As an accredited Australian Sailing Discover Sailing Centre the club offers opportunities and experiences to suit all abilities. Our team of qualified instructors and coaches are dedicated to sharing their knowledge and passion for the sport of sailing.
Royal Brighton Yacht Club has one of the most active sailing calendars in Victoria. With learn to sail courses, powerboat courses, social sailing, racing and volunteer opportunities there are several ways to get on the water. We look forward to welcoming you and showing you how fun, safe, accessible, and affordable sailing is.
Here at RBYC we offer a number of options for adults interested in sailing. Whether you are keen to learn in a dinghy or a keelboat, spend an afternoon or do a course. Discover Sailing courses can lead on to a wide range of sailing and social opportunities at RBYC, both recreational and competitive.
Our Courses
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Dinghy
Dinghy courses are tailored for adults and involve sailing on small exhilarating boats (one, two or three crew vessels).
Dinghies represent an ideal learning platform because thanks to their small size participants are safe and in full control of all sailing aspects. In more experienced hands though dinghies become action-packed boats suitable for sailors looking for a thrilling sail
All dinghy courses are run over 4 consecutive Saturdays
Dates
Start Sailing L1: Learn the fundamental skills of sailing a dinghy
Start Sailing L2: Continue to learn the fundamental skills of sailing a dinghy, on your own
Better Sailing L3: Sail in faster winds, whilst using a trapeze and a spinnaker
Dates
October: 12th – 26th
November: 2nd – 16th
December: 7th – 21st
Keelboat
Keelboat courses use sailing boats up to 10m long which allow participants to learn to sail on stable yet responsive vessels. The crew is comprised of several sailors so all participants can experience and master all roles on board. Teamwork is essential and allows for participants of all fitness levels to learn to sail. These vessels are called Sport Keelboats for a reason though, more experienced crews will soon find out that these vessels are no snail!
Details & Bookings
Learn the basics of sailing on a keelboat (no prior sailing required)
Dates
14th & 28th
October:
12th & 19, 13th & 20th
2nd & 9th, 3rd & 10th, 16th & 17th
7th & 14th, 8th & 15th, 21st & 22nd
Learn to use a symmetrical spinnaker. (Must have sound knowledge of crewing on keel boats but no spinnaker experience needed)
Dates
26th or 27th
23rd or 24th
28th or 29th
Develop your theory and practical skills of helming (Must have Start Crewing or equivalent experience
Dates
Frequently asked questions
Is it safe?
Safety is the top priority at RBYC. The club provides all the safety equipment needed and all instructors maintain current qualifications and certificates dictated by Australian Sailing and RBYC, including first aid training and working with children checks.
Do I need to be a member of the club?
You do not need to be a member of a club to take part in one of our adult courses
Do I need a boat?
All boats are provided by RBYC
What do I need to bring?
All the safety equipment is provided by the club. In addition you will need:
– Clothes & shoes (including change) – wear ones you don’t mind getting wet and will keep you warm on cold days
– Towel
– Drink bottle
– Hat
– Sunscreen