One of Australia’s premier yacht clubs overlooking the Manly Boat Harbour, the Royal

Queensland Yacht Squadron is proud of its long history which stretches back over 130 years and

still to this day is “the place” for boaties to meet, compete and socialise.

The Squadron has evolved into a multi-faceted organisation and members, some third and fourth

generation families, enjoy a comprehensive range of facilities, both on and off the water.

Some of the best facilities in the world are on offer at the Squadron, in an ideal location, for

boaties who need a berth, want to sail competitively, or just need somewhere to store or launch

their boat for cruising, a fishing trip on the bay or further afield.

While you’re on shore there are wide open spaces, grassed areas and the Club House with the

Squadron Restaurant and the Boardwalk Cafe.

The Squadron offers a comprehensive range of sailing related activities. Children and adults alike

are taught to sail in a fun, safe, supervised environment, and further development training for

sailors who want to race competitively is offered. The Sailing Academy offers a range of courses

and programs throughout the year to help develop and advance your skills and knowledge.

Visit the RQYS website for more information about the Squadron, or just ask one of our friendly

staff members!

Located on Manly’s Royal Esplanade, the RQYS Sailing Academy can be found in the first building near

the first carpark, next to Marine Training Queensland. The Sailing Academy has courses and programs

for all ages 6 and over, catering to people learning to sail and people developing and advancing their

skills.

Booking your course advance: To ensure we have enough Instructors rostered on to manage the courses, we need all bookings to be

made in advance. Please call the RQYS Sailing Academy to enrol, or simply find the links on our

website!

Advise us of any medical conditions:

Sailing is a sport where anyone and everyone can be involved. However, if you or your child has a

medical condition we should be aware of that may hinder your/their sailing ability; we need to know about

it. Please ensure you are upfront with medical conditions so our Instructors can be briefed prior to going

onto the water. Squadron Management, Instructors and Volunteers are respectful of privacy.

What to bring:

Sun protective clothing

Enclosed wet shoes

A water bottle & lunch

A spare change of clothes

A Towel

Please Note

RQYS reserves the right to cancel courses at any time for any reason

All courses are weather dependant

RQYS reserves the right to change course fees at any time

Courses and bookings are not confirmed until full payment is received

All prices quoted include GST

Credit Cards will incur an surcharge - 1.25% Visa/Mastercard & 2% AMEX/Diners

In order to promote the great sport of sailing, RQYS reserves the right to publish photos of students

participating in RQYS courses and programs, in RQYS publications. By enrolling, you are giving

permission for photos of yourself or your child/ren participating in courses and programs, to be published

in RQYS publications. If you have any concerns or would not like any photos of you/your children to be

published, please advise us.

General Information

RQYS is governed by the Liquor Licensing Laws, meaning that only RQYS Members, guests of RQYS

Members, and Visitors who reside outside a 15 km radius of the Club, can use the Boardwalk Café,

Squadron Harbour View Restaurant and the RQ Bar.

Those participating in RQYS Sailing Academy courses or programs, as well as parents of children

participating in Tackers, Sail & Play, Green Fleet and Blue Squad, are welcome to use these dining

facilities whilst the program is running, and directly after it finishes for the day.

BOOK A COURSE BEFORE 24 DECEMBER 2015 AND

RECEIVE A SECOND COURSE FREE!

The second course must be of equal or lower price. Excludes Sail & Play and the Youth Training

Squads.

Did You Know?

Sail & Play is a School Holiday program for primary-aged kids (6 yrs – 12 yrs), which offers a

ridiculously fun agenda as participants get the chance to venture to our neighbouring islands such as St

Helena and Green Island, experience sailing in Elliotts, Pacers and Optimists, playing sailing/boating

related games, and much, much more! Sail & Play is very flexible and allows you to book your child in for

days that are convenient for you and your plans for the school holidays.

WHAT TO BRING:

Sun Smart clothing (UV shirt, t-shirt, board-shorts, etc.) that can get wet, enclosed shoes, towel,

change of spare clothes, hat, lunch and a water bottle. Life jackets and all sailing equipment

supplied by RQYS.

PRICING:

$70 per day | $335 per 5 day week | 10% discount for every 2nd child paid for in 1 transaction

ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:

Optimist (kids boat) & Elliott (6 meter adults boat) experiences

Windsurfing & Stand-up Paddle Boarding

Island trips – St Helena Island & King/Green Island

Slip N Slide & Games

Introduction to Sailing

Christmas Holidays Monday 14 December – Friday 18 December 2015 Monday 4 January 2016 – Friday 15 January 2016 Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM $335 per week

Term 1 School Holidays Tuesday 29 March – Friday 1 April 2016 Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM $265 per week

Sail & Play

Tackers is a children’s Learn-to-Sail program which progresses in 3 courses (Tackers 1 – 3), where

students need to demonstrate certain skills to move on. Tackers is offered to children aged 7 – 12,

and prepares them to join the RQYS Green Fleet – where they learn to race!

Students receive a colour-coded RQYS Cap upon commencing the course to wear while completing

the course, as well as a certificate and Tackers Pack upon completion.

WHAT TO BRING:

Sun Smart clothing (UV shirt, t-shirt, board-shorts, etc.) that can get wet, enclosed shoes, towel,

change of spare clothes, hat, lunch and a water bottle. Life jackets and all sailing equipment

supplied by RQYS.

PRICING:

$395 per level

Upcoming Course Dates

Christmas Holidays

Monday 18 January – Friday 22 January 2016

Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

School Term 1 – Saturdays

Saturday 30 January – Saturday 12 March 2016

Every Saturday for 7 weeks, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

School Term 1 – Sundays

Sunday 31 January – Sunday 13 March 2016

Every Sunday for 7 weeks, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Term 1 School Holidays

Monday 4 April – Friday 8 April 2016

Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

School Term 2

Sunday 1 May – Sunday 12 June 2016

Every Sunday for 7 weeks, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Tackers

TACKERS 1 ‘Having Fun’

is a safe & enjoyable introductory course to dinghy sailing which prepares students for Tackers 2.

The course is also an introduction to fundamental boat handling skills and essential knowledge that

will allow the students the freedom of sailing small boats (Optimist) with the guidance from the

Instructors. The children sail with a partner (2 to a boat). At the completion of this level the students

will be issued with the Yachting Australia Tackers 1 Qualification.

TACKERS 2 ‘Tricks and Techniques’

similarly to Tackers 1, prepares students for the next level up – Tackers 3. Level 2 is an introduction to

sailing – but on their own (1 to a boat). The aim of the course is to build on the students’ skills and

knowledge that was assembled in Tackers 1, enabling the participant to safely and competently

sail a small boat (Optimists) in controlled conditions (light winds, open waters) without guidance. At the

completion of this course, if all skills are demonstrated, students will be issued with the Yachting

Australia Tackers 2 Qualification.

TACKERS 3 ‘Sailing Fast’

prepares students to join the RQYS Green Fleet as the aim of this course is to introduce sailors to

competitive sailing. It builds on the skills and knowledge gained in Tackers 1 and 2, and will enable the

child to manoeuvre the boat efficiently in light to moderate conditions on all points of sailing. This

course is designed to equip the sailor with enhanced skills and awareness of the surrounding

environment and focuses on refining enhanced boat handling skills including speed control and

manoeuvres and introducing participants to basic racing tactics and strategies. Upon the completion of

Tackers 3, if the students are ready, skill-wise, students will be awarded with the Yachting Australia

Tackers 3 Qualification, and have the opportunity to join the RQYS Green Fleet if they wish.

Green Fleet & Blue Squad

The Green Fleet is a youth training group offered as a follow-up of Tackers level 3, as it acts as a

‘bridge’ program to the youth racing/competitive squads – Blue (Intermediate) Squad, and White

Squad. Green Fleet generally consists of sailors aged 10 – 14, however there are no age restrictions.

Green Fleet carries on from the elements and concepts revised in Tackers 3; and essentially teach

the students to sail and race competently enough in Optimists and Sabots to join the Blue

Intermediate Squad.

Blue Squad is the Junior Optimist and Sabot Intermediate class – essentially a level up from Green

Fleet. The squad is coached by our Club Coach, Brady Lowe, along with other coaches. The

participants do routine-race drills and are continually developing their skills further with the view to

competing at State level competition.

There is an off-season fee of $10.00 per week for Green Fleet & Blue Squad. Also, there are a limited

amount of available hire-optimists which cost $150.00 per term for a maximum of 2 terms, for Green

Fleet & Blue Squad participants only. These 2 training squads are run every Saturday morning from

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM during the School term.

Junior or Young Adult membership is a prerequisite for joining the Youth Squads

White Squad

The White Squad sails in Flying 11s, Lasers, and Hobie 16’s, and trains on a regular basis, and have

competed at competitions on the National Circuit. The White Squad is coached by our Club Coach

and State Laser Coach, Brady Lowe. The White Squad program has differing fees for Summer and

Winter programs. Please contact the Sailing office if you are looking to get into a Youth Class and join

White Squad.

Junior or Young Adult membership is a prerequisite for joining the Youth Squads

There are no RQYS hire boats available for White Squad.

Contact the Club Coach for White Squad dates & information: coach@rqys.com.au

WINDSURFING & STANDUP

PADDLEBOARDING COURSES COMING

TO RQYS SOON!

The RQYS Sailing Academy offers a range of Adult courses in both Keelboats and Dinghies, and caters for all ages over 14 years, and experience levels. Generally, all courses are hosted in Keelboats (Elliott 6’s) other than the Better Sailing and the Better Racing courses, which are both hosted in Dinghies (Pacers). The Adult courses are not just for ‘mature aged’ students – they’re for anyone who is older than 13.

Start Crewing & Helming Course The Start Crewing and Helming course is a beginner’s course and only teaches the basics of sailing. This course is for adults and teenagers who are looking to build or improve skills – exclusively crewing and helming on a boat. The Start Crewing & Helming course delivers both the Start Crewing and Start Helming courses, and is a sturdy introduction to the basics of sailing on a small boat, including boat handling, safety and sailing theory. Upon completion, participants will understand how to control and manipulate the different parts of the boat in order to create power and momentum on the water. The course also touches on other essential areas including weather, tides and other general safety procedures and rules. Upon completion of this course, students will have the ability to sail in light to moderate conditions unassisted by an instructor. This course is highly recommended for those with and without sailing experience. It readies students for other courses RQYS holds including Start Skippering, Better Sailing and Spinnakers.

Price: $395.00 for RQYS Members $430.00 for non-members Upcoming Course Dates – Runs in sync with TACKERS!

Sunday 7 February – Sunday 13 March 2016 Every Sunday for 6 weeks, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday 8 May – Sunday 12 June 2016 Every Sunday for 6 weeks, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Better Sailing Course

This course builds on the skills learnt in the Start Crewing & Helming course, and is structured appropriately to prepare students for the Start Racing and Start Skippering courses. Upon completion, participants should thoroughly understand how to control and manipulate the different parts of the boat in order to create power and momentum on the water, tides and other general safety procedures and rules. This course is taught in a Pacer. Price: $195.00 Upcoming Course Dates Subject to demand

Spinnakers Course

Spinnakers is a Keelboat course for adults and teenagers looking to improve on skills collected in the Start Sailing courses, and develop a broader range of sailing skills. This course focuses exclusively on trimming and adjustment of symmetrical and asymmetrical spinnakers.

Price: $195.00

Upcoming Course Dates Subject to demand

Start Skippering Course

This Course is designed to advance your sailing skills and safety knowledge to enable you to sail unsupervised in sheltered waters, and skipper a boat. The course also covers navigation. Upon completion, you should have the understanding of sailing to be able to be a skipper.

Price: $195.00 Upcoming Course Dates

Saturday 5 & 6 December 2015 1 Weekend, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Saturday 20 February – Saturday 27 February 2016 2 Saturdays, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Sunday 17 April – Sunday 24 April 2016 2 Sundays, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Start Racing Course

This is a Keelboat course which builds on skills developed in the Better Sailing course, and focuses solely on teaching and building on the crucial skills required for sail racing. Upon completion, the student should be able to competently participate in competitive conditions whilst sailing.

Price: $295.00

Upcoming Course Dates Saturday 12, Sunday 13 & Saturday 19 December 2015 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Better Racing Course

This course is the follow-up course of Start Racing, which builds on the skills and strategies collected whilst participating in the Start Racing course. Upon completion, the student’s sail-racing and competitive skills should have developed further, allowing the student to confidently participate in competitive conditions on the water in a Pacer.

Price: $195.00 Upcoming Course Dates Subject to demand

Let the Sailing Academy know which course you’d like to have

scheduled. If you have any particular dates/times in mind, let us know!

Express your interest to sailingacademy@rqys.com.au

Private Lessons

Interested in having one-on-one tuition with a qualified & highly experienced instructor? Private

Lessons cater to all ages and experience levels, and are perfect for those wanting to learn, re-learn

or further-develop your sailing skills.

How much does it cost?

To have our instructors teach you to sail (or custom structure a lesson to your needs), we charge $60

per hour or $150 for 3 hours (which don’t need to be consecutive). RQYS understands that not all

aspiring sailors have boats, so we throw the use of the boat in free!

Can I bring my friends along to learn with me?

Indeed! You can have up to 3 others come along with you in your private lesson in an Elliott for the same

price as one person!

When can I have private lessons?

Anytime that our instructors are available – and more importantly what time is convenient for you!

What boats can we use for private lessons?

RQYS has Elliott 6 meters (5 people max) available for use.

Supervised Sailing

RQYS offers unstructured sailing under the supervision of a qualified instructor, which is available to

everybody aged 7 and up. You are welcome to bring the whole family along for a fun morning out on

the water, or come along with some other budding sailors to improve your boat handling skills.

Saturday mornings during the school term, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL.

Boats available for hire:

Elliott 6s– requires a group of 3 or 4 people

Optimists – recommended for 1 – 2 children under 12

Pricing:

$60.00 per person per session– includes boat hire

$40.00 per person per session – for those bringing their own boat or windsurfing board.

Additional Information

About Ladies Sailing

Ladies Sailing is a great experience for ladies. The 2-

hour session runs every Thursday, with new ladies

joining almost every week. You get to meet new

people – even make new friends! More importantly,

Ladies Sailing is an opportunity for ladies to pick up

sailing skills at their own pace, with no pressure, while

also relaxing and clearing your mind! All ladies of all

ages (over 18) are welcome, and all experience/skill

levels also welcome! Don’t hesitate to contact our

staff for more details.

Price: $29.00 per session When: Every Thursday during the School Term, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Extra Information: Sailing in Elliott 6’s with other ladies and a qualified & experienced instructor.

Seminars, Conferences, Launches, Lectures and more

Our auditorium is ideal for communications and presentation events of up to 97 people. Whether you are

planning an academic seminar, awards ceremony, business conference or corporate function, the Royal

Queensland Yacht Squadron is flexible, personal and professional and committed to making your event as

memorable as possible. The Auditorium includes state of the art audio visual equipment and is perfect for

your product launches, academic lectures or annual general meetings. Your speaker can enjoy the centre

point of the room while ensuring that all delegates have a clear and comfortable view of stage and screen.

For smaller groups, our Commodores Lounge is the perfect solution for refreshments or a private break-out

room. Alternatively, we can keep your attendees refreshed by planning a reception in the lobby or our

ballroom. Encourage guests to mingle at an evening drinks event, banquet style lunch, or use the

auditorium to facilitate networking by staging group activities.

Team Building

Why not try your hand at helming your own boat for the first time - get out on the water under the watchful

eye of our Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron qualified instructors and in no time you can be steering your

own course on Moreton Bay. A sailing session is an excellent event for staff team building or for corporate

entertainment. We can pitch the session at whatever level is appropriate depending on the abilities and

needs of your guests. The most popular format is a short period of instruction followed by some

competitive racing on the Bay under the supervision of our race management.

Visit our website for more information: www.rqysevents.com.au