Learn to sail in Victoria
Fun, expert-led sailing courses for kids, teens and adults across Victoria.
Tackers (Kids)
Games-based learning that builds water confidence and core sailing skills in a fun, supportive environment.
Explore programsOutThere Sailing (Teens)
Action-packed mix of sailing, paddleboarding, windsurfing and powerboating for teens finding their sea legs.
Explore programsStart Sailing
Learn the fundamentals with patient, expert instructors. Build confidence and get on the water — no experience needed.
Explore programsSail where you are
Williamstown
Williamstown Sailing ClubHistoric harbour sailing with Melbourne skyline views. A welcoming club and our most popular metro location.
Flinders
Flinders Yacht ClubSail at one of the Mornington Peninsula's most scenic yacht clubs, surrounded by stunning coastal views.
Barwon Heads
Barwon Heads Sailing AssociationLearn to sail in the heart of Barwon Heads on the beautiful Barwon River.
Metung
Metung Yacht ClubExperience sailing in the charming and historic yachting community of Metung on Australia's largest inland waterway system.
Paynesville
Gippsland Lakes Yacht ClubPicturesque town on the Gippsland Lakes. Quiet waters, big skies, and a warm local community.
Werribee
Wyndham HarbourDiscover sailing at this growing Melbourne location with great facilities and protected waters for all abilities.
Find the right course for you
Seven progressive learn-to-sail courses for kids, teens and adults. Pick one to see exactly what’s involved.
Tackers 1
Ages 7–12Tackers 1 is all about having fun and getting comfortable on the water. Sailing double-handed with a buddy and an instructor close by, kids play games that quietly teach the fundamentals — how a boat moves, where the wind comes from, and how to stay safe. No experience is needed, just water confidence and a willingness to get a little wet.
Who it’s for
Complete beginners aged 7–12 who are water confident and want a fun, low-pressure first taste of sailing.
What you’ll learn
- Sailing with a partner
- Steering with a tiller extension
- Basic sail control
- Where the wind comes from
- Launching & retrieving a boat safely
- Figure-8 knot & basic rigging
By the end you’ll be able to
- Steer with a tiller extension under tow
- Tie a figure-8 knot
- Tack (push turn) and gybe (pull turn)
- Reach around a simple figure-8 course
- Follow the safety boat upwind and downwind
Tackers 2
Ages 7–12In Tackers 2, sailors take the helm on their own for the first time. Building on the basics, they learn to read the wind, rig their own boat and steer their own course in light breezes. It's the level where kids start to feel like real sailors — making their own decisions and finding their independence on the water.
Who it’s for
Graduates of Tackers 1 (or kids with some sailing experience) who are ready to sail solo and build on the fundamentals.
What you’ll learn
- Solo sailing techniques
- The points of sail
- Reading wind direction & shifts
- Sailing upwind
- Rigging and de-rigging a boat
- Confident tacking & gybing
By the end you’ll be able to
- Rig and de-rig a boat with minimal help
- Sail solo in light winds
- Steer a course using the points of sail
- Sail upwind by tacking
- Recover and re-board after a capsize
Tackers 3
Ages 7–12Tackers 3 turns confident sailors into capable ones. Sailors refine their boat handling, learn to trim for speed and get their first taste of racing around a course. By the end they can sail independently in a range of conditions — and many go on to join their local club's junior sailing squad.
Who it’s for
Confident solo sailors who have completed Tackers 2 and want to sharpen their skills and try racing.
What you’ll learn
- Independent solo sailing
- Advanced boat handling
- Sail trim & boat speed
- Roll tacking & roll gybing
- An introduction to racing
- Right-of-way rules basics
By the end you’ll be able to
- Sail confidently and independently in light–moderate winds
- Trim sails to improve boat speed
- Roll tack and roll gybe
- Sail a triangular course
- Take part in a simple fun race
OutThere Sailing
Ages 12–17OutThere Sailing is an action-packed introduction to life on the water for teens. Alongside the fundamentals of sailing, participants get to try stand-up paddleboarding, windsurfing and powerboating — a full taste of watersports. It's the perfect starting point for teens who want adventure as much as they want to learn to sail.
Who it’s for
Teens aged 12–17 who are new to sailing and keen for an active, varied introduction to watersports.
What you’ll learn
Sailing
- Launch and retrieve a boat
- Tack & Gybe
- Points of sail
- Up-wind sailing
- Capsize recovery
- Rigging & Derigging
Powerboating
- Powerboat safety
- Basic boat controls
- Perform basic boat driving
- Perform a man-overboard
Windsurfing
- Windsurf rigging
- Windsurfer controls
- Tack & Gybe
- Windsurfer sail positions
Stand-up Paddle Boarding
- Basic balance techniques
- Basic SUP manoeuvres
By the end you’ll be able to
- Rig, launch and retrieve a boat
- Sail a basic course using tacks and gybes
- Sail upwind unassisted
- Recover confidently from a capsize
- Try paddleboarding, windsurfing and powerboating
OutThere Sailing 2
Ages 12–17OutThere Sailing 2 is for teens ready to take it up a level. The focus shifts to sharper boat handling, sail trim and an introduction to racing — building the skills and confidence to sail independently and, for those who want it, to start competing at their local club.
Who it’s for
Teens who have completed OutThere Sailing (or have equivalent experience) and want to refine their skills and try racing.
What you’ll learn
Sailing
- Advanced tacking & gybing techniques
- Precise sail trimming
- Racing skills
- Dry capsize
- Sail & boat tuning
- Racing sailing rules
Powerboating
- Powerboat safety
- Basic boat controls
- Perform basic boat driving
- Perform a man-overboard
Windsurfing
- Sail a triangular course
- Consistent tacks & gybes
- Maintain control in stronger winds
- Windsurfer sail positions
Stand-up Paddle Boarding
- Paddle effectively in crosswind conditions
- Advanced turning techniques
By the end you’ll be able to
- Sail confidently in a range of conditions
- Trim sails accurately for speed
- Perform a dry capsize
- Apply the basic racing rules
- Complete a short race around a course
Start Sailing
Adults 18+Start Sailing is an adult learn-to-sail course designed to take you from the dock to the water with no prior experience. Over two days, expert instructors guide you through every fundamental — from rigging and boat handling to understanding wind and weather — so you finish able to sail a basic course and keen for more.
Who it’s for
Adults with no sailing experience who want a safe, supportive and hands-on introduction to the sport.
What you’ll learn
Sailing
- Launch and retrieve a boat
- Tack and Gybe
- Sail positioning
- Up-wind sailing
- Capsize recovery
- Rigging and derigging
Theory
- Sailing rules
- Sailing terminology
- Points of sail
- Weather forecasting
- Gusts and lulls
- Buoyage and signage on the water
By the end you’ll be able to
- Rig and de-rig a dinghy
- Sail a triangular course unassisted in light winds
- Tack and gybe confidently
- Understand wind direction and points of sail
- Recover from a capsize
Better Sailing
Adults 18+Better Sailing is the next step for sailors who have the basics and want to sail independently. You'll refine your technique, learn to sail faster through sail trim and boat balance, and start making the tactical decisions that lead toward racing. It's where good sailors become confident, self-reliant ones.
Who it’s for
Adults who have completed Start Sailing or have equivalent experience and want to build genuine independence and speed.
What you’ll learn
Sailing
- Correct tiller extension
- Advanced tacking & gybing techniques
- Precise sail trimming
- Boat balance for speed
- Tactical sailing decisions
- Racing starting techniques
Theory
- Racing rules to your advantage
- Reading gusts and lulls on the water
- Wind shifts
- Efficient sailing course
By the end you’ll be able to
- Sail independently in moderate conditions
- Trim sails and balance the boat for speed
- Make sound tactical decisions on the water
- Understand the basics of racing
- Be ready to join club racing
Why Choose Us
Nationally Recognised
Learn to sail with Australian Sailing nationally recognised programs.
Qualified Instructors
Experienced instructors holding Australian Sailing qualifications.
Safety First
We teach sailing with a safety-first approach while keeping learning fun.
Equipment Provided
All boats, lifejackets and essential sailing gear supplied.
Community Partnership
Supporting local clubs, schools and coastal communities.
Adventure Based Learning
Real-world adventure that drives active learning.
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