Tweed Valley Sailing Club

Saturdays 18th, 25th July, 1st Aug. 8.30-3.00 each Saturday.

This Course will be conducted with on-shore instruction, followed by experienced volunteers providing personal One-to-One practice on the water in our Club Pacer and Corsair sailing dinghies. 

The aim of this introductory course is for all participants to be able to steer (and crew) a sailing dinghy on all points of sailing in light to moderate conditions in sheltered waters. Then be eligible for regular sailing on the Tweed River at our friendly Sailing Club.

The three-day course will include:

• Safety
• Boat and Sail handling
• Capsize Drill
• Upwind and Downwind Sailing
• Tacking and Gybing
• Parts of the boat and rope work
• Wind, tide and weather considerations

Participants should be fit and be able to swim 25 metres and be agile (there is a lot of moving from one side of the boat to the other, quickly, and under a boom).

Participants should bring a packed lunch each day, aqua shoes, water bottle, blockout, and wear a sunhat.  A wetsuit or thermal or wool top with spray jacket. A pair of gloves is also handy to bring (there’s lots of pulling on ropes).

Club boats available: Seven 14’ Pacers, Six X3s, Two 16’ Corsairs and Safety craft. Life Jackets provided. Other Club facilities are limited.  

Learning to sail as an adult offers a unique combination of personal growth, adventure, and relaxation. Unlike many hobbies, sailing challenges both the mind and body, fostering problem-solving skills, confidence, and resilience. It provides a meaningful escape from routine, encouraging connection with nature and promoting mindfulness as one navigates wind, water, and weather. Adults often bring greater patience, discipline, and appreciation to the learning process, making it a deeply rewarding pursuit. Whether for solo exploration or shared experiences with others, sailing opens up a world of freedom and discovery at any age.

Cost: $265 – this includes a Sail Pass for the 3 days. All proceeds go to fuel and maintenance costs for our club, sailing and rescue boats. All instructors are volunteers. 

Maximum number 7 – so register and pay early

More general information contact John Hayward on 0431 025497 or Monique on 0409 761 908.

$265 Bank Transfer Required to confirm entry – please include your name when paying.

Bank details:

Bank: Westpac

Account name: Tweed Valley SC

BSB:032-552

Account No.111450

$265 Includes Sail Pass for Course for 3 days

Tuesday 7th – Thursday 9th July 2026

8.30am – 3.00pm each day

at TVSC container, near Fingal Boat Harbour and Launching Ramp, Fingal, NSW

For All Children 9 -17 years.

The three-day course will include:

• Safety
• Boat and Sail handling
• Capsize Drill
• Upwind and Downwind Sailing
• Tacking and Gybing
• Wind and tide considerations

Click here for more details and to register.

Welcome to all students and volunteers for the above Courses. Our ‘Handbook’ for this course can be downloaded and printed by hitting the ‘Try’ in the Menu above, then ‘here’ on the first page. Looking forward to seeing you all at the Club container, Fingal 8.30am Saturday, Cheers, JH

Racing is on this Sunday with juniors in the morning.

Skippers, please register for Sunday’s event via the calendar on our website.

The briefing is at midday, and the racing is not before 1 pm.

Juniors registration, for the morning session, is here.

For the afternoon racing, please fill in this form if you’d be interested in crewing (no experience necessary). A skipper may contact you. Or come along on the day (the earlier, the better) to see if you can find a ride. Details on what to bring are here. Skippers, your list of available crew members is here.

The duty roster for the season needs volunteers. Please take a look and add yourself to a few slots.

Wednesday 8th – Friday 10th April 2026

8.30am – 3.00pm

at TVSC container, near Fingal Boat Harbour and Launching Ramp, Fingal, NSW

For All Children 9 -17 years.

The three-day course will include:

• Safety
• Boat and Sail handling
• Capsize Drill
• Upwind and Downwind Sailing
• Tacking and Gybing
• Wind and tide considerations

Click here for more details and to register.

Racing is on this Sunday with juniors in the morning.

Skippers, please register for Sunday’s event via the calendar on our website.

The briefing is at midday, and the racing is not before 1 pm.

Juniors registration, for the morning session, is here.

For the afternoon racing, please fill in this form if you’d be interested in crewing (no experience necessary). A skipper may contact you. Or come along on the day (the earlier, the better) to see if you can find a ride. Details on what to bring are here. Skippers, your list of available crew members is here.

The duty roster for the season needs volunteers. Please take a look and add yourself to a few slots.

Racing is on this Sunday with juniors in the morning.

Skippers, please register for Sunday’s event via the calendar on our website.

The briefing is at midday, and the racing is not before 1 pm.

Juniors registration, for the morning session, is here.

For the afternoon racing, please fill in this form if you’d be interested in crewing (no experience necessary). A skipper may contact you. Or come along on the day (the earlier, the better) to see if you can find a ride. Details on what to bring are here. Skippers, your list of available crew members is here.

The duty roster for the season needs volunteers. Please take a look and add yourself to a few slots.

Racing is on this Sunday with juniors in the morning.

Skippers, please register for Sunday’s event via the calendar on our website.

The briefing is at midday, and the racing is not before 1 pm.

Juniors registration, for the morning session, is here.

For the afternoon racing, please fill in this form if you’d be interested in crewing (no experience necessary). A skipper may contact you. Or come along on the day (the earlier, the better) to see if you can find a ride. Details on what to bring are here. Skippers, your list of available crew members is here.

The duty roster for the season needs volunteers. Please take a look and add yourself to a few slots.

Racing is on this Sunday with juniors in the morning.

Skippers, please register for Sunday’s event via the calendar on our website.

The briefing is at midday, and the racing is not before 1 pm.

Juniors registration, for the morning session, is here.

For the afternoon racing, please fill in this form if you’d be interested in crewing (no experience necessary). A skipper may contact you. Or come along on the day (the earlier, the better) to see if you can find a ride. Details on what to bring are here. Skippers, your list of available crew members is here.

The duty roster for the season needs volunteers. Please take a look and add yourself to a few slots.

Tomorrow is our last racing day for the year, with juniors in the morning.

Skippers, please register for the event via the calendar on our website.

The briefing is at midday, and the racing is not before 1 pm.

Juniors registration, for the morning session, is here.

We’re running the Bunnings BBQ on the 3rd of January. If you’re able to help out, then please pick an available time slot here.

For the afternoon racing, please fill in this form if you’d be interested in crewing (no experience necessary). A skipper may contact you. Or come along on the day (the earlier, the better) to see if you can find a ride. Details on what to bring are here. Skippers, your list of available crew members is here.

The duty roster for the season needs volunteers. Please take a look and add yourself to a few slots.