Junior Kids Sailing Program
LEARN TO SAIL
Sailing is the perfect way to get children 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 Tackers program. All our courses are delivered by experienced accredited instructors.
Discover Sailing at MHYC In our safe, fun, games-based Tackers program for kids aged 7-12.
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The Steps
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Aims to provide children with a fun, safe and affordable way to get into sailing. Kids sail in pairs in small boats, plus it's a great way to meet new friends. |
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Aims to build on the fun participants had in Tackers 1, to progress their sailing skills. If kids are confident, they can sail a boat on their own with lots of support, supervision and encouragement from the Instructor and Assistant Instructors. |
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This course focuses on advanced sailing skills through games and adventures on the water. This is a chance for the kids to sail dinghies on their own, learning how to make the boat go faster and playing games, all under the guidance and supervision of the Instructor and Assistant Instructors. |
MHYC Development Squads
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Optimist Green Fleet Squad |
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Optimist Racing Squad |
Holiday Sailing
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Our Tackers kids program also runs during the holidays, join us for a fun and social learn to sail program in a slightly more relaxed format where you may get to experience some, kayaking, fun with paddleboards and even adventure powerboating. |
Current and Future Courses
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