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- Abide by the law;
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School Holiday Program
School Holiday Programs Junior (6-12 yrs) and Youth (13-18 yrs)
Junior Holiday Camps - Tackers
Tackers is an introductory, fun, games-based sailing program designed for kids aged 7 to 12. Kids do not need to have any prior sailing experience. The only requirement is that they must be ready to have fun!! All equipment is provided. In the stunning waters of Middle Harbour, kids are taught how to sail amongst sheltered bays and pristine waters. Using many of the secluded bushland beaches, our team of fully qualified and experienced instructors provide a fun and healthy learning experience that engages and challenges the students.
There are three levels to the Tackers program that your child can progress through:
TACKERS 1 - TACKERS 2 - TACKERS 3
Programs are either delivered as a 4 day holiday program. Kids receive a Tackers 1 kit and a certificate of achievement at the completion of each program.The Tackers program is delivered in small groups by an Australian Sailing qualified Instructor and Assistant Instructors.
Little Tackers is a special experience of Tackers, especially for 5-7 year olds prior to enrolling in a Tackers 1 – Having Fun course. It’s not a prerequisite to Tackers 1 but does give kids the chance to get out on the water and see the types of games and activities that Tackers offers. The Little Tackers includes a 2.5 hour session with a qualified Instructor and Assistant Instructor and a certificate of achievement and costs $40. If kids enjoy the Tackers Intro, Tackers 1 – Having Fun is a great next step.
Tackers 1 – Aimed at providing a fun, safe, and affordable way to get into sailing. Tackers 1 introduces children to the basics of sailing through games on and off the water. This is using the buddy system of 2 kids per boat. On completion of the course all tackers receive a Tackers 1 Certificate, t-shirt, water bottle and a cap
The next level is Tackers 2 – Tricks & Techniques. Aims to build on the fun participants had at Tackers 1, progressing their sailing skills by sailing solo and teaching the basics of all angles of wind and beginner rules so that they can sail a boat on their own with lots of support, supervision and encouragement from the Instructor and Assistant Instructors. On completion of the course, tackers will receive a Tackers 2 Certificate.
The final level of the Tackers program is Tackers 3 – Sailing Fast! Focuses on advancing sailing skills through games and adventures on the water. This includes the start of our junior sailing program and further knowledge of rules, wind and sailing skills. On completion of the course, all tackers will receive Tackers 3 Certificate.
The fun doesn’t stop when kids finish Tackers 3. The Middle Harbour Yacht Club offers a Junior Sailing Program for kids to progress onwards. The Junior Sailing Program is a type of introductory, fun racing where kids learn how to go around a race course with kids of similar ability, where the main focus is on enjoyment.
Upcoming Courses
School Holiday Tackers Programs
Please note that the Youth Sailing Program requries MHYC Youth Membership (2017/2018 Season $99.00) This can be arranged through course registration
Time: 9am – 3.00pm.
Where: Middle Harbour Yacht Club
How much: $395.00 Members - $495.00 Non members (Incl MHYC Membership)
Enrolment: Click the course enrolment button below.
MHYC will once again be running our fantastic Holiday program these School Holidays. The program provides a fun, safe and affordable introduction to sailing and the marine environment. Programs are tailored to age groups and conducted in the safety of Middle Harbour under the supervision of fully qualified instructors. We can give your child the best possible experience!
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Youth Holiday Camps
This program is aimed at getting teens (11 - 18 year olds) into the sport of sailing. MHYC uses a three step process to teach the fundamentals of sailing (including spinnaker and trapeze use), based on the Australian Sailing, Discover Sailing Program. Its a great way to make new friends, adventuring around the Harbour and learning all the aspects to sailing. In this camp, the sailors will be learning on MHYC's Club 420s, which are great fun boats for learning. (photo below)
Junior Sailing Racing
Centreboard Division Racing
Come racing with MHYC Centreboard Division on Sunday Afternoons in the Middle Harbour Sound
Race briefing at 1pm outside the Junior Sailing Office at MHYC
Race starts at 13:30
Racing conducted for Optimist. Cadets and 420's
Notices
Racing Calendar Click Here
Youth Sailing - Terms & Conditions
Risk Acknowledgment Sailing is a high risk sport and is affected by uncontrollable and difficult to predict elements of nature. Possible risks include;
Injury caused by contact with the boat. Possible injuries are not limited to bruises,cuts and scratches. Reflective glare from water causes more rapid sunburn. Due to this, it is recommended that all competitors apply sunscreen before racing and reapply where necessary throughout the event.
Hats and sunglasses are also recommended. There are many unseen risks in the yacht club and beach including oysters, sharp objects, nail or splinters and slippery surfaces. To reduce injury, it is a club requirement that all sailors are wearing enclosed shoes whilst in the clubhouse and its surroundings.
When sailing dinghies with the inshore water, really serious injuries of the type that cause permanent disability or even death are very rare but do occur. As with all water sports, the possibility of drowning is also present. Sailors attention is drawn to RRS 4. Middle Harbour Yacht Club takes all of these risks seriously and has measures in place to reduce potential incidents. However not all the risks can be avoided and sometimes accidents happen.
I acknowledge that this waiver covers activities conducted at Middle Harbour Yacht Club, referred to here as the Club. I understand that participating in any sailing event may involve strenuous activity and I declare that I am physically fit to participate in every aspect of these activities and that I am aware of and accept the risks of participating in this event.
I hereby waive any claims that I may have against Middle Harbour Yacht Club or its officers and agents as a result of any action or omissions on their part in connection with any activity at any time at Middle Harbour Yacht Club.
Media and Personal Information I understand that I or the minor whom I am responsible may be photographed while racing and I hereby give permission for the use of my name or the name of the minor to whom I am responsible to be used in all forms of media for the promotion of the club and event.
I also hereby confirm that all the information provided by me herein is true and correct and if any information changes I will notify Middle Harbour Yacht Club at the earliest point foreseeable.
I agree to be bound by the racing Rules of the ISAF and all other rules that govern this event. I acknowledge that all those taking part in the races do so at their own risk and that none of the Organizing Authority, Middle Harbour Yacht Club, their officials or members are responsible for the seaworthiness of a yacht whose entry is accepted, or for the efficiency or adequacy of its equipment.
Centreboard Club Racing
MHYC has a proud tradition of developing young sailors through a range of programs and racing. Sunday Centreboard Racing provides a fun competitive environment and is part of young sailors developing their skills. MHYC has supported a number of classes to be raced under its banner and that form part of the pathway into its senior yachting. Currently the Optimist class is the focus of centreboard racing at MHYC, but the 420, Flying 11, 29er and other classes are welcome. Racing is conducted on Sundays as scheduled year round.
Race Documents
2023-2024 Series & Casual Race Entry
ONLINE ENTRY
To enter a race or series, you will need a SailSys account. To register, visit www.sailsys.com.au, choose Login and scroll down to Register.
SailSys Help - Adding a New Boat, Adding a Boat Administrator
Notices to Competitors
Results
Dinghy Storage
Limted on-site storage for centreboard dinghies is available at MHYC
Volunteers
MHYC club racing is mostly volunteer run. Competitors are expected to povide a volunteer for at least two race days in each series. If you can spare some time to help volunteer on the start boat or support boats, please let us know by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..