Here you will learn the basic skills to skipper a small sailboat under the supervision of an Australian Sailing (AS) qualified dinghy instructor who will facilitate your learning journey. This elective will introduce you to mastering fundamental sailing skills, therefore you will undertake a range of hands-on practical activities.
The Australian Navy Cadets is a recognised Australian Sailing Discover Sailing Centre. The material in this elective aligns with the Australian Sailing Discover Sailing Program Dinghy Syllabus and logbook. ANC gratefully acknowledges the permission to use AS learning resources and material. Therefore, you will be receiving the best practice in sailing training in Australia.
Our new Sailing elective explores the knowledge and skills required to sail a dinghy. A cadet will learn about the theory of sailing, safety, parts of a sailboat and develop on-water skills.