Discover Keelboat Sailing Experience 

Update 8/3/24: Due to the extreme heat forecast over the weekend, RGYC has cancelled the Discover Keelboat Sailing Experiences. People with existing bookings have been contacted directly.

Ever wanted to try sailing? Here’s a great opportunity to get out on Corio Bay and get a taste of what is involved! Royal Geelong Yacht Club will offer its Learn to Sail Keelboat course at the Wooden Boat Festival Geelong.

Each participant will receive a 3 hour experience from start to finish and learn the basics of sailing during this time. These basics can then be built on in the full RGYC course.

Program Dates: Saturday 9th March - 1:00pm - 4:00pm / Sunday 10th March - 9:00am - 12:00pm or 1:00pm - 4:00pm.

Boat: RS21 (Keelboat) - 4 people per boat

Age: 16 - 85 Years Old

Meeting Point: Soos' bar out the front of the RGYC clubhouse.

Cost: $130 per person

Please Note: A valid Australian Sailing number is required to participate. Follow directions from the registration page to sign up for your FREE membership.

Display Your Wooden Boat

Calling all wooden boat enthusiasts! We invite you to be a part of the Wooden Boat Festival Geelong and display your cherished vessel in all its glory.

This is your chance to share your passion for these timeless nautical treasures and be a star of the show.