Sailing is a fun, safe, accessible and affordable sport that welcomes participation from people of all backgrounds, ages and abilities.
There are many different ways to get started in sailing and a range of opportunities for you to continue sailing at our club as you develop your skills, experience and confidence. Mount Martha Yacht Club is an accredited Discover Sailing Centre, and we offer accredited courses delivered by qualified instructors. You can register for a course with no prior sailing experience.
What to expect from your Discover Sailing course:
- a small group of participants with a similar level of experience
- a participant pack containing resources to facilitate your development
- qualified instructors
- boats and lifejackets provided
- no special clothing required
Learn to Sail
Kids new to sailing will commence in Tackers 1 and will progress through the programs based on building competency in the foundation sailing skills. Assessments are undertaken by their instructor, in discussion with the lead of our club Junior Sailing programs.
To participate in our junior programs, participants must be MMYC members. Two types of membership are available:
• Annual Membership. Participants could be on a Family membership, or have a Junior membership in their name.
• A Temporary Membership (SailPass) for the participant for the purpose of learning to sail. This provides access to the club during sail training sessions. Immediate family may also attend.
Information, frequently asked questions, and resources are in our Handbook for new Junior and Youth Families. Download Handbook
Click on the Course name for more information and to book.
| Course |
Age |
Experience |
When |
Description |
| Tackers |
7-12 |
None |
January
weekdays |
The Tackers Holiday program runs over four sessions and focuses on non-competitive, fun learning through games in a supportive environment with structured sessions plans and levels of achievements. |
| Better Sailing |
7-12 |
Start
Sailing / Tackers |
Sunday mornings |
Better Sailing is the next step. More fundamental skills are introduced and what’s been learned is refined. |
| Green Fleet |
7+ |
Better Sailing |
Sunday mornings |
Green Fleet is where the juniors move towards being independent on the water. Introduces kids to racing in a fun and game sense delivery |
| Race Squad |
8-25 |
Green Fleet and/or race experience |
Sunday mornings |
Juniors/Youths who wish to further develop their skills in a very structured environment. |
| Adult Start Sailing |
15-70 |
None |
Saturday |
A safe and enjoyable introduction to dinghy sailing for 15 to 70 year olds. You'll learn the fundamental skills of sailing and are introduced to the fun of dinghy sailing in a safe and supportive environment.
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