Dinghy Courses: Adult & Youth
New dinghy courses for Spring 2020 now advertised. Covid – 19 sail training update
The Victorian Government announcement on 7 th July, 2020 of renewed Stage 3 COVID -19 Health Restrictions for the Greater Melbourne Area have resulted in our winter sail training in keelboats and other courses being postponed until these restrictions are eased.
Our dinghy courses for Spring 2020 are planned to commence from 6 th Sunday September and may not be unaffected.
These latest Stage 3 health restrictions are advertised for a six – week period and potentially may ease from August 19 th 2020, subject to notification from the Victorian Government. Our sailing and boating courses will continue to be planned and advertised for the period beyond 1 st September 2020 on the basis of approval by the Victorian Government in recreational activities & gatherings and further approval by Australian Sailing (the peak body of sailing in Australia) advising us that we can resume training.
See our new dates for dinghy courses September through to November 2020
Please feel free to register your interest in our dinghy sailing and other courses or send in a booking form. For your peace of mind payment will not be requested for any course until a week prior to the commencement date.
If you see a course you are interested in, or need some advice about learning to sail, please contact us via email at training@rmys.com.au or Leigh Brennan-Smith on 0412 196301. We look forward to your continued interest and support heading towards Spring, 2020.
Start Sailing 1
New Dinghy courses for Spring 2020 now advertised
We offer a full range of dinghy sailing courses. Our location at St.Kilda is ideal for dinghy sailing with beach launching, a sheltered harbour on Port Phillip and consistent sea breezes. Whether you have never sailed before, or if you have lots of experience but are just looking to hone specific skills, there is a course for you. These group lessons are suitable for young people 12 years and up, and adults of all ages. For youth and adult dinghy training we use X3 Extreme, Pacer & Heron dinghies. In February 2018 we added a further two RS Quest dinghies to our Academy fleet which we use for schools and adult classes. These modern dinghies from the UK can carry up to four people and are fitted with both asymmetric and symmetric spinnakers.
Your Discover Sailing journey starts here as you learn the fundamental skills of sailing and are introduced to the fun of dinghy sailing in a safe and supportive environment. This course is aimed at the first time sailor, or a keelboat sailor converting to dinghies. Our Course fee includes textbook, logbook, course certificate & PFD with wetsuit hire available. Our Dinghy course – What to bring guide is worth reviewing.
Duration: 12 hours (4 x 3 hour sessions).
Cost: $298 per person
(Minimum age 12 years)
For more information, see the course overview.
Click buttons below for booking forms with dates & session times.
Start Sailing 2
Your Discover Sailing journey continues as you master all of the fundamental dinghy sailing skills. You will be equipped to sail your dinghy on your own voyages of discovery outside of the St.Kilda harbour on Port Phillip. This course is aimed at sailors who have completed Start Sailing 1, or have some sailing experience.Course fee includes textbook & logbook (if new to the Dinghy Scheme), course certificate & PFD with wetsuit hire available. Our Dinghy course – What to Bring guide is worth reviewing.
Duration: 12 hours (4 x 3 hour sessions).
Cost: $298 per person
For more information, see the course overview.
Booking forms with dates & session times are below:
Better Sailing
Discover Sailing in stronger winds as you develop the skills required to get maximum speed from your dinghy. Your journey speeds up as you experience the thrill of using a spinnaker for downwind sailing, and practice better control of your boat. This course is aimed at sailors who have completed Start Sailing 1 and 2, or who have more sailing experience.Course fee includes textbook & logbook (if new to the Dinghy Scheme), course certificate & PFD with wetsuit hire available.
Duration: 12 hours (4 x 3 hour sessions).
Cost: $298 Special price for a limited time only! per person (Normally $330)
For more information, see the course overview.
What to bring
Bringing the right clothing is essential to enjoying a dinghy course, to ensure you are protected from the elements. Footwear is an essential item and must be worn at all times. Our Dinghy course – What to Bring guide is worth reviewing.
For more information contact Leigh at the Royal Melbourne Sail Training Academy
Phone: 03 9534 0059
Mobile: 0412 196 301
Email: training@rmys.com.au
