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Adult Learn to Sail

Adult Keelboat Learn to Sail

Whether you're new to sailing or looking to get back on the water, our Adult Learn to Sail Keelboat course offers a fun and supportive environment to build your confidence on the water.

Courses are run on our club-owned BW8 Keelboats, stable and spacious boats ideal for entry-level sailors. Designed to accommodate up to five adult sailors and an onboard coach, they provide a great platform to learn the fundamentals of keelboat sailing, including boat handling, different roles on board, and on-water safety.

You can choose from two flexible formats to suit your schedule:

  • Weekend Course: 3 hours on Saturday + 3 hours on Sunday (total 6 hours) – $150 per person
  • Weekly Course: Four Saturday sessions, 3 hours each (total 12 hours) – $330 per person


Learn alongside like-minded people in a relaxed, small-group setting. With a clear progression pathway, we’re here to help you take the next step in your sailing journey.

Special Offer: Book with a friend and get 10% off! Use code GROUPOF2 at checkout and include your booking partner’s name in the booking details.

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Keelboat courses ACCORDION II

Keelboat Weekly Saturday Courses

Saturday, 6th Feb 2027 - 9:00am - 12:00pm
Saturday, 13th Feb 2027 - 9:00am - 12:00pm
Saturday, 20th Feb 2027 - 9:00am - 12:00pm
Saturday, 6th Mar 2027 - 9:00am - 12:00pm

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Registration for this course closes on the 4th Feb 2027 at 12pm.

Please note:
Each course requires a minimum of 4 attendees to run.
 

Saturday, 1st May 2027 - 9:00am - 12:00pm
Saturday, 8th May 2027 - 9:00am - 12:00pm
Saturday, 15th May 2027 - 9:00am - 12:00pm
Saturday, 22nd May 2027 - 9:00am - 12:00pm

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Registration for this course closes on the 29th April 2027 at 12pm.

Please note:
Each course requires a minimum of 4 attendees to run.

Keelboat weekend course - ACCORDION II

Keelboat Weekend Courses

Saturday, 2nd May 2026 - 9:00am - 12:00pm
Sunday. 3rd May 2026 - 9:00am-12:00pm

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Registration for this course closes on the 29th April 2026 at 11:45pm.

Please note:
Each course requires a minimum of 4 attendees to run.


Saturday, 16th May 2026 - 9:00am - 12:00pm
Sunday. 17th May 2026 - 9:00am-12:00pm

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Registration for this course closes on the 13th May 2026 at 11:45pm.

Please note:
Each course requires a minimum of 4 attendees to run.



Saturday, 30th May 2026 - 9:00am - 12:00pm
Sunday. 31st May 2026 - 9:00am-12:00pm

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Registration for this course closes on the 27th May 2026 at 11:45pm.

Please note:
Each course requires a minimum of 4 attendees to run.

Saturday, 13th June 2026 - 9:00am - 12:00pm
Sunday, 14th June 2026 - 9:00am-12:00pm

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Registration for this course closes on the 10th June 2026 at 11:45pm.

Please note:
Each course requires a minimum of 4 attendees to run.

Saturday, 1st August 2026 - 9:00am - 12:00pm
Sunday, 2nd August 2026 - 9:00am-12:00pm

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Registration for this course closes on the 31st July 2026 at 12pm.



Saturday, 15th August 2026 - 9:00am - 12:00pm
Sunday, 16th August 2026 - 9:00am-12:00pm

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Registration for this course closes on the 13th Aug 2026 at 12pm.



Saturday, 29th August 2026 - 9:00am - 12:00pm
Sunday, 30th August 2026 - 9:00am-12:00pm

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Registration for this course closes on the 27th Aug 2026 at 12pm.

Please note:
Each course requires a minimum of 4 attendees to run.

Saturday, 13th September 2026 - 9:00am - 12:00pm
Sunday, 14th September 2026 - 9:00am-12:00pm

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Registration for this course closes on the 9th Sept 2026 at 12pm.

Please note:
Each course requires a minimum of 4 attendees to run.

Saturday, 17th October 2026 - 9:00am - 12:00pm
Sunday, 18th October 2026 - 9:00am-12:00pm

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Registration for this course closes on the 15th Oct 2026 at 12pm.



Saturday, 31st October 2026 - 9:00am - 12:00pm
Sunday, 1st November 2026 - 9:00am-12:00pm

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Registration for this course closes on the 29th Oct 2026 at 12pm.

Please note:
Each course requires a minimum of 4 attendees to run.
 

Saturday, 31st October 2026 - 9:00am - 12:00pm
Sunday, 1st November 2026 - 9:00am-12:00pm

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Registration for this course closes on the 29th Oct 2026 at 12pm.


Saturday, 14th November 2026 - 9:00am - 12:00pm
Sunday, 15th November 2026 - 9:00am-12:00pm

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Registration for this course closes on the 12th Nov 2026 at 12pm.


Saturday, 28th November 2026 - 9:00am - 12:00pm
Sunday, 29th November 2026 - 9:00am-12:00pm

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Registration for this course closes on the 26th Nov 2026 at 12pm.

Please note:
Each course requires a minimum of 4 attendees to run.

Saturday, 12th December 2026 - 9:00am - 12:00pm
Sunday, 13th December 2026 - 9:00am-12:00pm

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Registration for this course closes on the 10th Dec 2026 at 11:45pm.

Please note:
Each course requires a minimum of 4 attendees to run.

Saturday, 12th March 2027 - 9:00am - 12:00pm
Sunday, 13th March 2027 - 9:00am-12:00pm

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Registration for this course closes on the 18th Mar 2027 at 12pm.

Please note:
Each course requires a minimum of 4 attendees to run.

Saturday, 3rd April 2027 - 9:00am - 12:00pm
Sunday, 4th April 2027 - 9:00am-12:00pm

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Registration for this course closes on the 1st April at 12pm. 

Please note:
Each course requires a minimum of 4 attendees to run.

Please note that our courses run through our summer season and close for winter.

Please note that our courses run through our summer season and close for winter.
Please pop in an EOI if you would like to be notified when new course dates are released.

Our Keelboat Courses are sailed in the club BW8 Keelboats which are fantastic for entry-level Keelboat sailors. These courses are designed to take those who have some sailing experience and teach them the specifics of Keelboat sailing including all the roles on board and eventually, the skills of sailing a Keelboat with a Spinnaker in the Spinnaker Course.

The BW8 fits 4 adult sailors and an instructor on board.

What’s Next?

What’s Next?

Those who have completed the Learn to Sail Courses and would like to take your sailing further, the next course for you is the Spinnaker Course. We offer these courses when there is demand, so please pop in an EOI for the Spinnaker Course and we will reach out.

There will also be many opportunities to race on other club boats.

If this is something that interests you, please contact: [email protected] 

All of the boat equipment, life jackets, and sailing gloves will be provided. Please wear sun-protective clothing, a warm and waterproof jacket if it’s cold, and closed in shoes. The BW8 yachts keep you reasonably dry, but you can get some water splash on windy or rainy days. The RSQuests are launched off the beach and can tip over, you are likely to get a little wet while learning how to sail these so we recommend to wear a wetsuit or clothing able to get wet.

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