FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Does a lesson get cancelled when it’s raining?
No. Rain isn’t going to stop us. AusSea Sailing School will cancel a session if there is more than 25 knots of wind.
What happens if I need to cancel a lesson?
If you cancel 48 hours beforehand, we’ll reschedule your lesson at no extra charge. If you do cancel within 48 hours we have to charge you a rescheduling fee of $25, which will cover our costs for cancelling an instructor.
What do I need to bring?
Make sure you bring a hat, sun screen and some water and that you wear shoes with white (soft) soles. If rain is forecasted, please bring a spray jacket.
Where can I find AusSea Sailing School?
AusSea Sailing School is based in Kogarah Bay at the Botany Bay Yacht Club (BBYC). The address is 44 Endeavour Street, Sans Souci.
Where do we sail?
AusSea Sailing School teaches on Botany Bay – we believe the best waters to learn how to sail in Sydney. Unlike Sydney Harbour, Botany Bay is very safe and we usually enjoy stronger winds as well, while Botany Bay is not as choppy and busy as Port Jackson.
What time do the sessions start and finish?
The first session starts at 9.30am and the second one starts at 1pm on all weekdays and in the weekends. The lessons run for three hours. During the summer season we also run a twilight session during the weekends, which runs from 4pm to 7pm.
What type of yachts does AusSea Sailing School use?
We’ll take you out in a J24, the most popular keel race yacht in the world. A J24 is ideal for training purposes, because it is very stabile, safe and responsive.
What is the maximum number of students on the boat?
AusSea Sailing School likes to keep the groups small, so every students is getting plenty time on the helm, trim and lots of attention. Three students and one instructor is the maximum. This will give everyone plenty of time to practice.
What’s the story with practice sessions?
After finishing the Start Sailing Course you will be entitled to do as many practice sessions as you like for a period of three months. This is a great way to keep your skills up.
Is it hard to find a crewing position on one of the yachts at BBYC?
No. BBYC is the biggest keelboat club in Botany Bay and if you have finished the Skipper and Spinnaker Course you’ll be a popular crew member. It also pays of to become a member of the club, so you find out about available crew positions first hand. Talk to the instructor if you would like to crew on one of the yachts of BBYC and we’ll help you to get in contact with the skipper.
