Welcome to the RQYS Sailing School
We offer a wide variety of both practical and theory courses. From single person dinghies to 40 foot yachts, we’ve got all of your training needs covered!
No matter what your age or level of experience, we can help increase your sailing knowledge and skills.
KIDS COURSES
Junior Sailing Program
For 7 to 12 year olds wanting to learn to sail.
March (Saturday) – 6th | 13th | 20th | 27th – FULL
May (Saturday) – 1st | 8th | 15th | 22nd – Book Now
NEW COURSE – May (Sunday) – 9th | 16th | 23rd | 30th – Book Now
A minimum of 10 students are required for this new course to go ahead
June (Sunday) – 6th | 13th | 20th | 27th – Book Now
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Pacer Racer
For 12 to 18 year olds who want to go race Pacers every weekend. Perfect for Team Sailors and those who want to get into fleet racing.
March (Saturday) – 6th | 13th | 20th | 27th – Book Now
April (Saturday) – 17th | 24th – Book Now
May (Saturday) – 1st | 8th | 15th | 22nd – Book Now
Sail & Play
For 7 to 12 year olds who think Sailing, Raft Building, Knots, Island Adventures, Sailing Science, Kites, Team Building and Navigation sounds like a load of fun!
June (3 Day Program) – 28th | 29th | 30th – Book Now
ADULT COURSES
Introduction to Sailing
The perfect course for adults wanting to learn to sail.
March (Saturday) – 6th | 13th | 20th | 27th – FULL
May (Saturday) – 1st | 8th | 15th | 22nd – FULL – join the waiting list
June (Sunday) – 6th | 13th | 20th | 27th – Book Now
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Better Sailing
For students who have finished an Introduction to Sailing course and want to further their skills and learn about racing.
May (Sunday) – 16th | 23rd | 30th – Book Now
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Ladies Sailing
A great way to get on the water midweek. With this course catering to all skill levels and running from 1100 to 1430 it’s easy to have an enjoyable day on the water and skill get back in time to pick the kids up from school!
Every Thursday – Book Now
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THEORY COURSES
Radio Operators Licence
Essential for anyone wanting to use a MF/HF or VHF radio
March 28th (Saturday) – Book Now
June 6th (Sunday) – Book Now
Recreational Marine Drivers Licence
A legal requirement for powerboat usage in Queensland
Every Saturday – Book Now
Safety and Sea Survival Course
Conducted in both the classroom (14 hours) and in the water (3-4 hours) the course covers all aspects of safety and survival.
New course dates coming soon
YACHTING COURSES
Introduction to Yachting
Get a taste of yachting in this one day course!
Saturday and Sundays – Book Now!
Competent Crew
The perfect way to learn all the basics of yachting. This course involves staying on board the yacht… a qualification and holiday in one!
3 x Weekends – Book Now
1 x Week – (Mon – Fri) Book Now
Day Skipper Course
With both a Theory and Practical element, the Day Skipper course is for students who have completed Competent Crew, or have prior sailing experience.
Theory Component:
14 x Evenings – Book Now
1 x Week (Mon – Fri) – Book Now
Practical Component:
3 x Weekends – Book Now
1 x Week (Mon – Fri) – Book Now
