GLYC is an accredited Discover Sailing Centre, the only one on the Gippsland Lakes. Each Spring, Summer and Autumn School Holidays, we have our own instructors along with Australian Sailing instructors come to GLYC to run Tackers learn-to-sail programs for both kids aged 7-12 (in the club’s Ozi Optis) and for Teens / Adults (in the club’s Pacers). School Holiday Program places are limited, so we recommend completing your registration early. Unfortunately Gippsland Lakes Yacht Club cannot run any school holiday programs without a sufficient quota to make it financially viable.
This year’s Summer Tackers and Adults-Teens Learn-to-Sail programs are running Monday 7 – Friday 12 January 2024 with registrations now open by clicking on the links below.
- Tackers 1: ‘Having Fun’ – ideal for the beginner level, sailing for the first time. Cost $350.00 https://www.revolutionise.com.au/sailglyc/events/206770/
- Tackers 2: ‘Tricks and Techniques’ – this course aims to build on the fun participants had in Tackers 1, to progress their sailing skills. Cost $ 350.00 https://www.revolutionise.com.au/sailglyc/events/206772/
- Tackers 3: ‘Sailing Fast and Get into Racing’ – for those who have completed Tackers 2, and focuses on advanced sailing skills through games and adventures on the water. Cost $350.00
https://www.revolutionise.com.au/sailglyc/events/206773/ - Adult and Teens Start Sailing: ‘Beginner level’ – ideal for those sailing for the first time or with limited sailing experience. At the end of the course we expect you to be able to jump on any boat, big or small and be a valuable sailing member. Cost $300.00 https://www.revolutionise.com.au/sailglyc/events/206774/