Tackers Syllabuses

Tackers 1
Having Fun

In Tackers 1 the sailing adventure begins! Kids will have a blast sailing in pairs in small boats, providing the perfect mix of fun, friendship, and fundamental sailing skills.

Course Outcome:

By the end of the Tackers 1 course, the participants will be able to:

  • Steer with tiller extension under towing

  • 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 upwind and downwind by following the safety boat

  • Safely launch and retrieve boats

You will gain your Tackers 1 completion certificate. 

Tackers 2
Tricks & Techniques

In Tackers 2, kids build upon the skills acquired in Tackers 1 and delve deeper into boat handling techniques. Our instructors encourage and support children to sail independently, further enhancing their sailing prowess.

Course Outcome:

By the end of the Tackers 2 course, the participants will be able to:

  • Get out of irons on their own

  • Correctly use the tiller extension

  • Sail around a triangle course, including:

    • Upwind - on a close hauled course tacking through the 'no go zone'

    • Downwind - with centreboard up

    • Reaching - correct sail position

  • Demonstrate a 360 and 720-degree turn

You will gain your Tackers 2 completion certificate. 

Tackers 3
Sailing Fast

In Tackers 3, the adventure peaks as kids sail independently, focusing on speed and racing skills. This advanced course is designed to fine-tune their sailing craft to a competitive edge.

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

  • Stop 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.