Discover Sailing - CYCSA

Discover Sailing

The Cruising Yacht Club is passionately committed to investing in the future of our sport and in SA. The Youth Sailing Foundation pathway caters for teens through to veterans and introduces sailing and develops personal and team skills. 

To find out more about our programs and which pathway is right for you please contact our Head Coach, Dale Geddes at: [email protected]

Discover Sailing
Open to participants over 13 years of age
, perfect for families or individuals wanting to give sailing a go. Hitting the water on the clubs fleet of Elliott 7s, the experience will offer a taste of both the club and also a feel of sailing the beautiful waters of Gulf St Vincent.

Youth Sailing Programs 
It provides a fun and accessible entry into sailing and gives participants the opportunity to improve and develop advanced skills and techniques. It is ideal for those wishing to learn to sail but are not interested in capsizing or going for a swim!

YSF Training Squads 
Ideal for 13-25 year olds. Training Squad Programs include, Summer Squad, Summer Holiday Squad, Winter Development Squad and Winter Performance Squad. Our Youth Sailing Foundation is designed to foster and develop young people into becoming the sailing champions of the future. Along the way we are proud to impart life skills such as planning, resilience, strategy and the competitive drive to propel our sailors towards personal and national goals and the prospect of future professional sailing or marine industry livelihoods.

AS Keelboat Program 
The Australian Sailing Keelboat Scheme is an exciting development for sailing in Australia and offers the perfect Adult Learn to Sail introduction to the sport. Ideal for ages 16+ (or 12 years with participating guardian).