Try Sailing with Tackers
Learn to sail, age 7-12
Try Sailing with Tackers
Tackers is Australia’s leading learn-to-sail program for kids aged 7-12, designed to introduce sailing through fun, games and adventure on the beautiful Swan River.
Delivered by Australian Sailing accredited instructors, Tackers teaches fundamental sailing skills in a safe, supportive environment using club-supplied Optimist dinghies. No experience is required.
Courses run over five 3-hour sessions during school holidays and on selected Sunday mornings.
Course Details
- Ages 7-12
- No sailing experience required
- Boats and safety equipment supplied
- Five 3-hour sessions
- School Holiday & Sunday courses
- $340 per course
First-time participants will be guided through obtaining a free Australian Sailing Number during registration.
Pathway to Green Fleet
After completing Tackers, sailors may be invited to join our Optimist Green Fleet training program to further develop their sailing skills and confidence. Invitations are based on safety awareness, competence, coachability, and readiness for group training.
Holiday Camps 2026-27 - $340 per course
| Course | Dates | Time | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 2026 | Monday 13 – Friday 17 April 2026 | 9:00am – 12:00pm | Click to register |
| October 2026 | Monday 5 – Friday 9 October 2026 | 9:00am – 12:00pm | Click to register |
| December 2026 | Monday 14 – Friday 18 December 2026 | 9:00am – 12:00pm | Click to register |
| January 2027 | Monday 4 – Friday 8 January 2027 | 9:00am – 12:00pm | Click to register |
| January 2027 | Monday 11 – Friday 15 January 2027 | 9:00am – 12:00pm | Click to register |
| January 2027 | Monday 18 – Friday 22 January 2027 | 9:00am – 12:00pm | Click to register |
| April 2027 | Monday 12 – Friday 16 April 2027 | 9:00am – 12:00pm | Click to register |
| April 2027 | Monday 19 – Friday 23 April 2027 | 9:00am – 12:00pm | Click to register |
Sunday Tackers Courses - $340 per course
| Course | Dates | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Course 1 (Oct–Nov 2026) | 18, 25 October & 1, 8, 15 November 2026 | 9:00am – 12:00pm |
| Course 2 (Feb–Mar 2027) | 7, 14, 21 February & 7, 14 March 2027 | 9:00am – 12:00pm |
Have Questions?
Contact our coaching team for advice on getting started or submit an Expression of Interest to be notified when new course dates are released.