Tackers 3 - Start Racing bulids on the fundamentals of sailing learnt in Tackers 1 & 2 and introduces the kids to racing with lots of support and encouragement from the Instructor and Assistant Instructors.

Our Australian Sailing qualified instructors follow a carefully constructed syllabus to gradually introduce the skills and knowledge so kids can sail the boats confidently on their own and with a friend. 

We provide the boats, lifejackets and qualified instructors and morning tea. You need sun protection - a hat, sunscreen, long-sleeved shirt. Please also wear/bring spare clothes, a towel, a water bottle, closed-in non-slip shoes that can get wet and a big smile. 

The kids receive a certificate at the end of the course.

Numbers for each course are strictly limited and enrolments are accepted on the basis of first to enrol and pay through the online registration and payment system. We offer a small discount when registering more than one child from the same immediate family. Please email dpssdsc@gmail.com for more information on registering more than one child.

Please register your child's name, not yours. If your child does not have an active Australian Sailing number, you will need to click the Sign up tab on the first page of registration.

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Course Overview
This course aims to build on skills learned in Tackers 2 and focuses on advanced sailing skills through games and adventures on the water. 

Course Prerequisites

• Water confident
• 7-12 years-old
• Skills, knowledge and experience gained in Tackers 2

Who should do this course?

This course is designed for participants who have completed Tackers 2.

Course Outcome

By the end of the Tackers 3 course, the participants will be able to:

• Demonstrate the correct method and understand the theory of roll tacking and gybing
• Stopping the boat in a confined areas for a period of time
• Sail backwards
• Understand the theory behind gybing and can demonstrate the action downwind
• Show a sound knowledge of the five essentials:
  • Centreboard position
  • Boat trim
  • Boat balance
  • Course made good
  • Sail trim
• Start and finish races on a triangle and trapezoid course
• Always use tactical mark roundings in races

You will gain your Tackers 3 completion certificate.