2022 Working Bee.

Our annual working bee got off to a flying start last Sunday with plenty of overdue tasks being attended to.

There is still lots to get through before the season starts so if you can help then please let us know and we can allocate a task. There will be various jobs underway over the next couple of weeks and we hope to see you for the final day of works on Sunday the 4th of September.

On that day we will start at 9 am and serve a BBQ lunch at 1pm for all of the hungry workers.

If you can help out between now and then or if you can come down on the 4th then please register your interest by emailing sailing@va12sc.org.au.

Saturday Socials

Term 3 winter kids movie nights are scheduled from 6-9pm on 30th July, 13th August and 10th September. We will be showing movies and clips to inspire our youngsters to aim high both on and off the water.

These social evenings are free for VA12SC members, however, please RSVP here so we can cater to your children on the evening.

Pre-season Working Bees

As a volunteer club we rely on our members to help maintain the clubhouse and its property. Pre-season we run two working bees to ensure the club is clean and in working order for the start of the season in late September. This year our working bees are scheduled for the 21st of August and the 4th of September.

These days are a fantastic opportunity to meet other members within our community. We would appreciate your help, no prior experience with tools needed!

F11 open day this Sunday 31st July

With the success of our first F11 open day, we have scheduled two more F11 days before the start of the season.

When: 31/7, 11/9. Each session is 10am-12pm. Arriving dressed and ready to sail is recommended.

Who: Sailors aged 9-14 years old. Attendance on these open days is free for members, however bookings are essential.

RSVP by emailing the head coach here.

Summer is fast approaching

The sun is on it’s way back towards us and we are all looking forward to another great season down at the club.

Our season calendar will be published soon and it will include lots of activities in the club and on the water for children and parents.

Make sure to read Kutti News each Thursday morning for the latest announcements.

We look forward to seeing you at the club.

Friday Socials

Term 3 winter kids movie nights are scheduled from 6-9pm on 30th July, 13th August and 10th September. We will be showing movies and clips to inspire our youngsters to aim high both on and off the water.

These social evenings are free for VA12SC members, however, please RSVP here so we can cater to your children on the evening.

Pre-season Working Bees

As a volunteer club we rely on our members to help maintain the clubhouse and its property. Pre-season we run two working bees to ensure the club is clean and in working order for the start of the season in late September. This year our working bees are scheduled for the 21st of August and the 4th of September.

These days are a fantastic opportunity to meet other members within our community. We would appreciate your help, no prior experience with tools needed!

Upcoming F11 open day

With the success of our first F11 open day, we have scheduled two more F11 days before the start of the season.

When: 31/7, 11/9. Each session is 10am-12pm. Arriving dressed and ready to sail is recommended.

Who: Sailors aged 9-14 years old. Attendance on these open days is free for members, however bookings are essential.

RSVP by emailing the head coach here.

F11 open day was a success!

Sailors enjoyed the morning on the harbour learning the ropes of the club flying elevens.

Flying Eleven Day - Sunday 26th June

We are excited to announce our Flying Eleven (F11) open day this Sunday 26th June 2022.

Our Winter Sailing group will be sailing the club Flying Elevens in the morning. Any sailing school participant from this past season (term 4 2021 and term 1 2022) is welcome to join in the fun, from 10am-12pm.

The sailors, supported by our qualified coaches, will learn the fundamentals of flying eleven steering and crewing. 

The forecast is for light winds, perfect for having a go in a new boat. F11s have three sails, a mainsail (like sabots and PJs), a jib (like a pacer) and spinnaker, an additional sail that is hoisted when sailing on a reach or downwind. Interested to see what the F11s are like in action? Check out this short youtube video.

Participates must be club members & be accompanied at the clubhouse by a parent/guardian.

This is a free event for members only. Places are limited, RSVP here by Friday 23rd June 2022.

Season Presentation 2022

Sunday 15th May 3pm

The Season Presentation is a celebration of the sailing season for the sailors and parents alike. This day recognises the efforts and successes of our sailors across all fleets. This includes our sailing school participants from term 1, who will receive their graduation certificates on the day.

All competitors, members, sailing school participants and their families are invited to the Season Presentation to enjoy a free family dinner on the day. The canteen will be open to purchase beverages. Why not bring a dessert to share. Please RSVP here to help us cater for the event.

On the day we will also be taking our annual stair photo. This tradition has been has been at VA12SC for generations and due to COVID constraints we haven’t taken this photo in 2 years.

The attached stair image is from 1993 Dennis Conner, American Cup Winner.

Kutti Cocktails - Last chance to secure tickets

This Saturday 30th April, secure your tickets here.

After a sold out event in 2021, this year is fast approaching capacity.

The theme is black white and sparkle, not black tie. Enjoy a memorable night at VA12SC celebrating you - the people who make our club so special. The event is for our sailing community and everyone is welcome to attend, members, non-members, supporters, parents, volunteers, friends and family.

Winter Sailing 2022

Starting this Sunday 1st of May. Places are limited, book here

Running for the second year, Winter Sailing at VA12SC is a program curated for sailors to maintain and develop their sailing and racing skills in the off season. Coaches will work in small groups tailoring the sailing sessions to the sailors current skill level, maximising learning.

The unique program will involve 10 Sunday sailing sessions running fortnightly through winter, with a break over July. Each Sunday session will run from 8am-12pm, giving the sailors an additional 2 hours of coaching compared to the Term 1 & 4.

Course dates are: 1/5, 15/5, 29/5, 12/6, 26/6, (Break), 31/7, 14/8, 28/8, 11/9, 25/9. Term 4 Sunday Sailing School will commence in October.

Season Presentation 2022

Sunday 15th May 3pm

The Season Presentation is a celebration of the sailing season for the sailors and parents alike. This day recognises the efforts and successes of our sailors across all fleets. This includes our sailing school participants from term 1, who will receive their graduation certificates on the day.

All competitors, members, sailing school participants and their families are invited to the Season Presentation to enjoy a free family dinner on the day. Please RSVP here to help us cater for the event.

SEASON FINALE

It has been a tough year on and off the water so help us see it out with a bang. Kutti Cocktails is next weekend! It is black white and sparkle, not black tie, so make sure you have your tickets and come down and have some fun. Non-members are also invited so tell your friends. We look forward to seeing you there.

On the 15th May we have our end-of-season BBQ and presentation evening where the kids can come down too and celebrate the end of another summer. All sailing school kids will receive their certificates and dinner is on us.

See you all at the club.

Kutti Cocktails - tickets selling fast

After a sold out event in 2021, this year is fast approaching capacity.

Just over a week away, secure your tickets here.

Enjoy a memorable night at VA12SC celebrating you - the people who make our club so special. Members, supporters, parents, volunteers, friends and family are all welcome to the over 18 event.

Season Presentation 2022

Save the date: Sunday 15th May 2022 from 3pm

The Season Presentation is a celebration of the sailing season for the sailors and parents alike.

This day recognises the efforts and successes of our sailors across all fleets. This includes our sailing school participants from term 1, who will receive their graduation certificates on the day.

All competitors, members, sailing school participants and their families are invited to the Season Presentation to enjoy a free family dinner on the day. The bar will also be open.

Kutti Cocktails - Secure your tickets

Kutti Cocktails is back! This is the event for you - the parents, supporters and volunteers who make our club so special. For the newer members of the club, this is always a very special night. Friends and guests are very welcome - bring them along and show them how magic the Amateurs is.

Building on the success of last year’s event we have the same team bringing you Kutti Cocktails 2022. We sold out last year, so get in early and book your tickets here

Season Presentation 2022

Save the date: Sunday 15th May 2022 from 3pm

All competitors, members, sailing school participants and their families are invited to our annual season presentation.

Our sailing school participants from term 1 will receive their certificates on the day.

The club will provide food for the event.

Winter Sailing 2022

Fortnightly from Sunday 1st May

Winter Sailing is a program curated for sailors to maintain and develop their sailing and racing skills in the off season. Coaches will work in small groups tailoring the sailing sessions to the sailors current skill level, maximising learning.

Winter sailing will involve 10 Sunday sailing sessions running fortnightly through winter, with a break over July. Each Sunday session will run from 8am-12pm, giving the sailors an additional 2 hours of coaching compared to the Term 1 & 4 sailing school.

The program’s dates are: 1/5, 15/5, 29/5, 12/6, 26/6, (break) 31/7, 14/8, 28/8, 11/9, 25/9.

Places are limited, book here