Join Sailing at Mooloolaba Yacht Club
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The Mooloolaba Yacht Club offers diverse sailing participation opportunities for all ages and skill levels.
- Training sessions: Youth keelboat training using Elliott 6s for kids moving beyond dinghies; women's sailing classes focused on skill development and fun; advanced sailing skills groups.
- Play opportunities: Regular racing events include Wednesday Afternoon Bay Races, Sunday Bay and Short Offshore Races, and Friday Twilight Family River Racing (Rum Runners) on Elliott 6s keelboats.
- Membership: The club has about 273 members, including a strong women's program with 34% female membership. New members can join to access youth programs, women’s sailing, and ocean keelboat racing.
- Programs: SheSails women’s program, youth keelboat, ocean keelboat, fleet and match racing. The club is progressing towards Discover Sailing accreditation to further enhance participation pathways.
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| Activities : | Water Sports - Sailing |
| Gender : | Any |
| Days : | Undisclosed - Contact Organiser |
| Age Group : | 18 to 25, 26 to 35, 36 to 50, 51 to 65, 65+ |
| Level : | Undisclosed - Contact Organiser |
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