Dinghy Sailing - Start Sailing (Level 1)

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Upcoming dates 4

From A$595

WHAT IS THIS COURSE?

Course Overview

A beginner sailing course covering the fundamentals of dinghy operation. Participants learn boat handling, sail trim, safety procedures, and basic seamanship skills on small dinghies.

Prerequisites

No formal prerequisites. Open to all beginners
Age: minimum 8 years
Comfortable in water

What You'll Learn

Setting and recovering sails
Points of sail and wind awareness
Boat handling and steering
Safety and emergency procedures
Practical on-water experience

COURSE AT A GLANCE

Key Facts

Duration

2 days

Typical Cost

A$595

Issuing Body

RYA (Flying Fish Australia)

Certificate

RYA Start Sailing certificate

UPCOMING DATES

Available Course Dates

Date	School	Location	Price
14 Sep 2026 to 15 Sep 2026	Flying Fish Australia	Sydney, Australia	A$595	Book →
21 Sep 2026 to 22 Sep 2026	Flying Fish Australia	Sydney, Australia	A$595	Book →
26 Sep 2026 to 27 Sep 2026	Flying Fish Australia	Sydney, Australia	A$595	Book →
12 Oct 2026 to 13 Oct 2026	Flying Fish Australia	Sydney, Australia	A$595	Book →

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