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NSW - Dinghy Assistant Instructor Course - Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron

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Sat 21 Sep 2024 08:30 — 17:00
Australian Sailing - Dinghy Assistant Instructor

Course information

This course is sold out.

Please allow 5-7 days for your qualification to be processed. 

Having trouble registering?

This system requires the preresquites to be already on your profile. You are able to upload these directly here. Should you still have any issues or have any questions please do not hesitate to contact the NSW Club Support Team (See contact details here)

 

Venue

Please note, that venue and course dates may change at any stage for operational requirements. All registered participants will be advised as soon as possible of any changes.


Course Overview

This course focuses on the skills that an Assistant Instructor will need to assist a qualified Australian Sailing Instructor in delivering dinghy training courses. This qualification is for those who wish to progress in the sport by helping others who are learning.

Course Prerequisites

  • Minimum age of 12 years old

  • Water confident

  • Comply with relevant State Maritime Licence requirements

Who should do this course?

This course is for anyone wishing to work / help out at an accredited Australian Sailing Discover Sailing Centre or those wishing to go on to become a Dinghy Instructor. It's a great introduction to instructing for teenagers and also others wanting to help out at their Centre, such as parents, volunteers, etc.

Course Outcome

The course aims to provide you with a good foundation in the structure of the Dinghy Program, including an awareness of the fundamental skills, effective communication skills and an introduction to risk management. 

Pending your success, you will gain the Dinghy Assistant Instructor qualification. 

 

We recognise that some of our course participants are completing the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award and may be using sailing and/or club membership to complete one or more sections of The Award. To learn more, click here