Sporting Schools Tackers Intro is a 4 hour introduction to Tackers over multiple sessions.

Course Overview
Tackers Intro is specifically designed for the Sporting Schools program and provides a wonderful opportunity for students to get a taste of the wonderful world of sailing. In Tackers Intro: Sporting Schools children get a very practical introduction to sailing by learning through games where safety is paramount.

Course Prerequisites

• Water confident
• 7-12 years old

Who should do this course?

Schools participating in the Sporting Schools Program.

Course Outcome

By the end of the Tackers Intro: Sporting Schools session the students will:

• Have learned the basic sailing safety rules and procedures
• Be able to launch their boat
• Understand how the boat floats and what to do if water is taken onboard
• Understand what the different roles are in the boat (skipper and crew)
• Have participated in a range of sailing-based games
• Understand how the wind affects the boat
• Understand the freedom and responsibility that sailing provides

Students will gain a Tackers Intro (Sporting Schools) completion certificate.