BGS+ Learn to Sail

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BGS+ Learn to Sail

Term 4 Bookings

Be part of our BGS+ Learn to Sail program, an introductory course for those keen to experience and learn to sail. Offered to boys aged 9 – 12 years, (Years 4, 5 and 6) this course involves a combination of on- and off-water educational games and is focused on fun, safety and teaching children how to sail in a comfortable environment. Previous experience in sailing is not essential.

Designed in partnership with Royal Brighton Yacht Club, BGS+ Learn to Sail will be run by qualified development coaches and will cater for diverse abilities and interests. Competent sailors themselves, our coaches are experienced and enthusiastic instructors.

This program aims to develop teamwork, communication and an understanding of the outdoors in a water-based environment. Upon completion of the program, each participant will be accredited with a nationally recognised qualification from Australian Sailing.

Be part of our Learn to Sail program, an introductory course for those keen to experience and learn to sail. Offered to boys aged 9 – 12 years, this course involves a combination of on- and off-water educational games and is focused on fun, safety and teaching children how to sail in a comfortable environment. Previous experience in sailing is not essential.

Term 4 Dates: Tuesday 7 October – Tuesday 18 November

Note: Session will not run Tuesday 4 November due to Cup Day

Students are taken straight from school by coaches and are to be picked up at RBYC. 

Boys will be accompanied to RBYC after school. Pick-up at 5.30pm from the RBYC sailing yard. 

Term Entry: $450 

Term 4 Bookings

FAQs

  • How do I join BGS+ Sailing Tackers?

    Registrations will be available via Trybooking.

     
  • What does a session look like?

    This course involves a combination of on- and off-water educational games and is focused on fun, safety and teaching children how to sail in a comfortable environment.

    All activities will exhibit the core values of Brighton Grammar School: Passion, Accountability, Integrity and Respect.

  • What does my child need to bring to the lesson?

    Participants will need to bring:

    • Wetsuit
    • Enclosed footwear (preferably sailing boots but old runners suffice)
    • Hat
    • Towel

    All sailing equipment, including safety items such as PFD, will be supplied by the RBYC.

    Your child should wear active and weather-appropriate clothing. Hats and shoes (an old pair of shoes is ideal) are mandatory; water and wind-proof layers should be worn at one’s discretion. Sunglasses are worth considering as well.

  • Where will the sessions take place?

    Royal Brighton Yacht Club – 253 Esplanade, Brighton.

    Classes will be facilitated predominantly on the rigging lawn. However, the Jock Sturrock Centre may be utilised for storage of personal belongings and some indoor learning (pending capacity limits).

    RBYC website

    RBYC location

  • Where do I drop off and collect my son?

    At 3.20pm boys will be accompanied from the Junior School (Red Square shade sails) to RBYC. 

    At the conclusion of the session, at about 5.30pm, your son will be ready for pick-up from the RBYC Jock Sturrock Centre (beachside of the Club). 

     

  • What if there is unfavourable weather (rain, lightning etc.)?

    This program follows the Australian Sailing curriculum, with a variety of topics that need to be taught. Should the weather conditions be unsuitable for on-water learning, the instructors are qualified to facilitate games and activities on the shore that will still achieve the learning outcomes. RBYC has multiple safe indoor learning spaces to utilise for tackers’ groups.

  • Do you offer programs for older or younger kids / holiday programs?

    BGS+ Learn to Sail is a program for 9-12 year olds only. 

    Royal Brighton Yacht Club offers a range of programs for both younger and older kids, as well as holiday programs for all ages.

    Please contact the Club for additional information regarding age-appropriate programs. 

    (03) 9592 3092

    discoversailing@rbyc.org.au

    https://rbyc.org.au/

  • Do you offer private lessons?

    This program does not currently accommodate for private lessons. However, Royal Brighton Yacht Club does.

    Please contact the office (03) 9592 3092 or email otb@rbyc.org.au for enquiries.

  • Can I sign up my child midterm?

    Enrolment will only be accepted for the full duration of the program each term. No mid term enrolments will be accepted.

  • Will make-up sessions be available?

    There will be no make-up sessions.

Cancellations

Cancellations will be accepted within 7 days from the invoice issue date each term. Withdrawals outside of this timeframe will incur an administration fee of $50.

Other Questions?

Contact Us:
(03) 8591 2240
bgsplus@brightongrammar.vic.edu.au

Office Hours:
Monday – Friday 10:00am-3:00pm

 

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