Beginner Sailing Lessons
Have you always dreamt of what it feels like to carve through the water on a sailing yacht or traveling across the open sea but don’t know where to begin? At Southern Cross Yachting we offer a range of beginner sailing lessons designed to ease you into yachting while providing you with hands-on experience as you sail a vessel under the supervision of our team of experts. Our team will also impart their knowledge onto you, allowing you to learn skills and knowledge that will be invaluable in your budding yachting journey.
Undertaking a beginner sailing course also gives you the chance to meet and work alongside likeminded individuals, resulting in a social experience that is both educational and enjoyable. Whether you are seeking to take up sailing regularly or are simply looking for a fun weekend on the water, we are sure to have the right option for you.
If you are interested in signing up for sailing lessons but don’t know how to get started, give Southern Cross Yachting a call on 07 3396 4100 and a friendly member of our staff will be happy to discuss the right sailing course for beginners suited to you. You can also reach out to us through our contact page and we will promptly get back to you.
Our Beginner Sailing Lessons
Learn the basics of sailing with Southern Cross Yachting and our beginner sailing lessons created to teach anyone the fundamentals of sailing and operating a yacht, regardless of skill level. Whether you are seeking a simple introduction to sailing or a more involved course that teaches you the required skills to be a competent crew member, we have the perfect beginners sailing course for you. Pairing expert teaching with a fun and social environment, our courses are designed to guide you through the beginning of your sailing journey, granting you the skills required to undertake our more advanced courses.
How a Beginners Sailing Course Can Help You
It is never too late to learn the basics of sailing, with our courses designed for everyone regardless of how much time they have spent on the sea. Whether you are considering purchasing your own yacht or are simply looking for a new hobby, we are here to help get your sailing dreams started. Each sailing course for beginners is designed to be welcoming and inclusive even if you have never stepped foot on a yacht before, as our expert trainers are committed to providing a learning environment that is safe, educational, and fun. A beginners sailing course is also a great outing for your next family function or group activity as you will all learn invaluable skills and knowledge.
Once you have completed an introduction to sailing course you will be granted a certificate to recognise your accomplishments and showcase your qualifications. Upon completion of your course, we have a range of other beginner sailing lessons available that each teach a unique skillset, while those who seek more advanced knowledge are able to move up to our intermediate courses.
Why Southern Cross Yachting?
Consisting of a team of lifelong sailors, Southern Cross Yachting is the perfect place to learn the basics of sailing. As Australia’s original accredited RYA sail training company, we are proud of the strong and trusted reputation we have cultivated by providing expert training and exceptional customer service. We treat everyone with respect, regardless of your sailing experience, and endeavour to help you reach the level of competency you desire. We understand that everyone works to a different schedule, which is why we offer courses that span one day, two days, five days, and multiple weekends, so you can find the perfect option that suits your lifestyle.
Sign Up for a Beginners Sailing Course Today!
Ready to take the first step on your sailing journey? Southern Cross Yachting is here to help you get out on the water and learning the basics of sailing. Browse the range of RYA sailing courses we have available and give us a call on 07 3396 4100 or reach out through our contact page to discuss the perfect introduction to sailing course for you.
Massive thank you to Jamie and all the staff and other instructors at Southern Cross Yachting! 10/10 experience from booking to sailing to instruction to food whilst onboard. Absolutely one of the best things I’ve ever done and now I’m addicted to sailing!
A great place to learn all things about sailing, experienced Captains who are only to happy to answer any and all questions, a great experience,
Well organized with a wonderful team and instructors. Completed my Comp Crew and looking forward to doing the Day skipper next.
We were lucky enough to spend a day with Jamie on Moreton bay and can’t speak highly enough about it. Three of us with varied previous experience of sailing joined with a father and son to share in a day of learning the ropes. The day was tailored to our varied needs and at all times we were able to ask questions and glean experience from Jamie’s wealth of knowledge. We would highly recommend signing up for a course if you’re interested in getting back on the water after a hiatus. Thanks so much guys! It was a priceless day!
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Learn The Ropes
Have you ever dreamt of…
Setting sail into the sunset?
Traveling by the wind?
Owning your own sailboat and cruising?
Well, the first place to start is to 'Learn The Ropes'!
If you’re looking to be a crew member on boats locally, or dream of coastal cruising and eventually crossing oceans, then our ‘Learn The Ropes’ program will give you the fundamental skills to make these sailing dreams happen.
This is an entry level learn to sail program for those that might have sailed a little before (or not at all). If you want to learn more so you can really feel confident as a crew member or eventually as a skipper of your own vessel, then the “Learn The Ropes’ program will fill in the gaps in your sailing knowledge.
For more advance sailing courses please go here to see what we offer.
Learn all the basics of sailing
Know how to plan for and go on a short sailing trip
Know how to anchor, moor and dock a sailboat
Learn about safety and boating rules
Know what to look for when you buy a sailboat
Learn basic upkeep and maintenance of a boat
Get an introduction to Navigation
Log over 20 hours of commercial seatime and hands on sailing experience
Be ready to go sailing!
Why Choose Southern Cross Sailing to Learn to Sail?
We are avid sailors that have sailed over 25,000 nautical miles and are passionate about sharing the wonderful world of sailing with others. We are surfers, ocean lovers and coastal cruisers! Sebastian Jones (aka Captain Base) is a qualified Offshore Yachtmaster and has been sailing since he was a young lad. Base has crossed the Pacific Ocean, and has captained two vessels of his own in Western Australia. Jamie his Co-Captain has been sailing for 8 years and has her Commercial Coxswains ticket, worked on sailing vessels in the North West, and volunteered with Sea Rescue Fremantle for over a year. Learn more about them here .
Want to know more about the vessel – Charade (aka Lady C) is a 32ft Bruce Roberts – Henry Morgan Ketch. She is based in Fremantle, Western Australia. Learn more about her here .
Learn the parts of the boat as we go for a twilight sail. You will be able to take the wheel and experience
the joy of sailing Lady C. We also give you a basic run down on sailing lingo!
We take the hands-on sailing lessons to the next level. Learn how a sailboat works and how to
get the most out of your sailing experience! Learn by sailing and build up your time at sea! Also learn the essential knots of a sailor.
Learn the ‘Rules of the Road’, and be able to competently act as crew member
in all aspects of sailing. Learn how to get to your destination with only the use of the wind!
We cover anchoring, docking, and mooring in this session. We also talk about the weather and strong wind
sailing. Learn how to choose what sails to raise when you head out for a sail.
More Details
Sailing sessions will take place on three evenings between 6:00 pm and 8:30 pm departing from Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour. We also do a full day sail on a weekend where we sail to a destination and put your newly learned skills into action.
Post sailing sessions we will have a casual chat on the boat so that we can talk about all things sailing and you can ask any questions regarding your future sailing plans!
The course will provide you commercial sea time hours, a certificate of completion and a referral letter for any future sailing endeavors.
Next Course Dates:
4 evening sessions of sailing lessons, plus handouts and additional resources – $450
( Please get in touch if you would like a week by week payment plan.)
Have Any Questions?
Give us a Call 0414 174 415
What Others Are Saying About Sailing With Us!
We had an amazing time sailing with Base and Jamie – they are so fun, full of knowledge about the area, the ocean and are super eco-conscious. Would definitely recommend these guys for a great time on the water along this beautiful coastline. We’ll be going again for sure.” – Sam George “We had an absolutely amazing sail with Base and Jamie on their sturdy vessel Lady C. They are a super knowledgable, inspiring, friendly, passionate team, who went out of their way to make us feel at home and show us the ropes! Something really magic about having all the sails up and being powered by the wind. The sparkly blue ocean, yummy food and bevvies, and great company made for a unique experience we will never forget. We will definitely be back for another trip! Thanks Cap’n Base & Jamie!!!” – Emma Hill “Had such a beautiful day sailing to Carnac Island, chilling on the yacht, snorkelling and getting up close to a few lazy seals. Base and Jamie are very knowledgeable and willing to teach the passengers sailing skills or you can choose to sun back with a glass of bubbles in your hand like me!!! Thank you for an amazing experience :)” – Laura J.
What level of sailing experience should I have?
The ‘ Learn the Ropes’ Sailing Course is an entry level sailing course. It provides the foundational skills to be able to crew on another persons yacht and eventually skipper your own boat.
If you have some sailing experience but wish to gain confidence and fill in your gaps of knowledge then this course is for you.
We aim to provide practical skills and hands on learning experiences to assist you in becoming a confident sailor.
We do offer more advanced Learn to Sail programs that can be customised for your level. Please contact us if you would like to know more.
What if I can't make all of the sessions?
We really encourage you to be able to attend all session as there are only 5 and we cover quite a bit in each one.
However we plan to be running two courses concurrently and so you maybe able to swap nights from a Tuesday to a Thursday. This will be dependent on numbers, please contact us to confirm.
What do I receive on completion of the course?
During the course you will get over 30 hours of sea time and we are able to legally document this time which can be used towards a commercial ticket.
We also provide a certificate of completion and a letter of reference that can assist you in gaining a position on another vessel as crew.
If you have any questions about the qualifications you gain in the course please contact us .
What if I get Sea Sickness?
If you are prone to sea sickness there are a few prevention and coping methods you can try. We can’t guarantee that you won’t get sea sick while we sail, but we can give you methods to get through it.
Sometimes sea sickness can abate after getting your sea legs and sail a bit more
If you get horrible motion sickness, this might not be the course for you. But all things can be overcome if you are really keen to learn to sail.
Please Note, We Have Limited Spaces Available In This Program!
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