Youth Development Squad
MHYC Youth Development Squads
MHYC Youth Development and Match Racing Programs have been developed to promote youth sailors’ keelboat skills and provide pathways into yachting programs for youth sailors aged 13-17 in Club, National and International regattas.
The club’s commitment to providing youth sail training will see youth sailors from 13 years old introduced to keelboat sailing and honing of skills for those who have done it before. The programs will make use of the club’s newly purchased Melges 20s, with the ability to use asymmetric spinnakers.
MHYC Youth Development Squad The Youth Development Squad (YDS) program is a selective group open to MHYC Youth Members between the ages of 13 to 17 who have demonstrated existing skills in dinghy or keelboat racing. The program will introduce sailors to the dynamics of small keelboat fleet racing and the use of asymmetric spinnakers. The YDS program aims to teach youth sailors the skills needed to competently and confidently sail and race small keelboats. The program will focus on building core teamwork skills paired with advanced sail and boat trim techniques. The program also focuses on developing athletes skills in the following areas:
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MHYC Youth Match Racing Squad The Youth Match Racing Squad (YMR) program is a selective group open MHYC Youth Members between the ages of 16-25 who have demonstrated existing Match Racing and exceptional fleet racing skills in either dinghy classes or keelboats. The program will introduce youth sailors to the dynamics of match racing and offer regular competition to enhance their skills. The program continues the foundations from the YDS and focuses on developing match racing skills. Participants will focus on the following:
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Online Course Entry Terms and Conditions
- Encourage participants to play by the rules and respect the officials decisions and that of the Event or event organiser;
- Abide by the law;
- Appreciate good performances and the skill of all participants;
- Support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from activities; and
- Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every participant regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion.
FAQ / What to Wear
What to Wear
All you need to wear are some comfortable, warm clothes that are suitable for outdoor activity and allow you freedom of movement, with a pair of enclosed shoes to protect your feet.
- Active wear is suitable or shorts/trousers & t-shirt/polo shirt.
- A wind/spray jacket is a good idea for cooler days.
- Joggers/sandshoes or any non-marking rubber soled shoes that provide support would be suitable.
- For sun protection we recommend a hat with a chin strap or one that is firm fitting so as not to blow off in the wind.
- Sunglasses should be secured with a flexible strap if possible.
- We will supply you with a correctly fitting self inflating life-jacket or personal flotation device(PFD).
Your ‘sailing gear’ may get slightly wet from occasional splashes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Parking
- You are able to park in the carpark adjacent to MHYC. If you don't have any luck finding a spot, there is parking less than 1 minute walk from the club along Parriwi Road. If parking in the carpark, please don't forget to grab a ticket as this carpark is regularly patrolled.
Where to Meet
- For all sessions, please met one of our instructors in the members area at the MHYC reception.
Women's Learn to Sail
Women's Learn to Sail
Sailing is the perfect way to get out in the fresh air, learning a new skill, meeting new friends and participating in a satisfying and fulfilling sport that can be done in a team or as an individual. MHYC offers a simple training pathway through the Australian Sailing endorsed programs. The sessions aim to introduce more women into the wonderful world of sailing and connect with other women in the sailing community. We will finish off the course with a glass of bubbles upstairs in our fantastic Harbour View Room.
Our courses are delivered by experienced accredited instructors.
Womens Learn to SailThis is the beginning of the adventure, whether you have sailed before and want a refresher or are new to sailing we offer a 4-week course running on a Friday Mornings from 9:00 to 12 throughout the year.
Upcoming Courses - Click to book: Available Soon!
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Youth Sailing - Terms & Conditions
Risk Acknowledgment Sailing is a high risk sport and is affected by uncontrollable and difficult to predict elements of nature. Possible risks include;
Injury caused by contact with the boat. Possible injuries are not limited to bruises,cuts and scratches. Reflective glare from water causes more rapid sunburn. Due to this, it is recommended that all competitors apply sunscreen before racing and reapply where necessary throughout the event.
Hats and sunglasses are also recommended. There are many unseen risks in the yacht club and beach including oysters, sharp objects, nail or splinters and slippery surfaces. To reduce injury, it is a club requirement that all sailors are wearing enclosed shoes whilst in the clubhouse and its surroundings.
When sailing dinghies with the inshore water, really serious injuries of the type that cause permanent disability or even death are very rare but do occur. As with all water sports, the possibility of drowning is also present. Sailors attention is drawn to RRS 4. Middle Harbour Yacht Club takes all of these risks seriously and has measures in place to reduce potential incidents. However not all the risks can be avoided and sometimes accidents happen.
I acknowledge that this waiver covers activities conducted at Middle Harbour Yacht Club, referred to here as the Club. I understand that participating in any sailing event may involve strenuous activity and I declare that I am physically fit to participate in every aspect of these activities and that I am aware of and accept the risks of participating in this event.
I hereby waive any claims that I may have against Middle Harbour Yacht Club or its officers and agents as a result of any action or omissions on their part in connection with any activity at any time at Middle Harbour Yacht Club.
Media and Personal Information I understand that I or the minor whom I am responsible may be photographed while racing and I hereby give permission for the use of my name or the name of the minor to whom I am responsible to be used in all forms of media for the promotion of the club and event.
I also hereby confirm that all the information provided by me herein is true and correct and if any information changes I will notify Middle Harbour Yacht Club at the earliest point foreseeable.
I agree to be bound by the racing Rules of the ISAF and all other rules that govern this event. I acknowledge that all those taking part in the races do so at their own risk and that none of the Organizing Authority, Middle Harbour Yacht Club, their officials or members are responsible for the seaworthiness of a yacht whose entry is accepted, or for the efficiency or adequacy of its equipment.