Tackers at Westernport is about to enter its 5th Year. Since beginning the courses in December 2007 we have seen around 150 children pass through the Westernport Tackers Centre. Last season saw 81 children take part in either Tackers 1, 2 or 3 programs. We expect to see many of these children return this coming season. Several children have purchased their own boats and are now competing in Club races and in other regattas around the State and Australia. We have been running this program in conjunction with Merricks Yacht Club who have been active participants and keen promoters of the program.

“Tackers” learn to sail program is aimed at Primary School aged children. It provides fully accredited Instructors with Yachting Australia. We are one of 10 official Tackers Centres in Victoria

Do we need  our own boat to learn to sail?

The Westernport Tackers Centre has 10 boats which were purchased through the generosity of several sponsors. Life jackets are supplied for all participants.

All children receive a cap, water bottle and t-shirt at the commencement of Tackers 1. Other goodies are received for the Tackers 2 & 3 courses.