Fundamental PrincipLEs
We believe if sailors are provided with the safest learning environment possible and they truly love what we offer, they will feel supported to grow in confidence and will keep coming back, pursuing this sport as far as they desire.
upcoming COURSES
BEGINNER COURSES
LEarn to Sail 1 - term two
ABOUT THE COURSE
This is the perfect beginner sailing course for a 9-12-year-old with little or no previous sailing experience and interested in water sports, or simply trying something new!
Participants learn the basics of sailing through fun, adventure and teamwork in a safe environment, forming a solid sailing foundation. Your budding sailor will be taught the necessary skills to skipper an O'pen Skiff dinghy single-handed, under the supervision of one of our skilled coaches, experiencing a feeling of achievement they will be proud of.
A boat, lifejacket, helmet, team vest, and spray jacket are all provided for participants in this course. We do ask sailors to bring with them a wetsuit, beanie or hat, poly props (colder months especially), booties (neoprene boat shoes/old trainers that can get wet), sun cream, togs and to be prepared for adventure!
PREREQUISITES
Entrants typically enter this course at any age from 9 to 12 years old and must display confidence in the water. Swimming competency is assessed at the beginning of the course with a 25m sea swim activity.
COST (INCLUDES BOAT CHARTER)
Registration fee - $240 (Term One)
TIME & DATES
Saturdays 9.00am to 11.30am
1st May - 26th June (please note there will be no sailing on Queen's Birthday Weekend)
COURSE CONTENT
This is the perfect beginner sailing course for a 9-12-year-old with little or no previous sailing experience and interested in water sports, or simply trying something new!
Participants learn the basics of sailing through fun, adventure and teamwork in a safe environment, forming a solid sailing foundation. Your budding sailor will be taught the necessary skills to skipper an O'pen Skiff dinghy single-handed, under the supervision of one of our skilled coaches, experiencing a feeling of achievement they will be proud of.
A boat, lifejacket, helmet, team vest, and spray jacket are all provided for participants in this course. We do ask sailors to bring with them a wetsuit, beanie or hat, poly props (colder months especially), booties (neoprene boat shoes/old trainers that can get wet), sun cream, togs and to be prepared for adventure!
PREREQUISITES
Entrants typically enter this course at any age from 9 to 12 years old and must display confidence in the water. Swimming competency is assessed at the beginning of the course with a 25m sea swim activity.
COST (INCLUDES BOAT CHARTER)
Registration fee - $240 (Term One)
TIME & DATES
Saturdays 9.00am to 11.30am
1st May - 26th June (please note there will be no sailing on Queen's Birthday Weekend)
COURSE CONTENT
|
|
learn to sail 2 - term two
ABOUT THE COURSE
This course is tailored towards those who have completed RCSF Learn to Sail One and are keen to increase their knowledge and sailing skillset in a fun environment.
The course will take ideas and skills touched on in the first course and develop them to ensure your sailor is learning the correct techniques to cement a solid sailing foundation. Learn to Sail Two sailors will experience other types of boats which will introduce them to sailing with crew and they will also touch on the very basics of how a sailing race works.
A boat, helmet and team vest are all provided for participants in this course.
PREREQUISITES
Entrants typically enter this course following the RCSF Learn to Sail One course.
COST (INCLUDES BOAT CHARTER)
Registration fee - $240 (Term Two)
TIME & DATES
Sunday mornings 9am - 11.30am
2nd May to 27th June - excluding 6th June (Queen's Birthday Weekend)
COURSE CONTENT
This course is tailored towards those who have completed RCSF Learn to Sail One and are keen to increase their knowledge and sailing skillset in a fun environment.
The course will take ideas and skills touched on in the first course and develop them to ensure your sailor is learning the correct techniques to cement a solid sailing foundation. Learn to Sail Two sailors will experience other types of boats which will introduce them to sailing with crew and they will also touch on the very basics of how a sailing race works.
A boat, helmet and team vest are all provided for participants in this course.
PREREQUISITES
Entrants typically enter this course following the RCSF Learn to Sail One course.
COST (INCLUDES BOAT CHARTER)
Registration fee - $240 (Term Two)
TIME & DATES
Sunday mornings 9am - 11.30am
2nd May to 27th June - excluding 6th June (Queen's Birthday Weekend)
COURSE CONTENT
|
|
LEARN TO SAIL 3 - term two
ABOUT THE COURSE
The Level Three course suits returning participant's that have completed Learn to Sail Level One and Learn to Sail Level Two. Sailors previously enrolled in Level Two during Term One of this year should consider this course. This course focuses on introducing beginner racing skills in a relaxed environment.
Don't forget, like any sport, some sailors will develop competitive streaks whereas others may not. Appreciating this difference in the individual is a unique skill of ours at the RCSF and we continue to dedicate a large focus on enjoyment and non-conventional activities and drills in this stage of learning. Skill acquisition through enjoyment will help provide these sailors an opportunity to take part in club racing confidently in the future should they desire.
Boat use is still included in the course fee however sailors at this level should provide their own sailing clothing including helmet and lifejacket.
In certain circumstances, the RCSF may approach and award scholarship(s) to one or more sailor(s) in this course. This will be on a case-by-case basis and include boat use and course fees for one season.
PREREQUISITES
Entrants typically enter the Learn to Sail Three program following the RCSF Learn to Sail Two program.
COST (INCLUDES BOAT CHARTER)
Registration fee - $240 (Term Two)
TIME & DATES
Sunday afternoons 12.00pm - 2.30pm
2nd May to 27th June - excluding 6th June (Queen's Birthday Weekend)
COURSE CONTENT
The Level Three course suits returning participant's that have completed Learn to Sail Level One and Learn to Sail Level Two. Sailors previously enrolled in Level Two during Term One of this year should consider this course. This course focuses on introducing beginner racing skills in a relaxed environment.
Don't forget, like any sport, some sailors will develop competitive streaks whereas others may not. Appreciating this difference in the individual is a unique skill of ours at the RCSF and we continue to dedicate a large focus on enjoyment and non-conventional activities and drills in this stage of learning. Skill acquisition through enjoyment will help provide these sailors an opportunity to take part in club racing confidently in the future should they desire.
Boat use is still included in the course fee however sailors at this level should provide their own sailing clothing including helmet and lifejacket.
In certain circumstances, the RCSF may approach and award scholarship(s) to one or more sailor(s) in this course. This will be on a case-by-case basis and include boat use and course fees for one season.
PREREQUISITES
Entrants typically enter the Learn to Sail Three program following the RCSF Learn to Sail Two program.
COST (INCLUDES BOAT CHARTER)
Registration fee - $240 (Term Two)
TIME & DATES
Sunday afternoons 12.00pm - 2.30pm
2nd May to 27th June - excluding 6th June (Queen's Birthday Weekend)
COURSE CONTENT
|
|
ADULT LEARN TO SAIL - WEEKEND COURSE
ABOUT THE COURSE
If you're becoming increasingly jealous watching youngsters’ blast around the bay and you're keen to get out on the water to give sailing a go, then this is the course for you!
Our Learn to Sail Adult course is specifically tailored for adults who are new to the sport of sailing, with a mixture of content that will help develop techniques and build confidence.
Working together in a safe environment, our team of great coaches will guide you through the fundamentals in sailing at your own pace and in an easy to understand manor, providing a solid sailing foundation.
Once you have grasped the necessary skills to skipper a Laser, Hobie and/or RS Feva many of our graduates will cement their knowledge in the Development Open course before going on to participate in club racing!
Boat and equipment charter (lifejacket and helmet) are included in your course fee and there is no expectation to join the Manly Sailing Club at this stage. If you have your own life jacket, it would be preferable to bring it with you.
Adults should bring along these additional items for going on the water; a snug fitting wetsuit, thermal base layers (in the colder months especially), neoprene boat shoes or old trainers that can get wet, a hat, sun cream and that can-do attitude!
PREREQUISITES
Entrants are typically aged 18+ and should be confident around the water.
COST (INCLUDES BOAT CHARTER)
Registration fee - $240
DATES & TIMES
Saturday 11th September and Saturday 18th September (with 25th September as a reserve day if needed)
10am - 3pm both days
COURSE CONTENT
|
|
INTERMEDIATE COURSES
WINTER Development Program - O'PEN SKIFF
ABOUT THE COURSES
The O'pen Skiff Development Program is suitable for those who have successfully completed stages one, two and three in the RCSF LTS Program, and want to further their experience and enjoyment on the water. This is also the right choice for returning Development Skiff sailors still honing their racing skills and developing the confidence and competence required to improve from a club racing level to a regatta race level.
The expectation is that in between coaching sessions, sailors will train on the water without a coach. Creating this culture of sailors getting on the water together outside of scheduled coaching sessions requires more support from parents, and we believe that this is fundamental in keeping sailors in the sport.
Participants in this program will be given guidance to attend pre-selected away from home regattas throughout the season and it's our hope that they are supported to attend these events.
Sailors entering this course should provide their own boat and equipment although we will do our best to make available charters to those who are still in the market for their first O'pen Skiff.
In certain circumstances, the RCSF may approach and award scholarship(s) to one or more sailor(s) in this course. This will be on a case-by-case basis and include boat use and course fees for one season.
PREREQUISITES
Entrants typically enter the Development Program - O'pen Skiff following the RCSF Learn to Sail Three program.
Sailors must also be members of the Manly Sailing Club AND sailors are expected to attend Club Racing.
COST
Registration fee - $225
Charter fee - $360
DATES
9am - 12pm on the following Saturday mornings:
- 8th May
- 29th May
- 26th June
- 7th August
- 4th September
The O'pen Skiff Development Program is suitable for those who have successfully completed stages one, two and three in the RCSF LTS Program, and want to further their experience and enjoyment on the water. This is also the right choice for returning Development Skiff sailors still honing their racing skills and developing the confidence and competence required to improve from a club racing level to a regatta race level.
The expectation is that in between coaching sessions, sailors will train on the water without a coach. Creating this culture of sailors getting on the water together outside of scheduled coaching sessions requires more support from parents, and we believe that this is fundamental in keeping sailors in the sport.
Participants in this program will be given guidance to attend pre-selected away from home regattas throughout the season and it's our hope that they are supported to attend these events.
Sailors entering this course should provide their own boat and equipment although we will do our best to make available charters to those who are still in the market for their first O'pen Skiff.
In certain circumstances, the RCSF may approach and award scholarship(s) to one or more sailor(s) in this course. This will be on a case-by-case basis and include boat use and course fees for one season.
PREREQUISITES
Entrants typically enter the Development Program - O'pen Skiff following the RCSF Learn to Sail Three program.
Sailors must also be members of the Manly Sailing Club AND sailors are expected to attend Club Racing.
COST
Registration fee - $225
Charter fee - $360
DATES
9am - 12pm on the following Saturday mornings:
- 8th May
- 29th May
- 26th June
- 7th August
- 4th September
COURSE CONTENT
- Reading the wind and points of sail
- Rules and definitions intermediate
- Downwind speed and stability
- Marine conservation
- Adventure sailing
- Developing boat-handling techniques
WINTER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM - RS FEVA
ABOUT THE COURSE
This is an intermediate sailing program targeted at participants who are keen to develop their sailing and in particular, improve their racing repertoire. It's the right course for sailors aiming at developing the confidence and competence required to improve from an intermediate club level to a regatta race level and some of these sailors may be aiming for the 29er Youth Class.
Participants in this program will be given guidance to attend pre-selected away from home regattas throughout the sailing calendar and it is expected that, given we are developing racing skills in this course, they are supported to attend such events.
The expectation is that in between coaching sessions, sailors will train on the water without a coach. Creating this culture of sailors getting on the water together outside of scheduled coaching sessions requires more support from parents, and we believe that this is fundamental in keeping sailors in the sport.
Sailors entering this course should provide their own boat and equipment although we will do our best to make available charters to those who are still in the market for their first RS Feva.
PREREQUISITES
Entrants typically enter the Development Program - RS Feva following the RCSF Learn to Sail Three program.
Sailors must also be members of the Manly Sailing Club AND sailors are expected to attend Club Racing.
COST
Registration fee - $225
Charter fee - $540
DATES
12.30pm - 3.30pm on the following Saturday afternoons:
- 8th May
- 29th May
- 26th June
- 7th August
- 4th September
COURSE CONTENT
This is an intermediate sailing program targeted at participants who are keen to develop their sailing and in particular, improve their racing repertoire. It's the right course for sailors aiming at developing the confidence and competence required to improve from an intermediate club level to a regatta race level and some of these sailors may be aiming for the 29er Youth Class.
Participants in this program will be given guidance to attend pre-selected away from home regattas throughout the sailing calendar and it is expected that, given we are developing racing skills in this course, they are supported to attend such events.
The expectation is that in between coaching sessions, sailors will train on the water without a coach. Creating this culture of sailors getting on the water together outside of scheduled coaching sessions requires more support from parents, and we believe that this is fundamental in keeping sailors in the sport.
Sailors entering this course should provide their own boat and equipment although we will do our best to make available charters to those who are still in the market for their first RS Feva.
PREREQUISITES
Entrants typically enter the Development Program - RS Feva following the RCSF Learn to Sail Three program.
Sailors must also be members of the Manly Sailing Club AND sailors are expected to attend Club Racing.
COST
Registration fee - $225
Charter fee - $540
DATES
12.30pm - 3.30pm on the following Saturday afternoons:
- 8th May
- 29th May
- 26th June
- 7th August
- 4th September
COURSE CONTENT
|
|
WINTER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM - STARLING
ABOUT THE COURSE
This is an intermediate sailing program targeted at participants who are keen to develop their sailing and in particular, improve their racing repertoire. It's the right course for sailors aiming at developing the confidence and competence required to progress from an intermediate club level to a regatta race level.
Participants in this program will be given guidance to attend pre-selected away from home regattas throughout the sailing calendar and it is expected that, given we are developing racing skills in this course, they are supported to attend such events.
The expectation is that in between coaching sessions, sailors will train on the water without a coach. Creating this culture of sailors getting on the water together outside of scheduled coaching sessions requires more support from parents, and we believe that this is fundamental in keeping sailors in the sport.
Sailors entering this course will need to provide their own boat and equipment.
PREREQUISITES
Entrants will typically enter this course after outgrowing an O'pen Skiff. Or, alternatively, after completing another Development level course. Entrants should also be members of the Manly Sailing Club.
COST
Registration fee - $225
DATES & TIMES
9am - 12pm on the following Sunday mornings:
- 9th May
- 30th May
- 27th June
- 8th August
- 5th September
COURSE CONTENT
|
|
WINTER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM - windfoiling
ABOUT THE COURSE
This is an intermediate windsurfer course, ideal for participants who are keen to develop their skillset and perhaps, down the track, move towards a board racing level. Continuing on from the RCSF Learn to Windsurf course, this program will seek to reinforce the skills and techniques learned in the previous course, and introduce some new theory and content.
Participants can expect to look at new concepts such as apparent wind sailing, and learn crucial windsurfing techniques such as efficient pumping, planing and using the harness.
The expectation is that in between coaching sessions, sailors will train on the water without a coach. Creating this culture of sailors getting on the water together outside of scheduled coaching sessions requires more support from parents, and we believe that this is fundamental in keeping sailors in the sport.
Sailors entering this course can provide their own board and equipment although we will do our best to make available charters to those who are still in the market for their first windfoiler.
PREREQUISITES
Entrants must display basic windsurfing knowledge and competency, or have successfully completed the RCSF Learn to Windsurf course. Participant's shall also be members of Manly Sailing Club to enter this course and are expected to attend Club Racing.
COST
Registration fee - $225
Charter fee - TBC
DATES
9am - 12pm on the following Sunday mornings:
- 9th May
- 30th May
- 27th June
- 8th August
- 5th September
COURSE CONTENT
This is an intermediate windsurfer course, ideal for participants who are keen to develop their skillset and perhaps, down the track, move towards a board racing level. Continuing on from the RCSF Learn to Windsurf course, this program will seek to reinforce the skills and techniques learned in the previous course, and introduce some new theory and content.
Participants can expect to look at new concepts such as apparent wind sailing, and learn crucial windsurfing techniques such as efficient pumping, planing and using the harness.
The expectation is that in between coaching sessions, sailors will train on the water without a coach. Creating this culture of sailors getting on the water together outside of scheduled coaching sessions requires more support from parents, and we believe that this is fundamental in keeping sailors in the sport.
Sailors entering this course can provide their own board and equipment although we will do our best to make available charters to those who are still in the market for their first windfoiler.
PREREQUISITES
Entrants must display basic windsurfing knowledge and competency, or have successfully completed the RCSF Learn to Windsurf course. Participant's shall also be members of Manly Sailing Club to enter this course and are expected to attend Club Racing.
COST
Registration fee - $225
Charter fee - TBC
DATES
9am - 12pm on the following Sunday mornings:
- 9th May
- 30th May
- 27th June
- 8th August
- 5th September
COURSE CONTENT
|
|
ADVANCED COURSES
PERFORMANCE SQUAD - 29er
ABOUT THE COURSE
This course is offered to sailors in the 29er to supplement their own self coaching.
Sailors in the Performance Squad shall in most instances, provide their own boats and equipment. There are however a limited number of yachts available for charter should your sailor be entering a new class.
PREREQUISITES
Sailors will already be sailing the 29er and attending regattas.
COST
Registration Fee TBC
DATES & TIMES
TBC
COURSE CONTENT (May include some or all of the following)
This course is offered to sailors in the 29er to supplement their own self coaching.
Sailors in the Performance Squad shall in most instances, provide their own boats and equipment. There are however a limited number of yachts available for charter should your sailor be entering a new class.
PREREQUISITES
Sailors will already be sailing the 29er and attending regattas.
COST
Registration Fee TBC
DATES & TIMES
TBC
COURSE CONTENT (May include some or all of the following)
|
|
*Please use our contact us page if you have any difficulty with registering for the above sessions.
what to bring
|
|
Remember, sailing clothing is dependent on seasonal conditions. For Learn to Sail applicants, the RCSF can provide life-jackets, helmets and spray tops, but not wetsuits.
Parental Involvement
For all our courses, it's important that parents/caregivers participate in the day to day operations and provide on and off water support for each coaching session. The RCSF offers training and induction will be given.
SCHOLARSHIP
An opportunity exists for applicant's in certain circumstances to be offered a scholarship to subsidise them through the course and or provide a boat for a complete season.
A scholarship will only be offered after consideration from an initial interview or at the completion of a Learn to Sail course.
The complete details of a scholarship will only be revealed to an applicant at the time of an offer being made. Any decision to award a scholarship will be made at the sole discretion of the RCSF.
A scholarship will only be offered after consideration from an initial interview or at the completion of a Learn to Sail course.
The complete details of a scholarship will only be revealed to an applicant at the time of an offer being made. Any decision to award a scholarship will be made at the sole discretion of the RCSF.