Melbourne Dockland Sailing School
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Our ‘learn to sail’ instruction rates start at $25.00 per hour per person* with that you get to sail a boat and learn how to sail, that’s cheaper than going down to the local water way and hiring a yacht, catamaran or windsurfer and be left to fend for yourself.
We find, as many others do, that sailing is more than a sport; it's a way of life, an appreciation of the outdoors. A place where you can meet like minded people, improve your lifestyle and take full advantage of Victoria Harbour –The Docklands and Port Phillip Bay.
The introductory course is designed to show you all the basics of sailing and is an inexpensive way to check out the sport. It's a great day out and an affordable way not only to go for a sail but to learn how to sail and experience the freedom associated with sailing.
Loose, comfortable clothing, white or clear soled shoes are needed. A small bag with sun cream, hat, sunnies, a sweater or windbreaker are some of the things YOU WILL NEED TO BRING, please refer to – ‘What to bring’ section on our web page for further information. Some water refreshment is strongly recommended.
*Group bookings for you and your friends are available (min 12 – max 18) Booking availability subject to previous booking commitments.
So pick a day and Sail away!
Corporate Trainer and Team Builder Charts New Waters
Trainer Tony Legg charts new waters
Leela de Kretser
09 Dec 03
LEARNING port from starboard will be the latest craze in corporate team building if Tony Legg has anything to do with it.
A former teacher and sports trainer, the corporate mentor has taken to the not-so-high seas of the Docklands marina in order to help businesses understand the value of teamwork.
He is a director of Sea Leggs Sailing and Corporate Team Building, a division of the Docklands Sailing School. His hands-on courses give staff the chance to push themselves at the same time as learning to rely on each other.
"Sailing develops things like respect, co-operation, independence but also, interdependence," Mr Legg said.
"One of the classic things I've seen is that there's always an implied hierarchy and structure that people only look to themselves for the answers. They often discount the value other team members can make"
"But on a sailing boat, just because you have the helm doesn't mean it's going to work well. You're just as reliant on the people letting the ropes off as you are reliant those winching in the sails"
Events can range from just learning to sail and working as a team with the Day on the Bay program, through to team racing.
"How people accept direction, comments or criticism is part of the challenge of sailing and managing companies," he said.
"We talk about these things in relation to the profile of the individual company and how they come out in the intensity of a sailing boat."
He believes sailing also mirrors the business environment in that each face external fluctuations.
"You are working with things that fluctuate and change. Sailing because of the wind and the weather," he said.
© Herald and Weekly Times.
A 2 Hour 'Fun' Sail
A 2 hour sail, with a Certified Instructor, designed to give an insight into sailing at an affordable price. You will sail and steer the boat!
Let your sailing experience begin on Melbourne’s uncovered secret, Victoria Harbour – The Docklands or the Historic Maritime precinct of Hobson’s Bay and Williamstown.
Dockland Sailing School offers you the unique opportunity to experience sailing and gain a new perspective of Melbourne and its environs.
Afterwards you can enjoy a drink at a dockside bar or you may choose to enjoy a sumptuous meal at any of the outstanding Docklands cafes and restaurants.
Our yachts are skippered by Australian Yachting Federation Accredited Instructors to ensure you have a safe and FUN introduction to sailing.
From $89.00* per person (minimum 6) on one of our beautiful yachts
You don’t have to organise five other friends, as you can also join our waiting list.
