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.

Junior Sailing Racing

Centreboard Division Racing

Come racing with MHYC Centreboard Division on Sunday Afternoons in the Middle Harbour Sound

Race briefing at 1pm outside the Junior Sailing Office at MHYC

Race starts at 13:30

Racing conducted for Optimist. Cadets and 420's

Notices

Racing Calendar Click Here

Adult Learn to Sail

Adult Learn to Sail

Sailing is the perfect way to get out in the fresh air, to learn a new skill, meet new friends and participate in a satisfying and fulfilling sport that can be done in a team or as an individual. Sailing on the beautiful Sydney Harbour you will be to take in the fantastic scenery of Mosman and Balmoral in a protected and fun environment.

MHYC offers a simple training pathway through the Australian Sailing endorsed Learn to Sail programs. All our courses are delivered by experienced accredited instructors.

Discover Sailing at MHYC is aimed at introducing young adults (16-18yrs) and adults (18+) to the fun of sailing, no prior sailing skills are necessary.

We welcome you to begin your sailing journey with us today...

The Steps

	Start Crewing Start Crewing is the begining of your sailing journey. It is perfect for people with zero experience or people who may have sailed as a child and are wanting to pick up the sport again. The course is designed to teach to the basics of understanding how a boat moves, the wind’s affect on sails, the rope controls and crew-work. Upcoming Courses - Click for info and bookings: Weekend Courses: Start Crewing - May Start Crewing - June
	Start Helming Progressing from Start Crewing, Start Helming will teach you to steer the boat and coordinate your crew onboard. This is an exciting step forwards in developing your sailing skills. Upcoming Courses - Click for info and bookings: Weekend Courses: Start Helming - May Start Helming - June
	Start Skippering Progressing from Start Helming, Start Skippering will teach you the more detailed seamanship skills required for sailing. Upcoming Courses - Click for info and bookings: Start Skippering - June
	Start Spinnakers Once you have mastered sailing under main and jib and are looking for something more challenging, jump on one of our Start Spinnaker courses. Look forward to learning all about sailing under spinnaker and see the increased speed and excitement this can add to your skills. Upcoming Courses - Click for info and bookings

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Centreboard Club Racing

MHYC has a proud tradition of developing young sailors through a range of programs and racing. Sunday Centreboard Racing provides a fun competitive environment and is part of young sailors developing their skills. MHYC has supported a number of classes to be raced under its banner and that form part of the pathway into its senior yachting. Currently the Optimist class is the focus of centreboard racing at MHYC, but the 420, Flying 11, 29er and other classes are welcome. Racing is conducted on Sundays as scheduled year round.

Race Documents

2023-2024 MHYC Centreboard Handbook and Season Notice of Race & Sailing Instructions

2023-2024 Series & Casual Race Entry

ONLINE ENTRY

To enter a race or series, you will need a SailSys account. To register, visit www.sailsys.com.au, choose Login and scroll down to Register.

SailSys Help - Adding a New Boat, Adding a Boat Administrator

Notices to Competitors

NTC 2022-12-17-1 Racing Abandoned on December 18

Results

Dinghy Storage

Limted on-site storage for centreboard dinghies is available at MHYC

For more information

Volunteers

MHYC club racing is mostly volunteer run. Competitors are expected to povide a volunteer for at least two race days in each series. If you can spare some time to help volunteer on the start boat or support boats, please let us know by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Learn to Sail Keelboat

Learn to Sail