Courses and Lessons

Atlas Sailing has courses in Sailing, Powerboating, Yachting and we have a Racing program. Our course schdule outlines each couse and the dates / times available. We also publish some Private Events on this page - keep an eye out for our special events.

Keelboat Sailing Courses

Keelboat Start Skippering (L4 - 4 sessions)

Keelboat Start Skippering (L4 - 4 sessions)

12 hrs - 4x3hr sessions

$720.00 incl. GST

Start Skippering (L4) Learn to Skipper and Seamanship - You will now advance your sailing skills and safety knowledge to enable you to skipper unsupervised in sheltered waters.

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Keelboat Spinnaker [L5 - 4 sessions]

Keelboat Spinnaker [L5 - 4 sessions]

12hrs - 4x3hr lessons

$720.00 incl. GST

Spinnaker Course (L5) - Learn to Use Spinnakers. 4x3hr lessons - min crew size of 3 required. REGISTER YOUR INTEREST or CALL FOR BOOKING

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Keelboat Racing [L6 - 4 sessions] - One Weekend

Keelboat Racing [L6 - 4 sessions] - One Weekend

2 Day WE - 12 hrs

$720.00 incl. GST

Racing Fundamentals - You will now learn the basic racing rules of sailing, skills and tactics and gain an understanding of what is expected of a racing crew on a small boat.

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Keelboat Start Crewing (L2 - 4 sessions)

Keelboat Start Crewing (L2 - 4 sessions)

12hrs - 4x3hr lessons

$640.00 incl. GST

If you are new to sailing, then the Start Crewing short course is the first step in your sailing journey! This course is an introduction to the basics of crewing and sailing on a keelboat. Choose a combination of four (4) lessons to complete the entire skill level. The flexibility of when you do the lessons is yours (subject to minimum numbers required).

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Keelboat Discover Sailing Experience (L1 - 3hrs)

Keelboat Discover Sailing Experience (L1 - 3hrs)

3hrs - 1 session

$150.00 incl. GST

This is the 'taster' for anyone who wants to discover sailing for the first time or wants a new experience. If you know a bit and want to have a taste of keelboat sailing on Sydney Harbour. A great way to start your sailing journey!

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Keelboat Start Helming (L3 - 4 sessions)

Keelboat Start Helming (L3 - 4 sessions)

12 hrs - 4x3hr lessons

$640.00 incl. GST

The Level 3 course develops both your theory and practical skills to confidently take control on the helm. Choose a combination of four (4) lessons to complete the entire skill level. The flexibility of when you do the lessons is yours (subject to minimum numbers required). Price Spring/Summer - $640 from 6 Oct.

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Keelboat Training Session (Private)

3hrs

$450.00 incl. GST

Book your private keelboat training or coaching session on our Keelboats (Surprise 25 / Hick 30) training yacht. Our experienced and professional instructors will be tailor session to your needs. REGISTER YOUR INTEREST or CALL FOR BOOKING.

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Private Courses & Events

Cruise - Boxing Day [6hrs]

Cruise - Boxing Day [6hrs]

6hrs on water

$250.00 incl. GST

Iconic Race Start . . Join us on Boxing Day for the start of the world famous Sydney to Hobart yacht race. This is one of the great summer events in Sydney, when Australians take to the harbour in force to witness the spectacle and to cheer on the yachts.

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New Year's Eve Cruise

New Year's Eve Cruise

8-10 hrs

$650.00 incl. GST

Iconic NYE Event Join us on our either Beneteau 40.7 or Hunter 38 located in Mosman Bay and anchoring close by for a view of the Harbour Bridge for an evening of celebrations.

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International Certificate of Competence (ICC) - Sail or Power (<10m)

International Certificate of Competence (ICC) - Sail or Power (<10m)

4hrs (Assessment) 2 hrs (Train)

$625.00 incl. GST

The ICC Direct Assessment can be secured through ab RYA Training Centre. It is a a test of competence that provides the student with an internationally recognised qualification. The ICC can be obtained for Sailing/Yachting and Power (<10m). Check Prices and Options for more detail.

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Hobart - Sydney 600NM Passage

Hobart - Sydney 600NM Passage

5-6 days

$1,950.00 incl. GST

Hobart to Sydney 6 Days of Blue Water Mile Building 7 - 13 January 2026

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Cruise - Sail GP Spectator

Cruise - Sail GP Spectator

5 Hrs . . 1:00pm - 6:00 pm

Free

Sail GP Spectator Cruise – Where Icons Meet Join us on for the best racing in the World – here on Sydney harbour. Saturday Feb 28 and/or Sunday Mar 1 for the world famous Sail GP sailing events. Individual $145pp, Group Booking 10% discount (two or more), Whole Boat (10 people) @ 20% discount @ $1,160 ($116pp)

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Information Open Night - Free BBQ

Information Open Night - Free BBQ

2hrs (incl. free BBQ)

Free

A free information evening (and BBQ) with Atlas Sailing in Mosman Bay. Take this opportunity to come along and meet the Atlas Sailing Team and find out about our comprehensive program of SEA SPREY program [Sailing, Powerbaoting, Racing, Education and Yachting]

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Try Yachting - 3 hr Sailing Experience

Try Yachting - 3 hr Sailing Experience

3 hrs -$175pp

$175.00 incl. GST

Experience the magic of sailing on Sydney Harbour on our 40ft cruising yacht. Single - $175pp, Group/Family (up to 5) - $800/group, Whole Boat (up to 10) - $1,450

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Powerboating Courses

FBC - Orientation Training (3hr)

FBC - Orientation Training (3hr)

3hrs

Free

Freedom Boat Club - New Member Orientation [Private Course]

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NSW Recreational Boat Licence - 1 Day Course

NSW Recreational Boat Licence - 1 Day Course

8hrs - One Day

$395.00 incl. GST

Get Your NSW Boat Licence and PWC License with Atlas Maritime Training (AMT) and Maritime Training School (MTS) - $395pp. Option - PWC Licence Course - Mosman - add $120pp (same day)

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FBC - Near Coastal Theory Session

3hrs (Virtual Classroom)

Free

The objective of the course is to qualify FBC Members to take powerboat into Open Water (restricted area) as part of the Membership Services. Each Member will need to attend both Theory and practical sessions to gain knowledge and practical experience to a minimum standard to complete a short coastal passage by day.

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FBC - Near Coastal Practical Session

4.5 Hrs

$525.00 incl. GST

The objective of the course is to qualify FBC Members to take powerboat into Open Water (restricted area) as part of the Membership Services. Each Member will need to attend both Theory and practical sessions to gain knowledge and practical experience to a minimum standard to complete a short coastal passage by day.

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AS Powerboat Handling - Theory & Practical Training

AS Powerboat Handling - Theory & Practical Training

8hrs 9am-5pm

$395.00 incl. GST

This Australian Sailing Coure course is tailored for all sailors, instructors and coaches wanting to gain quaifications at sailing clubs, AMSA Coxswain Grade 3 and/or a for completion of NSW Recreational Boat Licence Logbook practical. The course is delivered by a 4 hr Theory Course (virtual) and a one-day Practical session (on-water). Base at Mosamn bay with Pickup/Drop in Rose Bay Marina or Elizabeth Bay Marina Wharf - 30mins prior (8:30am) - $15pp extra

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AS Safety Boat Operator

AS Safety Boat Operator

12hrs - 4h (Theory) & 8h (Prac)

$525.00 incl. GST

This course provides the skills needed to support water-based activities at clubs, schools and outdoor recreation centres. You'll learn about racecourse design, practise on-water rescue of dinghies and gain an awareness of techniques to support kite surfers and kayaks.

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