Russell Boating Club members Roger Redmond and Bruno Bomati are providing practical, hands-on sailing courses designed for beginners and prospective cruising crew. These training opportunities are open to both club members and the general public.
Sailnz’s keelboat training programme has three progressive levels, allowing you to develop your sailing skills and experience over time
A safe and enjoyable introduction to keelboat sailing. Learn essential safety skills and the fundamentals of yachting. The ideal starting point for beginners.
2 DAYS - 10AM to 4PM
$670 per person
Course dates:
7-8 November 2026
14-15 November 2026
Course requires a minimum of 2 participants, maximum 4 per course.
Build on your skills from Level 1 and become a competent crew member aboard a cruising keelboat. Covers more detail on boat-handling skills and safety at sea while cruising.
3 DAYS - 10AM to 4PM
$1,110 per person
Course dates:
20-22 November 2026
27-29 November 2026
Course requires a minimum of 2 participants, maximum 4 per course.
John brings extensive experience in sailing instruction, programme development and boating education, working with clubs, schools and community programmes in New Zealand and overseas.
RECENT EXPERIENCE INCLUDES:
National Training Manager, Coastguard Boating Education (2022-23)
Head Coach, Sail Northland Charitable Trust (2020-21)
Sailing instruction in New Zealand and Germany
Adult and youth sailing programmes
Boat fleet planning, maintenance and volunteer training
READY TO GET UNDERWAY?
Contact Roger to ask a question or register your interest.
For both cources, accommodation is available on board for out-of-towners at a nominal rate.
Individual instruction on either your own or SailNZ's vessel is also available. Contact the team for pricing.
Please note: This keelboat sail training programme operates independently of the Russell Boating Club. Aside from promoting the courses to its members, the club has no formal association with SailNZ.
