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A two-day holiday camp in Manly that teaches teens sailing, windsurfing, kayaking and SUP in a safe, social setting. Expert instructors focus on practical skills, beach trips and on-water confidence for ages 12–17.
A two-day holiday camp in Manly that teaches teens sailing, windsurfing, kayaking and SUP in a safe, social setting. Expert instructors focus on practical skills, beach trips and on-water confidence for ages 12–17.
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Operated by Manly Sailing · Manly, New South Wales
On the northern shore of Sydney’s harbour lies Manly, New South Wales, Australia, where the 2 Day Teens Holiday Camp runs from the Ground Floor of Manly Yacht Club on East Esplanade. Designed for ages 12–17, this two-day program turns a classroom of sky and salt into a hands-on playground where sailing, windsurfing, kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding become tools for building confidence and seamanship.
Each day opens with a safety briefing and gear check; instructors supply PFDs, boards and boats while participants bring secure footwear, a long-sleeve rash vest and a water bottle. Activity blocks rotate through dinghies, kayaks, SUPs and windsurfers so teens can sample core paddle and sail skills. Sessions balance drills—tacking, capsize recovery, paddle stroke mechanics—with guided explorations to nearby beaches and sheltered harbour coves when conditions allow. Complementary early drop-off and staggered pickup times make the schedule family-friendly: camps run 09:30–15:00 with early care from 08:30 and late pickup available to 17:30.
What makes this program a standout is its combination of progressive instruction and social energy. Instructors focus on practical skill-building—boat handling, righting a capsized small sailboat, wind-awareness and basic rescue protocol—while layering team games and short shorebased lessons that reinforce safety and situational awareness. The learning environment is deliberately social: kids rotate partners, help de-rig equipment and learn leadership by coaching peers under staff supervision.
The setting amplifies the experience. The Manly Yacht Club launch point puts teens on the edge of both calm harbour waters and the occasional open-swell pulse of the Pacific, offering a varied classroom of sand, rock and water. Expect golden sand beaches, wharf-side rigging areas and rock shelves that shape local currents; these features teach students to read wind shadows and tidal flow in real time.
Parents appreciate clear logistics: online waiver, sign-in at the Manly Sailing office, and a supplied info sheet listing clothing and footwear. Safety is non-negotiable—PFDs are mandatory and staff will alter activities if weather makes an activity unsafe.
This is an ideal program for families visiting Manly who want active summer days for teens, a chance to build nautical skills, and memories formed beyond a screen. Whether a participant ends the camp able to tack with confidence, launch a kayak into a quiet cove, or lead a shore-side warmup, the lasting return is practical competence and new friendships forged on water.
Sign-in happens at the back of the Manly Sailing office on the wharf level under Manly Yacht Club at East Esplanade; camps generally run 09:30–15:00 day with early drop-off from 08:30. The program accepts teens aged 12–17 and runs activity blocks of six hours per day, with instructors adjusting sessions around wind and tide to prioritize safety while maximizing on-water learning and exploration.
The program is for teens aged 12–17.
Sign-in is at the back of the Manly Sailing office on the wharf level beneath Manly Yacht Club on East Esplanade.
No prior experience is required; instructors teach foundational skills but participants should be comfortable in the water.
Staff will alter planned activities for safety and may shift to sheltered-water alternatives or shore-based lessons.
Yes—PFDs are supplied for all students; staff reserve the right to require a supplied PFD if a personal one is unsuitable.
Complimentary early drop-off starts at 08:30 and late pickup is available until 17:30 on camp days.
Manly Sailing is a water‑based activity provider located in Manly, New South Wales, offering a broad range of sailing, kayaking, and youth adventure programs. Operating from Manly Cove and sailing into Sydney Harbour, Manly Sailing runs kayak hires, guided kayak tours, taster sailing experiences on 24‑foot yachts, and multi‑day sailing and adventure camps for children and teens. The programme includes single sit‑on‑top kayak hire and guided 1.5‑hour kayak tours that visit beaches such as Store Beach and Collins Flat; taster sailing experiences and 2.5‑hour sailing trips on 24‑foot yachts; one‑day and multi‑day keelboat and yachting camps for ages 12–17; kids' learn‑to‑sail Opti and advanced Optimist/O’pen Skiff courses; windsurfing, snorkelling and team‑based adventure camps; plus Australian Sailing Start Crewing and Start Helming course options and private two‑day crew/helm instruction for small groups. Safety and instruction are core features across offerings. Professional skippers and experienced instructors provide briefings, demonstrations and supervision. Safety equipment is supplied on courses and camps, and activities are structured for family‑friendly kayak hires, beginner taster sails, and youth development programs focused on confidence and skill building. Bookings range from hourly kayak hires to multi‑day camps and formal Australian Sailing courses, with options for private bookings or group experiences. Many youth camps offer early drop‑off and flexible scheduling to suit family needs. Small‑group instruction and private bookings are available for families, school groups and small friend groups seeking tailored experiences safely.
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