october 2023
Equipment Auditor - Club LevelOnline courseYear Around Event (2023) Book Now
Event Details
BYS keelboat sailors are encouraged to become Club Equipment Auditors to assist with auditing our keelboat fleet. Please let the Sailing Office know you’ve completed your training, we’d love your
Event Details
BYS keelboat sailors are encouraged to become Club Equipment Auditors to assist with auditing our keelboat fleet. Please let the Sailing Office know you’ve completed your training, we’d love your assistance each season.
Course Overview
The Club Equipment Auditor (CEA) online course is a free safety service provided to help ensure safety standards are consistently met through equipment compliance.
The CEA online course reviews:
- The Cat 3-7 auditing forms.
- All Category-specific updates to the Special Regulations.
- Procedures to be utilised whilst auditing.
- Where to obtain specific auditing information from the Racing Rules of Sailing and Special Regulations.
Who should do this course?
This course is for anyone interested in assisting clubs with providing a safety service for sailing racing. Those who may be interested in becoming a CEA include club and local volunteers, and current and former club sailors who no longer actively participate in the sport.
Course Registration and Outcome
Registration in the Canopi platform will also be required to complete this course. First-time users will need to register and enrol in Canopi before being able to access the course. Both registration and enrollment to this course are free of charge and can be accessed through the following link:
You can register for this course via the CLUB EQUIPMENT AUDITOR LINK
Once enrolled, learning may be completed at your own pace. Logging in and out of the course is possible with the ability to save your completed work each time you study.
Upon completion of all course modules, you will be processed by Australian Sailing and registered in the national database as a Club Equipment Auditor. This qualification will be visible on your MySailor profile.
Time
Year Around Event (2023)
Judge - Protest Committee MemberOnline Year Around Event (2023) Book Now
Event Details
All BYS volunteers are encouraged to attend Club Race Officer training delivered by Australians Sailing. You will gain your Club Race Officer qualification. The Protest Committee Member online course focuses on
Event Details
All BYS volunteers are encouraged to attend Club Race Officer training delivered by Australians Sailing. You will gain your Club Race Officer qualification.
The Protest Committee Member online course focuses on the basics to conduct consistent and fair protest hearings at a club level. This entry-level course equips new Judges to be valued members of a club or regatta level Protest Committee. It is suitable for club volunteers looking to gain knowledge about the racing rules as they apply to protest procedures.
Australian Sailing is eager to see clubs and individuals use this free education to bolster the knowledge and skills of Race Officials around the country. The Online Course may be used by clubs in combination with in-house practical training for effective learning.
It is recommended you read and become familiar with the Racing Rules of Sailing. General knowledge of the rules will be essential to efficiently complete the course.
Registration in the Canopi platform will also be required to complete this course. First-time users will need to register and enrol in Canopi before being able to access the course. Both registration and enrollment to this course are free of charge and can be accessed through the following link:
You can register for this course via the PROTEST COMMITTEE MEMBER ONLINE COURSE LINK
Once enrolled, learning may be completed at your own pace. Logging in and out of the course is possible with the ability to save your completed work each time you study.
Upon completion of all course modules, you will be processed by Australian Sailing and registered in the national database as a Protest Committee Member. This qualification will be visible on your MySailor profile.
If you have any further queries regarding the online Protest Committee Member course, please contact Australian Sailing via officials@sailing.org.au .
Time
Year Around Event (2023)
Mark LayerOnline Year Around Event (2023) Book Now
Event Details
All BYS volunteers are encouraged to complete the “Race Officer – Mark Layer” online training delivered by Australians Sailing. Australian Sailing has developed an online Mark Layer course for the education and
Event Details
All BYS volunteers are encouraged to complete the “Race Officer – Mark Layer” online training delivered by Australians Sailing.
Australian Sailing has developed an online Mark Layer course for the education and accreditation of its members.
The development of the course stemmed from a need for accessible information with regard to the correct procedures for laying marks and setting a race course. It is suitable for club volunteers looking to gain knowledge about mark laying at the grassroots level through to mark laying for regattas.
Australian Sailing is eager to see clubs and individuals use this free education to bolster the knowledge and skills of Race Officials around the country. The Online Course may be used by clubs in combination with in-house practical training for effective learning.
It is recommended you read and become familiar with the Racing Rules of Sailing . A general knowledge of the rules will be essential to efficiently completing the course.
Registration in the Canopi platform will also be required to complete this course. First time users will need to register and enroll in Canopi before being able to access the course. Both registration and enrollment to this course are free of charge and can be accessed through the following link:
You can register for this course via the RACE OFFICER – MARK LAYER ONLINE COURSE LINK
Once enrolled, learning may be completed at your own pace. Logging in and out of the course is possible with the ability to save your completed work each time you study.
Upon completion of all course modules you will be processed by Australian Sailing and registered in the national database as a Race Officer – Mark Layer. This qualification will be visible on your MySailor profile.
If you have any further queries regarding the online Race Officer – Mark Layer course, please contact Australian Sailing via officials@sailing.org.au .
Time
Year Around Event (2023)
Event Details
Commodore Martin Kudnig & the Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron Committee are pleased to invite you to the 72nd Season Opening Day. Please join us for the official opening of the season followed
Event Details
Commodore Martin Kudnig & the Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron Committee are pleased to invite you to the 72nd Season Opening Day.
Please join us for the official opening of the season followed by lunch and afternoon racing.
12.00pm Opening Ceremony
2.30pm Racing
Followed by the annual Commodore’s Cocktail Party!
Time
All Day (Saturday)
Location
Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron
2900 Point Nepean Rd
sat07oct7:00 pmCommodore's Cocktail PartyMembers and Members Partner Events7:00 pm BOOK NOW
Event Details
Commodore Martin Kudnig invites you to celebrate the beginning of the 2023 – 2024 season in style at the Commodore’s Cocktail Party in the Southern Waters Room. Saturday 7 October, 7
Event Details
Commodore Martin Kudnig invites you to celebrate the beginning of the 2023 – 2024 season in style at the Commodore’s Cocktail Party in the Southern Waters Room.
Saturday 7 October, 7 pm – midnight.
Featuring a delicious selection of grazing stations, fork & talk meals and a dessert station.
Drinks included between 7 – 8 pm (house beer, wine and soft drink only, one drink per person at a time).
Live music – dress to impress with a splash of white and navy!
Adults $45 per person, tickets available until sold out.
Bookings >>> https://www.trybooking.com/CKMXV
Time
(Saturday) 7:00 pm
Location
Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron
2900 Point Nepean Rd
Event Details
Dates & Times Saturday 14th October 2023, 9 am – 12 pm Saturday 28th October 2023, 9 am – 12 pm Saturday 4th November 2023, 9 am – 12 pm BYS SheSails
Event Details
Dates & Times
Saturday 14th October 2023, 9 am – 12 pm
Saturday 28th October 2023, 9 am – 12 pm
Saturday 4th November 2023, 9 am – 12 pm
BYS SheSails is a women’s sailing program offering a safe space for women to become comfortable and confident on the water while socialising and meeting new like-minded friends.
SheSails – Start Crewing 3-day course is the first on the sailing pathway, introducing you to the basics of sailing on a small keelboat, and includes boat handling, safety and sailing theory. You will learn basic sailing terminology and rules, basic knots, tacking and gybing as well as (wo)man overboard recovery.
Once you have completed SheSails Start Crewing, next on your sailing pathway is SheSails – Start Helming.
Make sure you check out the SheSails – Start Skippering too.
Women of all ages over 16 years are welcome! Bring clothing suitable for weather conditions on the day (e.g. a water-resistant jacket, warm comfortable clothing that allows ease of movement and a pair of enclosed shoes (like sandshoes/joggers/reef shoes). A towel, water bottle, hat, and sunglasses are advised. We will supply a lifejacket.
Cost
$380 (non-member price)
$350 (member price)
Course Overview
The first step on the Keelboat pathway introduces you to the basics of sailing on a small keelboat, including boat handling, safety and sailing theory.
Course Prerequisites
Water confident.
Who should do this course?
This course is designed for participants who wish to begin sailing in a keelboat. Learn the basics, whilst staying relatively dry! All the equipment and gear will be provided by BYS, your accredited Discover Sailing Centre.
Course Outcome
You will gain your Start Crewing completion certificate.
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am
Location
Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron
2900 Point Nepean Rd
Event Details
The Skippers and Crews Season Briefing is a chance to share your ideas and suggestions for the coming season. All BYS skippers and crews, and members wanting to get more
Event Details
The Skippers and Crews Season Briefing is a chance to share your ideas and suggestions for the coming season. All BYS skippers and crews, and members wanting to get more involved with keelboat sailing are encouraged to attend. Growing the keelboat fleet and the number of keelboat sailors is a key goal – how can you help more people get on the water, and how can we attract new keelboat owners? We’ll also share upcoming racing, regatta and volunteer training opportunities.
Please register your attendance on the link provided
Time
(Saturday) 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Location
Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron
2900 Point Nepean Rd
november 2023
Equipment Auditor - Club LevelOnline courseYear Around Event (2023) Book Now
Event Details
BYS keelboat sailors are encouraged to become Club Equipment Auditors to assist with auditing our keelboat fleet. Please let the Sailing Office know you’ve completed your training, we’d love your
Event Details
BYS keelboat sailors are encouraged to become Club Equipment Auditors to assist with auditing our keelboat fleet. Please let the Sailing Office know you’ve completed your training, we’d love your assistance each season.
Course Overview
The Club Equipment Auditor (CEA) online course is a free safety service provided to help ensure safety standards are consistently met through equipment compliance.
The CEA online course reviews:
- The Cat 3-7 auditing forms.
- All Category-specific updates to the Special Regulations.
- Procedures to be utilised whilst auditing.
- Where to obtain specific auditing information from the Racing Rules of Sailing and Special Regulations.
Who should do this course?
This course is for anyone interested in assisting clubs with providing a safety service for sailing racing. Those who may be interested in becoming a CEA include club and local volunteers, and current and former club sailors who no longer actively participate in the sport.
Course Registration and Outcome
Registration in the Canopi platform will also be required to complete this course. First-time users will need to register and enrol in Canopi before being able to access the course. Both registration and enrollment to this course are free of charge and can be accessed through the following link:
You can register for this course via the CLUB EQUIPMENT AUDITOR LINK
Once enrolled, learning may be completed at your own pace. Logging in and out of the course is possible with the ability to save your completed work each time you study.
Upon completion of all course modules, you will be processed by Australian Sailing and registered in the national database as a Club Equipment Auditor. This qualification will be visible on your MySailor profile.
Time
Year Around Event (2023)
Judge - Protest Committee MemberOnline Year Around Event (2023) Book Now
Event Details
All BYS volunteers are encouraged to attend Club Race Officer training delivered by Australians Sailing. You will gain your Club Race Officer qualification. The Protest Committee Member online course focuses on
Event Details
All BYS volunteers are encouraged to attend Club Race Officer training delivered by Australians Sailing. You will gain your Club Race Officer qualification.
The Protest Committee Member online course focuses on the basics to conduct consistent and fair protest hearings at a club level. This entry-level course equips new Judges to be valued members of a club or regatta level Protest Committee. It is suitable for club volunteers looking to gain knowledge about the racing rules as they apply to protest procedures.
Australian Sailing is eager to see clubs and individuals use this free education to bolster the knowledge and skills of Race Officials around the country. The Online Course may be used by clubs in combination with in-house practical training for effective learning.
It is recommended you read and become familiar with the Racing Rules of Sailing. General knowledge of the rules will be essential to efficiently complete the course.
Registration in the Canopi platform will also be required to complete this course. First-time users will need to register and enrol in Canopi before being able to access the course. Both registration and enrollment to this course are free of charge and can be accessed through the following link:
You can register for this course via the PROTEST COMMITTEE MEMBER ONLINE COURSE LINK
Once enrolled, learning may be completed at your own pace. Logging in and out of the course is possible with the ability to save your completed work each time you study.
Upon completion of all course modules, you will be processed by Australian Sailing and registered in the national database as a Protest Committee Member. This qualification will be visible on your MySailor profile.
If you have any further queries regarding the online Protest Committee Member course, please contact Australian Sailing via officials@sailing.org.au .
Time
Year Around Event (2023)
Mark LayerOnline Year Around Event (2023) Book Now
Event Details
All BYS volunteers are encouraged to complete the “Race Officer – Mark Layer” online training delivered by Australians Sailing. Australian Sailing has developed an online Mark Layer course for the education and
Event Details
All BYS volunteers are encouraged to complete the “Race Officer – Mark Layer” online training delivered by Australians Sailing.
Australian Sailing has developed an online Mark Layer course for the education and accreditation of its members.
The development of the course stemmed from a need for accessible information with regard to the correct procedures for laying marks and setting a race course. It is suitable for club volunteers looking to gain knowledge about mark laying at the grassroots level through to mark laying for regattas.
Australian Sailing is eager to see clubs and individuals use this free education to bolster the knowledge and skills of Race Officials around the country. The Online Course may be used by clubs in combination with in-house practical training for effective learning.
It is recommended you read and become familiar with the Racing Rules of Sailing . A general knowledge of the rules will be essential to efficiently completing the course.
Registration in the Canopi platform will also be required to complete this course. First time users will need to register and enroll in Canopi before being able to access the course. Both registration and enrollment to this course are free of charge and can be accessed through the following link:
You can register for this course via the RACE OFFICER – MARK LAYER ONLINE COURSE LINK
Once enrolled, learning may be completed at your own pace. Logging in and out of the course is possible with the ability to save your completed work each time you study.
Upon completion of all course modules you will be processed by Australian Sailing and registered in the national database as a Race Officer – Mark Layer. This qualification will be visible on your MySailor profile.
If you have any further queries regarding the online Race Officer – Mark Layer course, please contact Australian Sailing via officials@sailing.org.au .
Time
Year Around Event (2023)
Event Details
Dates & Time Friday 3rd November 2023, 4.30 pm – 7 pm Friday 10th November 2023, 4.30 pm – 7 pm Friday 24th November 2023, 4.30 pm – 7 pm Friday 1st December 2023,
Event Details
Dates & Time
Friday 3rd November 2023, 4.30 pm – 7 pm
Friday 10th November 2023, 4.30 pm – 7 pm
Friday 24th November 2023, 4.30 pm – 7 pm
Friday 1st December 2023, 4.30 pm – 7 pm
Friday 8th December 2023, 4.30 pm – 7 pm
Friday 15th December 2023, 4.30 pm – 7 pm
Friday 22nd December 2023, 4.30 pm – 7 pm
Keelboat Racing Experience Series
This event is open to BYS members only.
Join alongside our Niras Twilight Sternchaser Series running every Friday evening at 4:30pm-7:00pm starting Friday 3rd November 2023 through to Friday 22nd December 2023. This series involves being apart of a regular crew that includes rigging, skills focused trainings, racing and boat pack up, all supported by one of our sailing coaches. The aim of this series is to progressively join in the club racing when crew opportunities arise.
Please keep in mind this course is designed for those who have completed either Start Crewing or Start Helming (or have equivalent experience).
Cost
$400
This price is reflective of the expectation that we may only get in 6 of the 7 scheduled races (due to unfavourable weather). Any more than 6 you can consider a bonus!
Session Overview
These sessions involve full rigging and pack up as any regular crews would be expected to do. Overseen by one of our sailing coaches, you will have the chance to refine your racing skills and progress towards becoming a regular racing member!
Course Prerequisites
Start Crewing or Start Helming (or equivalent experience).
Who should do this course?
This is perfect for anyone who would like a taste of what our club racing is like and is looking to progress into becoming regularly involved!
Time
(Friday) 4:30 pm
Location
Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron
2900 Point Nepean Rd
sun05nov9:00 amJunior Sail Training Season 23/24Season 2023-249:00 am Book Now
Event Details
BYS JUNIOR SAILING TRAINING SEASON: 5 Nov 2023 – 11 Feb 2024. BYS Member Price: $400* Non BYS Member Price: $550* *Note there is an additional AS fee of $20 The BYS
Event Details
BYS JUNIOR SAILING TRAINING SEASON: 5 Nov 2023 – 11 Feb 2024.
BYS Member Price: $400*
Non BYS Member Price: $550*
*Note there is an additional AS fee of $20
The BYS Junior Sail Training program progressively follows the Australian Sailing Pathways – Steps 1 through to 3, and includes Start Sailing, Better Sailing and Start Racing.
Our program is designed to provide a safe and fun introduction to sailing that’s inclusive to all children aged between 7 and 12 years.
Individuals in our Junior Sail Training program belong to 1 of the 5 different groups to cater for their skill level, confidence and experience out on the water. The groups progress in the following order from beginners to our most experienced sailors: Green Group, White Group, Orange Group, Purple Group and Blue Group.
Despite our separate groups, we have whole group briefings and warm ups at the start of each session, and employ a buddy system to ensure that our most beginner sailors interact with and learn from our experienced juniors. This contributes to the Team BYS atmosphere that all of our participants and parents/guardians are a part of.
Time
(Sunday) 9:00 am
Location
Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron
2900 Point Nepean Rd
sun05nov10:00 amYouth Sail Training - Racing Squad Season 23/34Season 2023-2410:00 am Book Now
Event Details
BYS Youth Racing Squad Season: Sunday 5 November 2023 – Sunday 11 February 2024. BYS Members price: $400 Non BYS Members price: $550 The BYS Youth Racing Squad is designed for youth
Event Details
BYS Youth Racing Squad Season: Sunday 5 November 2023 – Sunday 11 February 2024.
BYS Members price: $400
Non BYS Members price: $550
The BYS Youth Racing Squad is designed for youth sailors aged 12-17 who have progressed through the BYS Junior Sail Training program or a similar pathway at another club, and who are looking to further develop their boat-handling and racing skills in a new class of boat. Participants require their own personal boat, with majority of our squad using Lasers, Sabres or Aeros, however two-handed dinghies such as 420s are also welcome.
This program has a special focus on acquiring the skills needed to compete in racing, and all our youth sailors are strongly encouraged to engage in BYS club racing, as well as participate in regattas held throughout the season.
Time
(Sunday) 10:00 am
Location
Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron
2900 Point Nepean Rd
Event Details
Dates & Times Saturday 11th November 2023, 9 am – 12 pm Saturday 18th November 2023, 9 am – 12 pm Saturday 25th November 2023, 9 am – 12 pm Dinghies are small sailing
Event Details
Dates & Times
Saturday 11th November 2023, 9 am – 12 pm
Saturday 18th November 2023, 9 am – 12 pm
Saturday 25th November 2023, 9 am – 12 pm
Dinghies are small sailing boats and a great way to get into sailing. Sailing a dinghy can be fun and exhilarating and the Dinghy Program has been developed to provide a safe introduction to dinghy sailing.
In your SheSails Learn to Sail – Dinghy Course, you will learn the fundamental skills of sailing and are introduced to the fun of dinghy sailing in a safe and supportive environment while covering the basic equipment, sailing terminology, boat launching and recovery, and capsizing recovery in shallow & deep water, basic sailing rules and theory. You will also use the knowledge and skills gained to sail a triangular course!
Cost
$380 (non-member price)
$350 (member price)
Course Overview
This course introduces participants to dinghy sailing and its fundamental skills so they learn terminology and equipment and practice launching and returning to shore and capsize recovery.
Course Prerequisites
Water confident.
Who should do this course?
This course is designed for participants who wish to begin sailing in a dinghy. All the equipment and gear will be provided by your accredited Discover Sailing Centre.
Course Outcome
You will gain your Start Sailing 1 completion certificate.
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am
Location
Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron
2900 Point Nepean Rd
Event Details
CRUISE Depart BYS around 11 am and cruise to Queenscliff Cruising Yacht Club, meeting the racing fleet. Join us for a BBQ, cooked by our volunteers at QCYC. Your BBQ lunch will need
Event Details
CRUISE
Depart BYS around 11 am and cruise to Queenscliff Cruising Yacht Club, meeting the racing fleet.
Join us for a BBQ, cooked by our volunteers at QCYC.
Your BBQ lunch will need to be purchased – a TryBooking link will be provided shortly.
Lunch bookings open until sold out!!!!
Time
(Saturday) 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location
Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron
2900 Point Nepean Rd
Event Details
Keelboat Start Crewing Date & Time Sunday 26th November 2023, 9am-12pm Sunday 3rd December 2023, 9am-12pm Sunday 17th December 2023, 9am-12pm Keelboat Start Crewing is the first step on the keelboat sailing pathway
Event Details
Keelboat Start Crewing
Date & Time
Sunday 26th November 2023, 9am-12pm
Sunday 3rd December 2023, 9am-12pm
Sunday 17th December 2023, 9am-12pm
Keelboat Start Crewing is the first step on the keelboat sailing pathway that introduces you to the basics of sailing on a small keelboat. The Keelboat Start Crewing course includes boat handling, safety and sailing theory, by covering basic sailing terminology and rules, basic knots, tacking and gybing and man overboard recovery.
All this
- Hat and sunscreen
Lifejackets and sailing equipment are provided.
Cost
$380 (non-member price)
$350 (member price)
Course Overview
The first step on the Keelboat pathway introduces you to the basics of sailing on a small keelboat, including boat handling, safety and sailing theory.
Course Prerequisites
Water confident.
Who should do this course?
This course is designed for participants who wish to begin sailing in a keelboat. Learn the basics, whilst staying relatively dry! All the equipment and gear will be provided by your accredited Discover Sailing Centre.
Course Outcome
You will gain your Start Crewing completion certificate.
Once you have completed Keelboat Start Crewing, the next course on the Keelboat Sailing Pathway is Keelboat – Start Helming!
Please bring with you:
- Jacket to keep you warm
- Refillable drink/water bottle
Time
(Sunday) 9:00 am
Location
Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron
2900 Point Nepean Rd
december 2023
Equipment Auditor - Club LevelOnline courseYear Around Event (2023) Book Now
Event Details
BYS keelboat sailors are encouraged to become Club Equipment Auditors to assist with auditing our keelboat fleet. Please let the Sailing Office know you’ve completed your training, we’d love your
Event Details
BYS keelboat sailors are encouraged to become Club Equipment Auditors to assist with auditing our keelboat fleet. Please let the Sailing Office know you’ve completed your training, we’d love your assistance each season.
Course Overview
The Club Equipment Auditor (CEA) online course is a free safety service provided to help ensure safety standards are consistently met through equipment compliance.
The CEA online course reviews:
- The Cat 3-7 auditing forms.
- All Category-specific updates to the Special Regulations.
- Procedures to be utilised whilst auditing.
- Where to obtain specific auditing information from the Racing Rules of Sailing and Special Regulations.
Who should do this course?
This course is for anyone interested in assisting clubs with providing a safety service for sailing racing. Those who may be interested in becoming a CEA include club and local volunteers, and current and former club sailors who no longer actively participate in the sport.
Course Registration and Outcome
Registration in the Canopi platform will also be required to complete this course. First-time users will need to register and enrol in Canopi before being able to access the course. Both registration and enrollment to this course are free of charge and can be accessed through the following link:
You can register for this course via the CLUB EQUIPMENT AUDITOR LINK
Once enrolled, learning may be completed at your own pace. Logging in and out of the course is possible with the ability to save your completed work each time you study.
Upon completion of all course modules, you will be processed by Australian Sailing and registered in the national database as a Club Equipment Auditor. This qualification will be visible on your MySailor profile.
Time
Year Around Event (2023)
Judge - Protest Committee MemberOnline Year Around Event (2023) Book Now
Event Details
All BYS volunteers are encouraged to attend Club Race Officer training delivered by Australians Sailing. You will gain your Club Race Officer qualification. The Protest Committee Member online course focuses on
Event Details
All BYS volunteers are encouraged to attend Club Race Officer training delivered by Australians Sailing. You will gain your Club Race Officer qualification.
The Protest Committee Member online course focuses on the basics to conduct consistent and fair protest hearings at a club level. This entry-level course equips new Judges to be valued members of a club or regatta level Protest Committee. It is suitable for club volunteers looking to gain knowledge about the racing rules as they apply to protest procedures.
Australian Sailing is eager to see clubs and individuals use this free education to bolster the knowledge and skills of Race Officials around the country. The Online Course may be used by clubs in combination with in-house practical training for effective learning.
It is recommended you read and become familiar with the Racing Rules of Sailing. General knowledge of the rules will be essential to efficiently complete the course.
Registration in the Canopi platform will also be required to complete this course. First-time users will need to register and enrol in Canopi before being able to access the course. Both registration and enrollment to this course are free of charge and can be accessed through the following link:
You can register for this course via the PROTEST COMMITTEE MEMBER ONLINE COURSE LINK
Once enrolled, learning may be completed at your own pace. Logging in and out of the course is possible with the ability to save your completed work each time you study.
Upon completion of all course modules, you will be processed by Australian Sailing and registered in the national database as a Protest Committee Member. This qualification will be visible on your MySailor profile.
If you have any further queries regarding the online Protest Committee Member course, please contact Australian Sailing via officials@sailing.org.au .
Time
Year Around Event (2023)
Mark LayerOnline Year Around Event (2023) Book Now
Event Details
All BYS volunteers are encouraged to complete the “Race Officer – Mark Layer” online training delivered by Australians Sailing. Australian Sailing has developed an online Mark Layer course for the education and
Event Details
All BYS volunteers are encouraged to complete the “Race Officer – Mark Layer” online training delivered by Australians Sailing.
Australian Sailing has developed an online Mark Layer course for the education and accreditation of its members.
The development of the course stemmed from a need for accessible information with regard to the correct procedures for laying marks and setting a race course. It is suitable for club volunteers looking to gain knowledge about mark laying at the grassroots level through to mark laying for regattas.
Australian Sailing is eager to see clubs and individuals use this free education to bolster the knowledge and skills of Race Officials around the country. The Online Course may be used by clubs in combination with in-house practical training for effective learning.
It is recommended you read and become familiar with the Racing Rules of Sailing . A general knowledge of the rules will be essential to efficiently completing the course.
Registration in the Canopi platform will also be required to complete this course. First time users will need to register and enroll in Canopi before being able to access the course. Both registration and enrollment to this course are free of charge and can be accessed through the following link:
You can register for this course via the RACE OFFICER – MARK LAYER ONLINE COURSE LINK
Once enrolled, learning may be completed at your own pace. Logging in and out of the course is possible with the ability to save your completed work each time you study.
Upon completion of all course modules you will be processed by Australian Sailing and registered in the national database as a Race Officer – Mark Layer. This qualification will be visible on your MySailor profile.
If you have any further queries regarding the online Race Officer – Mark Layer course, please contact Australian Sailing via officials@sailing.org.au .
Time
Year Around Event (2023)
Event Details
Dates & Times Saturday 2nd December 2023, 9 am – 12 pm Saturday 16th December 2023, 9 am – 12 pm Saturday 23rd December 2023, 9 am – 12 pm BYS SheSails
Event Details
Dates & Times
Saturday 2nd December 2023, 9 am – 12 pm
Saturday 16th December 2023, 9 am – 12 pm
Saturday 23rd December 2023, 9 am – 12 pm
BYS SheSails is a women’s sailing program offering a safe space for women to become comfortable and confident on the water while socialising and meeting new like-minded friends.
SheSails – Start Crewing 3-day course is the first on the sailing pathway, introducing you to the basics of sailing on a small keelboat, and includes boat handling, safety and sailing theory. You will learn basic sailing terminology and rules, basic knots, tacking and gybing as well as (wo)man overboard recovery.
Once you have completed SheSails Start Crewing, next on your sailing pathway is SheSails – Start Helming.
Make sure you check out the SheSails – Start Skippering too.
Women of all ages over 16 years are welcome! Bring clothing suitable for weather conditions on the day (e.g. a water-resistant jacket, warm comfortable clothing that allows ease of movement and a pair of enclosed shoes (like sandshoes/joggers/reef shoes). A towel, water bottle, hat, and sunglasses are advised. We will supply a lifejacket.
Cost
$380 (non-member price)
$350 (member price)
Course Overview
The first step on the Keelboat pathway introduces you to the basics of sailing on a small keelboat, including boat handling, safety and sailing theory.
Course Prerequisites
Water confident.
Who should do this course?
This course is designed for participants who wish to begin sailing in a keelboat. Learn the basics, whilst staying relatively dry! All the equipment and gear will be provided by BYS, your accredited Discover Sailing Centre.
Course Outcome
You will gain your Start Crewing completion certificate.
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am
Location
Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron
2900 Point Nepean Rd
Event Details
Dates & Times Saturday 2nd December 2023, 9 am – 12 pm Saturday 16th December 2023, 9 am – 12 pm Saturday 23rd December 2023, 9 am – 12 pm Dinghies are
Event Details
Dates & Times
Saturday 2nd December 2023, 9 am – 12 pm
Saturday 16th December 2023, 9 am – 12 pm
Saturday 23rd December 2023, 9 am – 12 pm
Dinghies are small sailing boats and a great way to get into sailing. Sailing a dinghy can be fun and exhilarating and the Dinghy Program has been developed to provide a safe introduction to dinghy sailing.
In your Adult Learn to Sail – Dinghy Course, you will learn the fundamental skills of sailing and are introduced to the fun of dinghy sailing in a safe and supportive environment while covering the basic equipment, sailing terminology, boat launching and recovery, and capsizing recovery in shallow & deep water, basic sailing rules and theory. You will also use the knowledge and skills gained to sail a triangular course!
Cost
$380 (non-member price)
$350 (member price)
Course Overview
This course introduces participants to dinghy sailing and its fundamental skills so they learn terminology and equipment and practice launching and returning to shore and capsize recovery.
Course Prerequisites
Start Sailing 1 or equivalent experience.
Who should do this course?
This course is designed for participants who wish to begin sailing in a dinghy. All the equipment and gear will be provided by your accredited Discover Sailing Centre.
Course Outcome
You will gain your Start Sailing 2 completion certificate.
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am
Location
Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron
2900 Point Nepean Rd
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Event Details
Dates & Times Wednesday 27th December 2023, 9am – 2pm Thursday 28th December 2023, 9am – 2pm Friday 29th December 2023, 9am – 2pm Tackers Sailing Pathway The Tackers Sailing Pathway is a
Event Details
Dates & Times
Wednesday 27th December 2023, 9am – 2pm
Thursday 28th December 2023, 9am – 2pm
Friday 29th December 2023, 9am – 2pm
Tackers Sailing Pathway
The Tackers Sailing Pathway is a fun introductory, games-based sailing program designed for kids aged 7-12 years. Kids don’t need to have any sailing experience or club membership to participate.
All equipment, including the boats and lifejackets, are provided. The Tackers Sailing Pathway program has 3 levels, each allowing participants to achieve new skills and progress.
Tackers 1 is all about having fun! It’s a great way to introduce kids to sailing and the feeling of being on the water in a boat. Tackers is the perfect opportunity to meet new friends as kids sail in pairs in the boats, and also have the chance to sail with others in their group.
Every Tackers registration receives a ‘Tackers Showbag’ full of goodies!
Tackers 2 and 3 are next in the Tackers Sailing Pathway.
Cost
$330 (non-member price)
$300 (member price)
Course Overview
This course aims to provide children aged 7-12 with a fun, safe and affordable way to get into sailing.
Course Prerequisites
- Water confident
- 7-12 years-old
Who should do this course?
This course is designed for participants who wish to have fun and learn the basics of sailing through games on and off the water.
Course Outcome
By the end of the Tackers 1 course, the participants will be able to:
- Steer with tiller extension under towing paddling power
- Tie a figure 8 knot, round twice and two half hitches
- Tack (push turn)
- Gybe (pull turn)
- Reach around a figure of 8 course using both tacking and gybing
- Sail with a tiller extension
- Sail upwind and downwind by following the safety boat
You will gain your Tackers 1 completion certificate.
Time
(Wednesday) 9:00 am
Location
Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron
2900 Point Nepean Rd
Event Details
Dates & Times Wednesday 27th December 2023, 9 am – 12 pm Thursday 28th December 2023, 9 am – 12 pm Friday 29th December 2023, 9 am – 12 pm Dinghies are
Event Details
Dates & Times
Wednesday 27th December 2023, 9 am – 12 pm
Thursday 28th December 2023, 9 am – 12 pm
Friday 29th December 2023, 9 am – 12 pm
Dinghies are small sailing boats and a great way to get into sailing. Sailing a dinghy can be fun and exhilarating and the Dinghy Program has been developed to provide a safe introduction to dinghy sailing.
In your Adult Learn to Sail – Dinghy Course, you will learn the fundamental skills of sailing and are introduced to the fun of dinghy sailing in a safe and supportive environment while covering the basic equipment, sailing terminology, boat launching and recovery, and capsizing recovery in shallow & deep water, basic sailing rules and theory. You will also use the knowledge and skills gained to sail a triangular course!
Cost
$380 (non-member price)
$350 (member price)
Course Overview
This course introduces participants to dinghy sailing and its fundamental skills so they learn terminology and equipment and practice launching and returning to shore and capsize recovery.
Course Prerequisites
Water confident.
Who should do this course?
This course is designed for participants who wish to begin sailing in a dinghy. All the equipment and gear will be provided by your accredited Discover Sailing Centre.
Course Outcome
You will gain your Start Sailing 1 completion certificate.
Time
(Wednesday) 9:00 am
Location
Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron
2900 Point Nepean Rd
wed27dec9:00 amDinghy Start Racing (Nov 2023)BYS Members: 11, 18 & 25 November 20239:00 am Book Now
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Dates & Times Saturday 11 November 2023, 9 am – 12 pm Saturday 18 November 2023, 9 am – 12 pm Saturday 25 November 2023, 9 am – 12 pm Aged 12
Event Details
Dates & Times
Saturday 11 November 2023, 9 am – 12 pm
Saturday 18 November 2023, 9 am – 12 pm
Saturday 25 November 2023, 9 am – 12 pm
Aged 12 – 17? We recommend our Youth Sailing Training program instead.
Building on previous knowledge from Start Sailing 1 & 2, this course provides participants with the opportunity to improve their sailing and boat handling skills and gives an introduction to club racing. It is ideal for members who have purchased their own Sabre, ILCA (laser) or Aero dinghy and have learnt the fundamental skills, but who are not yet ready to sail on their own or ready for club racing. Members without a dinghy also have the opportunity to join the course, pairing up with another sailor while sailing one of the Club’s pacers.
Sailors are welcome to repeat this course building their skills and confidence until they feel ready to join Club racing here at Blairgowrie.
The content covered includes:
- Introduction to basic fitness principles
- Guided practice of boat handling skills
- Basics of Sail theory and sail trimming
- Introduction to the components of racing and the concept of racing as a perfected performance
- Race starting techniques
- Manoeuvring around marks efficiently
- Major factors affecting sailing to windward
- Downwind sailing and boat handling, running and reaching
- Introduction to the racing rules of sailing
- Teamwork
This is a Club subsidised course, and available only to BYS members.
Sailors should have their own basic sailing gear to wear, including a well-fitting lifejacket (type 2).
Cost
$150 (bring your own boat)
$180 (using Club Pacers)
Course Overview
Practice and refine the boat handling and sailing skills learnt in Start Sailing 1 & 2, while learning about racing in a supported environment.
Course Prerequisites
Completion of Start Sailing 1 & 2, or equivalent experience.
Who should do this course?
BYS members with their own Sabre, ILCA (laser) or Aero, who want to improve their sailing skills with the view to becoming Club racing sailors. The use of Club Pacers is also available to members without their own dinghy.
Course Outcome
You will gain your Start Racing completion certificate.
Time
(Wednesday) 9:00 am
Location
Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron
2900 Point Nepean Rd
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Event Details
Dates & Times Saturday 2 December 2023, 9 am – 12 pm Saturday 16 December 2023, 9 am – 12 pm Saturday 23 December 2023, 9 am – 12 pm Aged 12
Event Details
Dates & Times
Saturday 2 December 2023, 9 am – 12 pm
Saturday 16 December 2023, 9 am – 12 pm
Saturday 23 December 2023, 9 am – 12 pm
Aged 12 – 17? We recommend our Youth Sailing Training program instead.
Building on previous knowledge from Start Sailing 1 & 2, this course provides participants with the opportunity to improve their sailing and boat handling skills and gives an introduction to club racing. It is ideal for members who have purchased their own Sabre, ILCA (laser) or Aero dinghy and have learnt the fundamental skills, but who are not yet ready to sail on their own or ready for club racing. Members without a dinghy also have the opportunity to join the course, pairing up with another sailor while sailing one of the Club’s pacers.
Sailors are welcome to repeat this course building their skills and confidence until they feel ready to join Club racing here at Blairgowrie.
The content covered includes:
- Introduction to basic fitness principles
- Guided practice of boat handling skills
- Basics of Sail theory and sail trimming
- Introduction to the components of racing and the concept of racing as a perfected performance
- Race starting techniques
- Manoeuvring around marks efficiently
- Major factors affecting sailing to windward
- Downwind sailing and boat handling, running and reaching
- Introduction to the racing rules of sailing
- Teamwork
This is a Club subsidised course, and available only to BYS members.
Sailors should have their own basic sailing gear to wear, including a well-fitting lifejacket (type 2).
Cost
$150 (bring your own boat)
$180 (using Club Pacers)
Course Overview
Practice and refine the boat handling and sailing skills learnt in Start Sailing 1 & 2, while learning about racing in a supported environment.
Course Prerequisites
Completion of Start Sailing 1 & 2, or equivalent experience.
Who should do this course?
BYS members with their own Sabre, ILCA (laser) or Aero, who want to improve their sailing skills with the view to becoming Club racing sailors. The use of Club Pacers is also available to members without their own dinghy.
Course Outcome
You will gain your Start Racing completion certificate.
Time
(Wednesday) 9:00 am
Location
Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron
2900 Point Nepean Rd
Event Details
Dates & Times Friday evenings joining the Niras Twilight Series as a regular crew on a J/70 sportsboat. 3, 10, 17, 24 November 1, 8, 15, 22 December 4.45 pm – 7 pm
Event Details
Dates & Times
Friday evenings joining the Niras Twilight Series as a regular crew on a J/70 sportsboat.
3, 10, 17, 24 November
1, 8, 15, 22 December
4.45 pm – 7 pm (approximate)
Building on previous knowledge from Start Crewing and Start Helming, this course provides participants with the opportunity to join a regular team to improve their sailing and boat handling skills and gives an introduction to club racing while being supported by a Sailing Instructor. It is ideal for members who have completed Start Crewing and ideally Start Helming, are keen to spend more time out sailing and are looking to progress to finding a regular crewing spot on a keelboat for Club racing.
Crews will learn to rig and de-rig the boat, practice crew work and boat handling skills, be introduced to racing and gain valuable “time on the water”. Once a boat’s crew have suitable boat handling skills they will progress from Friday evening training to joining the race.
The content covered includes:
- Introduction to basic fitness principles
- Guided practice of boat handling skills
- Basics of Sail theory and sail trimming
- Introduction to the components of racing and the concept of racing as a perfected performance
- Race starting techniques
- Manoeuvring around marks efficiently
- Major factors affecting sailing to windward
- Downwind sailing and boat handling, running and reaching
- Introduction to the racing rules of sailing
- Teamwork
This is a Club subsidised course, and available only to BYS members.
Sailors should have their own basic sailing gear to wear, including a spray-proof jacket and well-fitting lifejacket (type 2). Lifejackets must be worn at all times on the Club’s J/70s.
Cost
$400 – There are eight races in the Niras Twilight series, as racing is weather dependant this is based on the assumption that there will likely be six training and/or racing sessions. Any more will be a bonus!
Course Overview
Practice and refine the boat handling and sailing skills learnt in Start Crewing and Start Helming while learning about racing in a supported environment.
Course Prerequisites
Completion of Start Crewing, or equivalent experience.
Who should do this course?
BYS members who are wanting to further their sailing skills and are working towards being a regular crew on a keelboat at Blairgowrie.
Time
(Wednesday) 9:00 am
Location
Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron
2900 Point Nepean Rd