Dinghy Sailing Classes (Level 1 and 2)

Our morning dinghy sailing classes are a great way to develop your sailing skills in a fantastic location. Join our scheduled classes or contact us and arrange some private lessons for yourself or your group.

Description

Our morning sailing classes are for sailors who have some experience and wish to develop their skills with guidance from an instructor. Join a single class as a refresher or a series of classes to fast-track your skills.   

If you can get your own small group of family or friends together, a private lesson is a great way to learn and can be of excellent value. 

We welcome families with kids as well as corporate groups looking for some action-packed teambuilding. 

Course content

  • Rigging, launching, and landing
  • Helming and crewing skills 
  • Sailing upwind, tacking
  • Sailing downwind and gybing
  • Practice the five essentials of sailing.
  • Coaching exercises
  • Racing skills and seamanship skills

Fantastic sailing conditions

Flying Fish Sailing is based in a spectacular setting at Middle Harbour Yacht Club in Sydney. 

The sailing environment is superb with reliable, warm sea breezes and lots of great beaches to sail to a short distance away.  

Instructors and boats 

Our training fleet includes RS Zests, which are forgiving and fun to sail for one or two, and Laser Bahias (2-3 person dinghies with trapeze and asymmetric spinnakers), which are ideal for developing seamanship skills.  

Our qualified and experienced instructors will guide you through the lesson in a friendly and professional way.  

Before you start

  • Our morning sailing classes are best for those with some experience who wish to improve their skills quickly. 
  • If you are a beginner, you should start with our level 1 beginners course. 
  • Once you have achieved level 2, you can hire a boat and start cruising or racing on your own terms.

What next?

  • Once you are at level 2 you are ready to hire a boat and enjoy sailing on your own terms or start racing.

What's included

  • Tuition, equipment, pre-course information. safety boat. 
  • Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) are provided and must be worn at all times on the water. 
  • Please bring your own water bottle and snacks.

Qualifications 

  • RYA / AS Level 1 (after 4 sessions) 
  • RYA /AS Level 2 (after 8 sessions)

Price options

Zest Dinghy Sailing Pre-book and save

Book multiple classes or bring friends and family to save money—the more you book, the better the value.

1 class – $245
2 classes – $195 each
3 or more classes – $175 each

FlexiSail Voucher – 8 sailing sessions for $1,240 ($155 each)
Perfect for regular sailors or to share with friends and family.
Submit an enquiry above to purchase.

Private lessons – learn on your own terms

Enjoy a tailored 3-hour sailing session with your own instructor.

1 person – $395
2 people – $285 each
3 people – $225 each
4 people – $200 each
5 or more – $175 each

Submit an enquiry above to book your private lesson.

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