95 Hannell Street
Wickham NSW 2293
Come along to the NCYC Sailing Academy for one of their “Discover Sailing Experiences” which provides that opportunity to get out on the water to see what it’s like! Their experienced sailing instructors will take you onboard one of the 24 foot inshore keelboats to “give you a taste” of what sailing is all about. You will spend the morning learning basic sailing skills, terminology and boat handling manoeuvres. Five people onboard - one instructor and four participants. Enjoy the unique opportunity to spend some time on beautiful Newcastle Harbour and see the city from a different perspective! This might just whet your appetite to join them for one of their Learn to Sail courses. All you need is comfortable active clothing, an enclosed pair of shoes and a hat.
A relaxing twilight sail on the waters of Newcastle Harbour. Your accredited sailing instructor will guide you through the basics, so absolutely no prior experience is necessary. Enjoy sailing on a 'Force24' inshore keelboat in a crew of five, learning and performing sailing maoeuvers such as raising sails, changing sides during tacking, and pulling on ropes. Immerse yourself in the fun new environment, driven by the power of sail as the sun sets over Newcastle, allowing you to take in the city sights from a completely different angle. Once back in the marina, you and your crew can retire to the Clubhouse to enjoy a refreshing 'sundowner' drink by the water.
Are your kids keen to give sailing a try? We offer introductory sailing experiences for both junior (6 - 12 years) and youth (11 - 17years) sailors. We cater for complete beginners so no previously sailing or boating experience is required. These sessions allow the kids to get a 'taste' of sailing to see what it's all about. They will be with other kids their age and have the chance to do something, new, fun and adventurous. Our junior program is a 'Tackers Intro'; a half-day session sailing on small purpose-built dinghies. The children will sail in pairs under the supervision of our Tacker Leader and assistant instructors. Our youth program is an 'OutThere Sailing Experience'; a full-day session sailing on a small inshore keelboat with an instructor on board and up to three other participants. These introductory sessions are all about the kids having fun in a safe and friendly environment. Hopefully they will love it and be keen to try one of our sailing courses . . .