Introduction to Sailing Workshop
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⛵ INTRODUCTION TO SAILING WORKSHOP
Curious about sailing but never had the chance to try it?
Join Soldier On and the Naval Association Sailing Club for a relaxed, family-friendly introduction to the basics of sailing, with everything taking place on dry land for this first session.
• Learn the basics of sailing and boat handling.
• Practice essential knots and rope skills.
• Learn about capsize and vessel-righting procedures, man-overboard recovery and basic marine communication.
• Discover how teamwork and communication help a crew work together.
• Get hands-on with a Corsair 15-foot sailing dinghy while it is safely ashore.
• Take home a sailing skills booklet to reinforce what you have learned.
• Enjoy a sausage sizzle and connect with other members of the Defence community.
Who can attend:
Veterans, serving Defence members and Defence family members.
Children aged 10+ can participate in the workshop. Children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian who remains at the venue.
Younger siblings are welcome to attend with their family but cannot participate in the workshop.
Cost: FREE – proudly hosted by Soldier On.
No previous sailing experience is required.
Participants should wear casual clothing, a hat, sunscreen and practical enclosed footwear. No thongs or bare feet.
We thank the Naval Association Australia - WA and their Sailing Club for hosting this workshop.
Curious about sailing but never had the chance to try it?
Join Soldier On and the Naval Association Sailing Club for a relaxed, family-friendly introduction to the basics of sailing, with everything taking place on dry land for this first session.
• Learn the basics of sailing and boat handling.
• Practice essential knots and rope skills.
• Learn about capsize and vessel-righting procedures, man-overboard recovery and basic marine communication.
• Discover how teamwork and communication help a crew work together.
• Get hands-on with a Corsair 15-foot sailing dinghy while it is safely ashore.
• Take home a sailing skills booklet to reinforce what you have learned.
• Enjoy a sausage sizzle and connect with other members of the Defence community.
Who can attend:
Veterans, serving Defence members and Defence family members.
Children aged 10+ can participate in the workshop. Children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian who remains at the venue.
Younger siblings are welcome to attend with their family but cannot participate in the workshop.
Cost: FREE – proudly hosted by Soldier On.
No previous sailing experience is required.
Participants should wear casual clothing, a hat, sunscreen and practical enclosed footwear. No thongs or bare feet.
We thank the Naval Association Australia - WA and their Sailing Club for hosting this workshop.