Overview
This is the exciting first step on the Australian Sailing Keelboat training pathway. You will begin to familiarise yourself with the vessel and the responsibilities associated with being a crew member. Your experienced Instructor will introduce you to the basics of sailing on a small boat, including boat handling, safety and sailing theory.
You will cover basic sailing terminology and rules, basic knots, tacking and gybing and man overboard recovery. All of our instructors are qualified by Australian Sailing with years of experience.
This is a 12 hour course consisting of 2 x 6 hour lessons.
We will provide life jackets, don't forget to bring sun safe clothing, sun cream, wear non marking shoes and take a bottle of water.
For this course no experience is necessary, so come along and enjoy sailing here in Manly, one of the best locations to sail in the world!
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
We supply the Lifejackets and Sunscreen
Professional Instructors and equipment necessary
Lunch
Hotel pick up and drop-off
Transport to and from attraction
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
We start our lessons on the ground floor of Manly Yacht club, we are in central Manly and very easy to get to. If you are arriving in Manly via ferry then all you need to do is head out of the ferry entrance and turn right, walk along the beach front until you reach the yacht club.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
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Manly Yacht Club
This is the exciting first step on the Australian Sailing Keelboat training pathway. You will begin to familiarise yourself with the vessel and the responsibilities associated with being a crew member. Your experienced Instructor will introduce you to the basics of sailing on a small boat, including boat handling, safety and sailing theory. You will cover basic sailing terminology and rules, basic knots, tacking and gybing and man overboard recovery. All of our instructors are qualified by Australian Sailing with years of experience.
We will provide life jackets, don’t forget to bring sun safe clothing, sun cream, wear non marking shoes and take a bottle of water.
For this course no experience is necessary, so come along and enjoy sailing here in Manly, one of the best locations to sail in the world!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Australia/Sydney).
Additional Information
- Wheelchair and stroller access is possible to yacht club but not the boat itself
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 4 travelers per booking
FAQs about Learn to Sail on Sydney Harbour: Australian Sailing Start Crewing
Can I cancel Learn to Sail on Sydney Harbour: Australian Sailing Start Crewing for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 days.
Where does it start?
We start our lessons on the ground floor of Manly Yacht club, we are in central Manly and very easy to get to.
What's included?
- We supply the Lifejackets and Sunscreen
- Professional Instructors and equipment necessary
What's not included?
- Lunch
- Hotel pick up and drop-off
- Transport to and from attraction
Operated by Manly Sailing Pty Ltd
