Introduction to Yachting

An official International Yachtmaster Training recreational course

Take a whole weekend on beautiful Pittwater to get the feel of this exciting sport and learn the basic skills and techniques of sailing with a friendly, sympathetic instructor.

The Course objective

During this two day, one night course, you will have a total of 18 hours of practical on board lessons, with a minimum of 3 hours of theory lessons.

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Module 1 of the International Yachtmaster Training programme

Theory:

  • Introduction to the module
  • Safety precautions - the location and use of life jackets, flares, lifefraft, first aid kit, fire extinguishers, safety harnesses.
  • Location and use of heads, bilge pumps, water pumps, cooker & propane gas, battery selector swithch, cabin lights, general housekeeping rules.
  • Suitable clothing/footware, effects of heat and cold at sea.
  • Seasickness
  • Do's and Don'ts aboard a yacht.
  • Briefing on charts, tides/currents, weather forecasts, course setting, safe passage conditions.
  • Keeping a lookout.
  • Tracking progress along a course.

Practical

  • Coiling a line, and securing it to a cleat.
  • How to tie basic knots.
  • Using winches
  • Engine checks, fuel, mechanics, instrumentation, engine theory.
  • Slipping and coming alongside, Anchoring, Man Overboard proceedures.
  • Securing for sea, lookout duties, steering and general duties.
  • (if on a sailing vessel) Handling sails and halards, hoisting and lowering sails. Winches, boom and associated dangers. Commands for tacking and gybing.

De-Briefing

  • Did the course achieve the objectives?
  • Explanation of IYT training syllabus and system of training modules.

We limit the activity to a maximum of 5 students per yacht so you will have personal attention.

You will have the option to buy an official International Yachtmaster Training Log Book to record your accomplishments.

What do I bring?

Bring a hat, sunglasses, suntan cream, bathing suit, a warm jumper, change of clothes (minimal wardrobe needed), rain jacket (no umbrellas), toilet kit, any special medicine you may need to take (we have a first aid kit aboard). Be sure to pack this in a flexible soft bag as there is no room aboard for hard luggage.

Please note that there is no smoking below. We have refrigeration for your drinks, so you don't need an eskie onboard.

How Long is the course?

Two days and one night, from 9:30 AM Saturday to 4:00 PM Sunday. OR

Two days only, with no overnight stay.

What about meals?

Meals are included. If you have special dietary needs, please be sure to indicate this on your reservation form.

Where and when do we set sail?

Arrive at the Club Sail Office at 9:30 AM. We are at the Newport Anchorage, Office 10, Marina level, 79-81 Beaconsfield St, Newport close to the Newport Arms Hotel on the corner of Beaconsfield and Kalinya St. Newport. To see a map of how to find us, click here.

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Cost

$465 for the overnight introductory sail

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When a confirmed booking is made and accepted by Club Sail Pty.Ltd (hereafter referred to as the 'Company' a binding contract shall be deemed to subsist between both parties. No liability shall accrue to either the Company student/passenger if either is prevented from fulfilling any of their contractual obligations by any incidence of force majeure including acts of God, strikes, or any other event which can reasonably be beyond the control of either party. In the event of any dispute arising out of the terms of this contract, it shall be referred to a mutually acceptable arbiter whose decision shall be binding to both parties. It is understood that the student/passenger will indemnify the Company for any non-insurable claims that may be made against it for damage or loss caused by the student/passenger or by members of their party whether wilful or through negligence.

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1. Tick your choice of course, workshop or sailing adventure trip and date on the pricing table and complete the booking form below.
2. Telephone Club Sail to check availability and one of our team will be happy to discuss your choice with you.
3. Reservations can be taken over the phone - (see payment clause below)
4. A confirmation letter and tax invoice will be sent to you outlining your chosen activity details.

PAYMENT
All bookings will be held for a maximum of 7 days and the booking will not be confirmed until a completed and acceptable booking form has been received, which may be a fax copy, to the Company together with a 50% deposit for the course, or offshore milebuilder.

CANCELLATION
Inside 30 days must be made in writing by the person who completed the booking and be sent to the Company at their address and is deemed to take effect on receipt. Cancellations made between 30 and 15 days will incur a loss of deposit. Balance of payment is to be made 15 days prior to commencement of the course. There will be no REFUNDS given for cancellations made inside 15 days. If a student leaves the yacht and /or abandons a course or milebuilder trip before the scheduled termination date and time for whatever reason NO REFUNDS will be given.

INSURANCE
It is advisable to be covered by an insurance policy for the adventure sailing trips to safeguard yourself in the case of cancellation. A copy of the policy is to be forwarded to Club Sail.

WEATHER CONDITIONS
Whilst every effort will be made by the Instructor to give the students/passengers maximum time on the sea, weather conditions may be such that, in the opinion of the Instructor, the yacht or crew may be in danger and in such circumstances the vessel will remain in a place of safety. If the weather conditions are such that a prevention of the start or curtailment of a course or sailing trip occurs then no refunds will be given but alternative dates will be offered.

TRANSFER/CANCELLATION
The Company reserves the right at its' discretion to transfer the course or sailing trip from one yacht to another and this action will in no way waive the terms and conditions stated herein. In the event of the Company having to cancel a course or sailing trip, without offering any acceptable alternative then the student/passenger shall be entitled to a full refund of monies paid and no further liability shall be incurred by the Company.

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The student/passenger agrees to advise the Company in writing of any medical disability or illness which may adversely affect the ability to participate in the course or sailing trip that they have chosen. It shall be at the discretion of the Company to refuse to accept a booking of a student/passenger where there is an unacceptable risk to the party and the Company in doing so.

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