Dinghy Sailing Classes (Level 1 and 2)
Already know how to sail? Join our three-hour dinghy sailing classes on Sydney Harbour to improve your skills, build confidence and enjoy time on the water. Suitable for sailors with RYA Dinghy Level 2 or equivalent experience.
Description
Join a single three-hour class to refresh your skills or attend regularly to build confidence and improve your sailing.
Sessions combine practical coaching, follow-the-leader exercises, seamanship challenges and occasional informal racing. Activities vary each week to keep sailing fun and rewarding.
What you'll practise

- Boat handling, rigging and launching
- Helming and crewing techniques
- Upwind sailing, tacking and gybing
- Sail trim and the five essentials of sailing
- Follow-the-leader and seamanship exercises
- Informal racing, starts and mark rounding
Boats and location
You'll sail our RS Zest dinghies, either single-handed or with a crew of two, under the guidance of our experienced instructors.
Classes take place at Middle Harbour Yacht Club, Mosman, with sheltered waters and beautiful Sydney Harbour scenery.
Experience required: RYA Dinghy Level 2 or equivalent sailing experience.
Before you start
These classes are designed for sailors with skills at approximately RYA Dinghy Level 2 standard or equivalent experience. You should be comfortable sailing a dinghy independently in light to moderate conditions.
New to sailing? Start with our Dinghy Sailing - Start Sailing (Level 1) course, then progress to Dinghy Sailing - Start Sailing (Level 2) before joining our regular skills and practice classes.
What next?
Ready to sail independently? Hire a Sailing Dinghy and explore beautiful Middle Harbour at your own pace.
Want to take your skills further? Explore our Intermediate Dinghy Sailing courses, including seamanship, racing and spinnaker handling.
What's included
- Three hours of sailing with coaching from our experienced instructors.
- RS Zest dinghy, sailing equipment and safety boat cover included.
- Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) provided and must be worn on the water.
- Just bring suitable clothing, a water bottle and a snack.
Price options
Book more and save
Book several classes in advance or bring friends and family to the same session. The more classes you book, the more you save!
- 1 class: $245
- 2 classes: $195 each
- 3 or more classes: $175 each