Outthere Sailing
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OUTTHERE SAILING
Get out there!
OutThere Sailing is a fun, social and adventurous program for teenagers aged 12–17. It’s a chance to get outdoors, try new things and enjoy being on the water with other young people.
You don’t need previous sailing experience or BYS membership to join. Whether you’re completely new to sailing or already enjoy being on the water, OutThere is about having fun, building confidence and trying something different.
FIND THE RIGHT COURSE FOR YOU
What is OutThere Sailing?
OutThere is a flexible program that combines sailing with a range of other on-water activities. At BYS, activities may include:
- Sailing
- Stand-up paddleboarding
- Windsurfing
- Powerboating
- Keelboating
- Beach games and other activities
The mix of activities can vary between courses depending on the interests of the group and the weather and conditions on the day.
Activities are delivered by experienced instructors in a safe, supportive and non-competitive environment.
How does OutThere Sailing work?
OutThere can be delivered across different levels, allowing participants to build their skills and confidence as they progress. The levels are less formal than a traditional sailing pathway, and participants can repeat a level or try different OutThere experiences.
OutThere 1 provides a fun introduction to sailing and a range of on-water activities.
OutThere 2 builds on those experiences, developing sailing skills and confidence through more activities and challenges on the water.
OutThere 3 provides opportunities to further develop sailing skills and take on new challenges.
The exact activities and format may vary between courses.
What to wear
OutThere activities can be wet and active, so participants should be comfortable getting wet and bring clothing and footwear suitable for being on the water. A wetsuit is ideal, particularly in cooler weather.
BYS provides all activity equipment, including boats and lifejackets.
Who can participate?
OutThere is for young people aged 12–17 who are water confident and want to try something new, have fun and enjoy being active with others.
You don’t need to be a BYS member to participate.
Program fees: $210 for non-members | $180 for BYS Junior Members
Includes an Australian Sailing registration fee
- Try something new: Experience sailing and a range of other activities on the water.
- Have fun with friends: OutThere is social, active and designed to be enjoyed together.
- No pressure: There is no focus on competition or racing.
- Learn by doing: Skills are developed through games, activities and practical experiences on the water.
- Everything is provided: BYS provides the boats, boards, lifejackets and other equipment needed for the activities.
- Come back and do it again: Participants can repeat OutThere experiences, try different activities and progress their skills over time.
OutThere can be the start of a longer journey on the water.
Try OutThere → Come back and try something different → Develop your sailing skills → BYS Junior & Youth Sail Training
If a participant discovers they love sailing, they can continue developing their skills through BYS Junior & Youth Sail Training, or explore other dinghy and keelboat sailing opportunities at BYS.
UPCOMING COURSES
OutThere Sailing
Dates coming shortly
Registering your teen
Please register using your teen’s details, not the parent or carer’s details.
If your teen has sailed before, you’ll need their Australian Sailing number to register. If they haven’t sailed before, select Sign Up → New Member and enter your teen’s details. Your teen will then receive an Australian Sailing number by email.
You can search for existing Australian Sailing numbers online.
Child Safeguarding
We are committed to sports environments that are safe, supportive and friendly for children and young people. We have zero tolerance for any behaviours that put the well-being of children and young people at risk. All employees that will work with Children undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.
OutThere courses are full?
Our OutThere Sailing courses are popular and can fill quickly. If you’d like your child to be considered for a place if one becomes available, you can join our OutThere Waiting List.
Join the OutThere Waiting List →
We’ll contact families on the waiting list if a suitable place becomes available. Joining the waiting list does not guarantee a place.
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