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Welcome to the RPAYC 2019-2020 Sail Training Season

Welcome everyone! We are looking forward to another great Spring/Summer training season here at The Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club. We trust everyone is looking forward to the warmer weather and the sailing season kicking off!

We have some great programs on offer over the next 6 or so months, including Tacker's Learn to Sail, Adult Keelboat sessions, Class Training and the new Australian Sailing Program for teenagers 'OutThere Sailing'!
This new initiative from Australian Sailing will incorporate elements of sailing, windsurfing and even paddle boarding, in a fun and friendly environment for the Teenagers! Read on for further information on the great training programs available to suit all ages and abilities this season, down at the Alfred's.

What are your kids doing these October School Holidays?!

These October holidays the RPAYC will be running the famous Tackers program for Kids aged 7-12 yrs. Along with this we are excited to now be offering the new OutThere sailing program for Teens 12-17 yrs.

The 2019 October School Holiday programs will be running over two separate weeks:
Week 1: Monday 30th September to Thursday 3rd October
Week 2: Tuesday 8th October to Friday 11th October

Kids Learn to Sail

'TACKERS' is a Learn to Sail program from Kids aged 7-12 years. There are three Levels: Tackers 1, Tackers 2 & Tackers 3.

This program will be offered in the October School Holidays.
There are two booking options (Week 1 or Week 2)

Week 1
Monday 30th Sep -Thursday 3rd Oct
Week 2
Tuesday 8th Oct - Friday 11th Oct

Time: 9.00am to 3.30pm
Fees: Youth Member $390.00 / Non-Member $490 (Become a Youth Member and SAVE)
NSW Active Kids Vouchers now accepted. Voucher codes must be submitted at time of Registration.

Click HERE to register for this event

What to Bring

Hat
Sunglasses
Wetsuit
Shoes
Water bottle
Lunch and snacks

Youth on water Activities

'OutThere' Sailing is an opportunity for 13–17 year old's looking to try something new on the water. The OutThere Sailing program offers a fantastic way to experience sailing, have fun, make new friends and learn exciting and valuable skills that will help you both now and in the future. OutThere Sailing is open to all - you don't have to have sailed before. In most cases you will be on the water from day one as part of a group with an Instructor close at hand. Depending on your location, you could be sailing, windsurfing, stand-up paddleboarding, going on a keelboat or powerboat.

There are two registration fee categories available for this Course:

$390.00^ - RPAYC Youth Members
$490.00 - Non Members

*NSW Active Kids Vouchers now accepted. Voucher codes must be submitted at time of Registration.

Click HERE to register for this event

Adult Learn to Sail

We are still working on a schedule for our Adult Learn to Sail programs. In the meantime we welcome you to send us an 'Expression of Interest' via our online form. This can be found on our Adult Learn to Sail page on the RPAYC website or by clicking HERE.

For this new training season onward, the Alfred's will be using the Australian Sailing 'RevSport' registration system, for all course and program registrations. For each registration made, the 'participant' will be required to enter their Australian Sailing number, so ensure you have this handy.

Upon registering for a course or program, follow the prompts provided to enter the 'participant's' Australian Sailing number. After this you will be sent an email invite to finalise your registration - it is important that the participant's email address is correct in the RevSport system.

The system is very user friendly, however, initially if you experience any difficulties we are happy to assist.

The benefits of using the RevSport system to each user will include, a fast-track registration process (once initially setup), plus a great way to track your progress in sailing, along with a place to store all of your course completion certificates and qualifications online.

Class Training - Term 3 (4 weeks)

Optimist Green Fleet
Laser Green Fleet
Optimist Intermediate Squad

The dates for the programs listed above will include 4 sessions,

Sun 08 Sep, Sun 15 Sep, Sun 22 Sep, Sun 29 Sep

Optimist Green Fleet 9am-12pm - 3hrs ($170.00)
Laser Green Fleet 9am-12pm - 3hrs ($170.00)
Optimist Intermediate Fleet 10am-12pm - 2hrs ($160.00)

Click HERE for more information and to register for this event

Class Training - Term 4 (8 weeks)

Optimist Green Fleet
Laser Green Fleet
Optimist Intermediate Squad

The dates for the programs listed above will include 8 sessions,

Sun 20 Oct, Sun 27 Oct, Sun 3 Nov, Sun 10 Nov,
Sun 17 Nov, Sun 1 Dec, Sun 8 Dec, Sun 15 Dec (*excluding 24 Nov)

Optimist Green Fleet 9am-12pm - 3hrs ($340.00)
Laser Green Fleet 9am-12pm - 3hrs ($340.00)
Optimist Intermediate Fleet 10am-12pm - 2hrs ($320.00)

Click HERE for more information and to register for this event

Expressions Of Interest for the Australian Sailing 'Safety Boat Operator Certificate'

We are currently taking expressions of interest where we will soon be offering the Australian Sailing 'Safety Boat Operator' course, (Step 3 in the AS Powerboat Scheme), here at the Alfred's. Please keep in mind that there are pre-requisites to doing this course (ie, the skills and knowledge gained in Powerboat Handling or equivalent power boating experience).

If you are considering up skilling your ‘Instructor’ qualification to becoming a 'Sailing Coach', or interested in providing effective rescue cover on the race track, this course will suit your needs.

Should we gain sufficient interest, we will be happy to run this course through the club, at minimum cost to you. This is a 2 day course and requires a minimum of 4 people to go ahead.

If you are interested in registering an 'Expression of Interest' for this course please email sailtraining@rpayc.com.au

Become a Dinghy Instructor with Australian Sailing at RPAYC
Register today to gain your qualification!

Assistant Instructor Course - 30th September 2019 Register HERE
Dingy Instructor Course - 30th September to 1st October 2019 R egister HERE

Sea Safety & Survival Course (SSSC)

This intensive two-day course is an essential learning forum for anyone who takes to sea. We deliver up-to-date information and current techniques in an interactive environment with practical exercises. Hosted by Above & Beyond Boating.
$595 (2 day course)
REGISTER HERE

About the Online Radio Course
Our Online Radio Course allows you to learn everything you need to know about using VHF Radios, at your own pace and whenever you like. At the end of this course, you will know how to call for help in an emergency, communicate with other vessels at sea, and understand how to use various safety equipment you may have onboard.

After you have enrolled, we will send your login details. The course takes around 4 hours to complete.

On completion of the course, you will have the opportunity to complete an exam and get your VHF Radio Licence. This will also allow you to apply for an MMSI number for your vessel.
REGISTER HERE