- Duration: 12 hours
- Address: Ground Floor Manly Yacht Club East Esplanade Manly NSW 209
- Participant: 1
Manly Sailing, a renowned sailing school based in the beautiful and picturesque location of Greater Sydney, NSW, offers a range of sailing experiences that are sure to excite and inspire. Perfect for those new to sailing, their Start Crewing course is the perfect introduction to keelboat sailing. Over the course of a weekend, you''ll learn the fundamentals of sailing, including boat handling, safety, and sailing theory. You''ll also be introduced to basic sailing terminology, rules, knots, tacking, gybing, and man overboard recovery.
Once you''ve completed the Start Crewing course, the next step is the Start Helming course. This course is designed to build on your existing knowledge and skills, with a focus on developing your ability to confidently take control of the helm. You''ll learn about boat preparation, helming, trim on all points of sail, and man overboard recovery while at the helm. By the end of this course, you''ll have a solid understanding of the basics of steering a boat and the responsibilities that come with being a helmsman.
Both courses are taught by experienced instructors who are qualified by Australian Sailing and are committed to providing a safe, fun, and engaging learning environment. The courses are 12 hours in total and run over two consecutive days from 9 am to 3 pm. Students are required to bring sun-safe clothing, sunscreen, non-marking shoes, and a water bottle. Life jackets are provided.
Manly Sailing offers a range of sailing experiences, including sailing lessons, sailing tours, sailing adventures, yacht charter, sailing trips, sailing excursions, sailing clubs, sailing regattas, and sailing experiences. We Wander is proud to partner with Manly Sailing, a leading provider of sailing experiences in NSW, to offer these courses to our community.
So, if you''re looking to learn a new skill, meet new people, and enjoy the stunning scenery of Greater Sydney, then Manly Sailing''s Start Crewing and Start Helming courses are the perfect choice. With their experienced instructors, safe and fun learning environment, and commitment to excellence, you''ll be well on your way to becoming a confident and skilled sailor. So, come and join Manly Sailing''s community of sailors and start your sailing adventure today!