Sailing | Powerboat

Competent Crew Course
The Competent Crew Course is an introductory crew training course that teaches the basics of sailing onboard a sailing yacht.  Upon successful completion of this course the sailors and participants will have sufficient knowledge and skills to be an able crew member on any sailing yacht. Suitable for both the complete beginner and those who have some experience of either dinghy sailing or cruising.

2010

Month

Day

Time

January

16th, 17th & 24th

Saturdays
1400 - 1900hrs

Sundays
1000 - 1800hrs

March

6th, 7th & 14th

April

17th, 18th & 25th

May

15th, 16th & 23rd

June

19th, 20th & 27th

Sept

4th, 5th & 12th

October

16th, 17th & 24th

November

20th, 21st & 28th

December

4th, 5th & 12th

  • Requirement: 16 yrs old & above. Able to swim for 50 meters
  • Duration: 2.00pm to 7.00pm (Saturday)
                 10:00am to 6:00pm (Sunday
  • Course Fee: $300 (Member) / $550 (Guest)
  • Venue: RSYC Seasports Academy
  • Additional 7% GST applies and subject to change on 1st January 2010.
  • Arrangement can be made for groups with a minimum of 4 participants on requested dates.
  • Full payment or deposit of half the course fee is required 2 weeks before course date to secure seat.


Dinghy Sailing Course
Specifically designed for first time sailors, this introduction to singled-handed dinghy sailing course covers basic sailing techniques, rope works, rigging and launching boats, capsize recovery and on-water safety tips.

Topper Sailing Course
Learn how to sail Topper in two days. Basic sailing techniques, boat handling, rope work and sailing theory are some topics covered. Course fee includes first month Saturdays' training sessions.

Month

Day

Time

January

30 th & 31 st

1000 - 1700hrs

Feb

20th & 21st

March

20th & 21st

May

29th & 30th

Jun

12th & 13th

July

3rd & 4th

August

21st & 22nd

Oct (1st)

2nd & 3rd

Oct (2nd)

30th & 31st

  • Requirement: 14 yrs old & above
  • Duration: 10:00am to 5:00pm
  • Course Fee: $200 (Member) / $400 (Guest)
  • Venue: RSYC Seasports Academy
  • Additional 7% GST applies and subject to change on 1st January 2010.
  • Arrangement can be made for groups with a minimum of 4 participants on requested dates.
  • Full payment or deposit of half the course fee is required 2 weeks before course date to secure seat.
  • Download Application Form

 

Basic Optimist Course
Learn how to sail the Optimist in two days. Basic sailing techniques, boat handling, rope work and sailing theory are some topics covered. Course fee includes first month Saturdays' afternoon training sessions.

Month

Day

Time

March

15th, 16th, 17th, 18th & 19th

1400 – 1700hrs

June

21st, 22nd, 23rd, 24th & 25th

1400 – 1700hrs

July/August

31st July & 1st Aug

1000 – 1700hrs

August

28th & 29th

1000 – 1700hrs

November

22nd, 23rd, 24th ,25th & 26th

1400 – 1700hrs

December

13th, 14th, 15th, 16th & 17th

1400 – 1700hrs

  • Requirement: 8 - 14 yrs old
  • Duration: 10:00am to 5:00pm (2-day course)
                  2:00pm to 5:00pm (5-afternoon course)
  • Course Fee: 2-day course $150 (Member) / $300 (Guest) - Lunch is provided
                     5-day course $170 (Member) / $340 (Guest) - Lunch is not provided
  • Venue: RSYC Seasports Academy
  • Additional 7% GST applies and subject to change on 1st January 2010.
  • Arrangement can be made for groups with a minimum of 4 participants on requested dates.
  • Full payment or deposit of half the course fee is required 2 weeks before course date to secure seat.
  • Download Application Form

Dinghy Practice
After completing the basic course, sailors are encouraged to continue sailing with the weekly Saturday training sessions.

  • Day: Saturday Afternoon
  • Time: 2.00pm to 5.00pm
  • Venue: RSYC
  • Fee: $10/session for Member
           $20/session for Guest
  • Additional 7% GST applies and subject to change on 1st January 2010.
  • Arrangement can be made for groups with a minimum of 3 participants on requested dates.
  • Arrangement is subjected to the availability of the skipper.

Keelboat Shoot Out
Every last Saturday afternoon of the month, RSYC propose to members a fun and enjoyable sailing race and practice on our J24 Keelboat.

  • Time: 2:00pm to 6:00pm
  • Venue: RSYC
  • Fee: $15/session for Member
          
    $30/session for Guest
  • Additional 7% GST applies and subject to change on 1st January 2010.
  • Arrangement can be made for groups with a minimum of 4 participants on requested dates.
  • Arrangement is subjected to the availability of the skipper.

For reservations and enquiries, contact Sailing Department at sailing@rsyc.org.sg or Tel: 6768 9336.

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