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Discover the Fun of Sailing!

The Youth Adventure Program introduces young people aged 12–17 to the exciting world of sailing and watersports. Whether they’re brand new to sailing or returning to build on past experience, this program combines fun and learning, providing a solid foundation in sailing while encouraging an active, social lifestyle.

Youth sailors will learn essential skills in our RS Quest dinghies, while enjoying time on the water with friends.

This program is the perfect way to stay active, make new friends, and develop a lifelong love of the water. With 8 sessions per term, sailors can progress at their own pace, with their mates alongside them. Whether you’ve sailed before or it’s your very first time, this program is designed to bring together a range of skill levels, so everyone gets something out of it.

Program Details:

• Ages: 12-17 years old
• Instructors: Friendly and qualified instructors accredited by Australian Sailing
• Session Days: Saturday Afternoons from 2nd May to 27th June (excl. 6 June), 2026
• Instructor Guidance: Our instructors will provide personalised feedback and can advise when your child is ready for the next level.
• Cost: $295

Pre-Requisites:

• Children should ideally be water confident, but they will always wear life jackets during sessions.
• No prior sailing knowledge required
• Be ages 12-17

Drop-off/Pick-up Location:

• RQYS Sailing Academy Office

What to bring with you:

TOP – You will want a long-sleeve shirt or rashie that will protect you from the sun and keep you warm on those cooler days!

BOTTOMS – Shorts, Boardies, or leggings that you don’t mind getting wet!

CLOSED-TOE SHOES – This can be a pair of runners you don’t mind getting wet, or Aqua shoes from your last snorkelling adventure!

• Aqua Shoes

SUN PROTECTION – We recommend bringing a Hat, Sunscreen, Water Bottle, and Sunnies!

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

By registering for this program, you acknowledge and accept that sailing is a dangerous sport that carries inherent risks, including the potential for serious injury. One specific risk during this course is head injuries caused by contact with the boom or other equipment, which can occur regardless of a sailor’s level of experience or skill.

The safety of each sailor is ultimately their own and their parents’ responsibility. This includes taking appropriate precautions to minimize risks, such as wearing a helmet to reduce the likelihood of serious injury.

Overview

This is an OutThere Sailing combined course (a combination of OutThere Sailing 1, 2, 3). The combined course enables individual progression accross its duration, whilst allowing friends to remain together.

OutThere Sailing will always be about fun, social engagement and safety.

Prerequisites

Water confident.

Who should do this course?

This course is designed for participants who are 12-17 years-old looking to try a new activity, have some fun and engage with others whilst sailing.

Course Outcome

By the end of the OutThere Sailing combined course, the participants will achieve the standards of either OutThere Sailing 1, 2, or 3 and have had a lot of FUN with friends!

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We recognise that some of our course participants are completing the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award and may be using sailing and/or club membership to complete one or more sections of The Award. To learn more, click here.