Adult Learn to Sail courses running Saturday Afternoons this term

The sailing school still has spots available for it’s Saturday Afternoon Adult Learn to Sail course.

If you have always thought about learning to sail, this is your chance! So come down to VA12SC, meet some like minded people, make some new friends, and get out on the harbour! You also get to chill out on the deck and have a drink as you watch the Saturday racing on the harbour. All from one of the best clubs in Sydney!

The course runs from 12:30 to 2:30 each Saturday for 9 weeks, commencing on the 14th of October.

Find out more, and sign up here

Club Championship Round 1

The first races of the season, and Races 1 and 2 of the Club championship, were run on Sunday in shifty, ENE conditions. With the wind swinging 180 degrees just before the start, the RO of the day, Geoff Golovsky, was seen scratching his head.

Race 1 saw Shake a Leg, steered by Emma Badger, sail a great race, picking the shifts early to establish a strong lead. She held on for the rest of the race and finished with a gap of over 2 minutes to the next boat. Infinity, skippered by Ed Story, came in 2nd, sailing a strong race. Back In Action, Sol Golovsky, finished in 3rd and Chicken Dinner, with Lachlan Keyte at the helm, in 4th.

Race 2 started in better breeze with a gentle, but building NE wind. Emma Badger again won the start and sailed consistently up the first work, picking the pressure, and rounding the top mark 1st. She displayed good boat handling around the course. Sol Golovsky returned to contention in Race 2, and kept the pressure on Emma, finishing only 29s behind. Ed Story came in 3rd, and Lachlan Keyte, despite lots of encouragement from the sidelines, came in 4th.

Club Championship Standings after Heat 1

1 Shake a Leg (Emma Badger) 2 points

2 Infinity (Ed story) and Back In Action (Sol Golovsky) tied on 5 points

4 Chicken Dinner (Lachlan Keyte) 8 points

Full Scratch and Handicap Results can be found here

New Member Induction - 22nd October

The first New-Member induction of the season is being held at the club at 12:30pm on Sunday 22nd of October, run by new club secretary Geoff Golovsky.

It will provide an overview of club operations, and cover the safe use of the club facilities, including boat storage shed, deck and ramp. It will also cover boat launching/retrieval and vessel operation.

The induction is an important safety step in the process for new members who are keen to volunteer and get involved at the club, and it is also a mandatory step for those wishing to operate club vessels.

If you are a new member this is a great way to meet other members.

Please register to let us know you will be attending. Register here.

Sailing School - term starts 14th & 15th October - Spots available

This term’s Sailing school programs start on the 14th and 15th of October. The term runs for 9 weeks until the 10th December

Saturday afternoon 12pm-2pm: Adult Start Sailing 1 & Start Sailing 2

Saturday afternoon 12pm-2pm: Kids Start Sailing 1 & Start Sailing 2

Sunday Mornings 8:30am-10:30am: Start Sailing 1 & Start Sailing 2

Sunday Mornings 10am-12pm: Start Racing & Better Racing

Sunday Mornings 10:30am-12:30pm: Adventure Sailing

To see this and other Term dates, check out the 23/24 Club Calendar here

More detailed information on our courses can be found here. If you would like to book into one of our programs, you can do so here.

Got someone you’d like to learn to sail with? Forward them this email and get them to sign up too!

Holiday Camps - first week starts 25th September

There are still spots available for next weeks Holiday Camp.

Camp can be booked here

Sabot Spring Training Camp - 3rd - 6th October

This season’s Sabot training camp is running this school holidays from the 3rd to the 6th of October.

The 4 day camp is open to sailors from all clubs and will incorporate race coaching and tactics, and preparation for upcoming State and National Championships.

It runs from 8:30 to 3:30 each day.

The camp can be booked here

Sailing School - Week 1 - 14th & 15th October

This term’s Sailing school programs start on the 14th and 15th of October. The term runs for 9 weeks until the 10th December

Saturday afternoon 12pm-2pm: Start Sailing 1 & Start Sailing 2

Sunday Mornings 8:30am-10:30am: Start Sailing 1 & Start Sailing 2

Sunday Mornings 10am-12pm: Start Racing & Better Racing

Sunday Mornings 10:30am-12:30pm: Adventure Sailing

To see this and other Term dates, check out the 23/24 Club Calendar here

More detailed information on our courses can be found here. If you would like to book into one of our programs, you can do so here.

Got someone you’d like to learn to sail with? Forward them this email and get them to sign up too!

Racing starts 8 October

Just over 2 weeks until the first race of the season!

Season 23/24 kicks off on the 8th of October with Heat 1 of the Sabot and Flying 11 Club Championships.

Sabot briefing 10:15am. Sabot starts 11am.

There will be a season opening BBQ for all member starting at 2pm

Looking forward to seeing everyone down at the club for a great season of racing.

Stored boats

A quick reminder that any boats stored in the boat shed and not racing this season need to be removed from the club prior to the start of the season on October 8. If you are no longer a member and do not wish to continue to store your boat at the club, please get in touch to arrange access and collection prior to this date.

23/24 Season Opening! - 8th October

The first race of the season is almost here!

Racing at VA12SC kicks off on the 8th October, starting with Race 1 of the season 23/24 Club Championship.

So get down to the club and make sure your boat and gear is race ready!

We look forward to seeing everyone on the start line for the first race of what’s shaping up to be a great season!

93rd AGM of the VA12SC

The 93rd AGM of the VA12SC was held at the club last night. Many thanks to all those who attended.

The committee for the upcoming season was elected and is comprised of the following members:

Commodore: Robert Ugarte

Vice Commodore: Alex Badger

Rear Commodore: Brett Richards

Treasurer: Julie Vasadi

Secretary: Geoff Golovsky

Club Captain: David McKelvey

Sabot Representative: Sally Badger

The committee is excited about the season ahead and looking forward to seeing everyone down at the club soon.

Boat Storage

For those storing their boats at the club, a reminder that it is a condition of storage that you are a financial member in the current season, and all your storage fees are paid up to date.

If you wish to keep storing your boat at the club, please ensure you renew your membership and pay your storage fees prior to the season opening on the 8th of October.

You can renew your membership here. You will be able to take out the appropriate storage for your boat during the renewal process.

If you no longer wish to store your boat at the club, please have it removed prior to the start of the season on the 8th of October to make room for active boats.

As all are aware, storage is limited at our small club, so we need to prioritises those boats that are actively sailing. As such, any boats stored after this time that have not paid for storage will be removed from the club, or, at the committee’s discretion, become club property for the use of members.

We appreciate your assistance and understanding with this matter.

Season Opening BBQ

The first race of the season is on the 8th October and the club will be putting on an afternoon BBQ on that day for members and their guests to kick off the new season!

We look forward to seeing everyone down at the club on the Sunday afternoon from 3pm.

Spring Holiday Camps booking up fast!

Spring holiday camps are open for booking and filling up fast!

Our kids school holiday camps are running for both weeks of the holidays. So jump online and get booking!

Week 1 is 25 -29 September

Week 2 is 3 - 6 October.

Camps are Drop & Go, from 8:30 - 3:30 every day.

Link to the booking page is here.

Kids will spend the week sailing, paddle boarding, swimming and exploring the harbour!

Any questions just give us a shout at sailingschool@va12sc.org.au

No experience necessary!

2023 AGM - Wednesday 13th September. 6.30 pm.

The AGM will be held on Wednesday the 13th of September at 6.30 pm

All Members Welcome.

Holiday Camps - Spring School Holidays

Get in quickly before they book out, with Sydney starting to heat up we are looking forward to hosting two great weeks of fun!

Amazing opportunity to enjoy Sydney harbour for all kids with activities like Sailing, Stand-up paddle boarding, Beach games, swimming and more!

Dates below:

Mon 25 Sep 2023 09:00 - Fri 29 Sep 2023 15:00

Tue 03 Oct 2023 09:00 - Fri 06 Oct 2023 15:00

Booking Link: https://www.revolutionise.com.au/va12ftsc/events/

Please email: Sailingschool@va12sc.org.au if you have any questions or need help with booking.

We look forward to welcoming you down at the club!

Club Open Saturday and Sunday!

At our Committee Meeting last night, it was confirmed that the club will be open Saturday and Sunday mornings from 8 am during term 3.

WEEKEND RUN SHEET - Term 3.

Saturday 8 am Club Open until 1 pm for training and parental guidance. Private lessons can be booked in advance for the following Saturday. Come down and rig your boat and get advice from our dedicated coaches.

Sunday 8 am Club Open until 2 pm for training and Term 3 Sailing School. Group lessons are available and assistance in rigging and on water safety training for parents.

Let’s get in early this Summer, dust off the fleet, and get some salt on our brows. There is plenty to do and lots of fun to be had so come on down and we will get you active.

POWERBOAT COURSES Expressions of interest are invited.

We are planning to host a few powerboat courses this Spring depending on demand so please let us know if you are interested. Course fee $400.

Volunteers Required

As you know our little club relies on the hard work and dedication of our parents and volunteers so, while asking what the club can do for you, ask what you can do for the club.

We need help on the water on the deck and beach and in the canteen.

Everyone can help to make the club a better place for all so please put your hand up and offer assistance.

Your club needs you!

The Days are Getting Longer

With the days suddenly getting longer we are warming up down at the club.

Sunday Classes have already begun and Saturday mornings start in August.

We have some great coaches signed up this season and they have some grand plans.

So make sure you are receiving Kutti News each Thursday morning and it's not going to your junk.

Or you can check out our website for all the news at  va12sc.org.au  and sign up for what promises to be a great summer on the bay.