Tackers 2 - 2026 Oct-Dec

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Sat 10 Oct 2026 08:30 - Sat 12 Dec 2026 11:30
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Australian Sailing - Tackers: Tackers 2 - Tricks & Techniques

Course information

Registration for this course closes at Thu 15 Oct 2026 18:00.

Tackers 2 course is for Juniors aged 7 to 13 years who have completed Tackers 1 and is run in OziOpti Dinghies.

To Register for this course

We have 5 participants in this course so far and could possibly take one more. 
Simply download the Application below, complete it and send a copy to training@mordiallocsc.com.au 
The Sail Training Coordinator (Dale Collings) will always acknowledge if received, so if no acknowledgment then you need to followup with him on 0415 595 754. 

Sessions are all on Saturday mornings from 8:30 am to 11:30 am with a starting date of 10th October 2026. We have scheduled 8 sessions but only require 6 sessions to cover the criteria for this course.  Missing a couple of sessions is easily made up so a late registration up till 15th October may be accepted.

The club provides all the boats and safety equipment and experienced Qualified Instructors and Assistants.


Course Overview
This course aims to build on the fun participants had in Tackers 1, to progress their sailing skills. 

Course Prerequisites

  • Water confident
  • 7-12 years-old
  • Skills, knowledge and experience gained in Tackers 1.

Who should do this course?

This course is designed for participants who have completed Tackers 1.

Course Outcome

By the end of the Tackers 2 course, the participants will be able to:

  • Get out of irons on their own
  • Safely gybe the boat
  • Correctly use the tiller extension
  • Sailing around a triangle course, including:
    • Upwind - on a close hauled course tacking through the 'no go zone'
    • Downwind - with centreboard up
    • Reaching - correct sail position
  • Demonstrate a 360 and 720-degree turn

You will gain your Tackers 2 completion certificate. 


Files for download
MSC Tackers 2 Application - Term 4 from Oct 2025

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