration, includes a one-year Junior (Under 18) Membership to the Darwin Sailing Club, valued at $57.00 . On the first day, participants will receive their membership cards and gain access to all social membership benefits!
Program Details:
- Location: Lake Alexander
- Instructors: Friendly & qualified instructors accredited by Australian Sailing
- Session Days: Wednesdays AND/OR Sundays
- Recommendded Participation: We suggest attending the full season of Monday OR Sunday sessions.
- If you are a super keen sailor register into a full season of Monday AND Sunday sessions and sail 2x a week all dry season!
- Pricing: We offer PRO-RATA pricing if you join later in the season!
- Receive: 1 year Junior (Under 18) Membership
Pre-Requisites:
- Participants should ideally be water confident, but will always wear life jackets during sessions
Course Outcomes:
- Steer with tiller extension under towing paddling power
- Tie a figure 8 knot, round twice and two half hitches
- Tack (push turn)
- Gybe (pull turn)
- Reach around a figure of 8 course using both tacking and gybing
- Sail with tiller extension
- Sail upwind and downwind by following the safety boat
Drop-off/Pick-up Location:
What to bring with you:
TOP - You will want a long sleeve shirt or rashie that will protect you from the sun and the stingers!
BOTTOMS - We require all participants to wear some form of Stinger Protection, such as leggings, tights or stinger suit!
CLOSED TOE SHOES - This can be a pair of runners you don't mind getting wet or Aqua shoes from your last snorkelling adventure!
SUN PROTECTION - We recommend bringing a Hat, Sunscreen, Water Bottle and Sunnies!
What's the Next Step? :
- Participants progress at differening speeds. To ensure a good experience it's essential that the foundational skills are solid. Chat to your instructor to discuss when its the right time to move to Tackers 2.
