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Battle to Hobart

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The 74th Sydney to Hobart is only a few days away. On Boxing Day five 100ft maxis will be competing for line honours. The other 87 competitors will be eying up the Tattersall Cup, awarded to the overall winner. Supermaxis Comanche and Wild Oats XI will no doubt have all the cameras of Channel7 pointed […]

Flapping sail, unhappy sail

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Learning to sail is not hard. Most people will figure out pretty quickly where the winds coming from, how the tiller works and how to adjust the sails. Sailing a boat well or ‘in the groove’ is a finer art. It’s best to learn the basics of sailing on a dinghy or any keelboat up […]

To don or not to don?

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The times of uncomfortable, bulky life jackets are long gone. The most popular PFD for keelboat sailing is the inflatable type. These life jackets are available with manual inflation or manual plus automatic inflation. We advise buying the best life jacket you can afford, as one day, your life might depend on it. Always make […]

Your First Sail

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For first time sailors, it’s hard to imagine what to expect once you’re out on the water. So what do you take on your maiden sail? Firstly, make sure you wear comfortable shoes with a light, rubber sole, so you have a good grip on the deck. You should also bear in mind that it’s […]

Marc's manner, knowledge and ability to teach is brilliant, one comment mentioned " genuine", couldn't agree more, he really does bring credibility to his profession. If you are contemplating lessons,... read more this is the company and man to see. read less
Damian Dennett 21/03/17

I had a terrific, informative and enjoyable week at Aussea recently, under the calm, capable and sure instructions of Marc. I can't recommend more highly this school for expert guidance... read more read less
Carl Wishneusky 08/03/18

Awesome way to learn to sail Marc is a fantastic sailing instructor and makes sure his students are learning throughout the lessons. I completed the Level 1 to level 5 courses and absolutely loved them. Sailing... read more read less
James M 20/04/16
Sail Like a Pro If your keen to learn to sail not just watch, this is the one for you.Everyone is encouraged to participate with Captain Mark making sure you understand what you are doing.
Stephen S 27/12/16

Sail Away! For the absolute best sailing school and expert instructor you just can't beat Marc van Dinther & Aussea Sailing School. Marc has bucket loads of patience, a great sense of... read more read less
JoeWollongong 24/10/15

Very informative and great support! I have a lot of fun every time I go out sailing with Marc. If you're thinking of starting sailing, do it here
Harriet Lily Merrony 14/10/15
Never saw someone sail like Marc. I calledd him the flyi g dutchman�
Ton van Zanten 27/05/17

We absolutely loved sailing with Marc! Great way to get to know how to sail with an extremely knowledgable, calm and genuinely friendly instructor.

Melodie is extremely accommodating and easy... read more read less
Misha Kaur 15/02/17

The only place to sail I am new to sailing and Marc at Aussea Sailing School has been apart of my journey from the very beginning. A fair and honest teacher full of knowledge and... read more read less
speery2016 05/07/16
Marc is awesome! He's patient and will be able to teach even the most challenged student (i.e. me!)
Peter Lee 27/10/14

Thank you AusSea for teaching us basic sailing skills. Our instructor, Mark, was very knowledgeable and highly experienced. Lessons were fun, engaging and hands-on.
Jacinta Wong 23/12/17

Lessons Had my first sailing lesson today, 02/05/2016 and had a great day. Thank you Mark, great company to learn with, fantastic.
MannyVee 02/05/16
Love the way Marc runs his business and for his passion for sharing sailing with his clients.
Tony Brauer 28/06/15

Marc and his team have been absolutley fantastic. Such an amazing teacher, very professional and gives you alot of help and skills to become an incredible sailor. Highly recommend this school.
Sarah Butler 12/11/17

Aussea sailing school has taken me from an absolute novice to competent inshore skipper in just a few months. Highly recommend this school. Great boats, perfect location and patient teachers... read more read less
James Morgan 10/04/14
Excellent way to learn to sail. Patient and experienced skipper, steerable boat, plenty of room in Botany Bay. Would recommend to anyone who wants to learn to sail or master... read more their skills. read less
George Youssef 12/03/14

Aussea training is the best! Marc at Aussea training is a relaxed, patient, informative and very humorous trainer. I recommend Aussea training for value for money and Marc well informed in what path you want... read more read less
WeMadeIt 19/08/15

Came from the States and spent a week with Marc on the Level 1-4 and the Bareboat Skipper Course. Learned A LOT from a great instructor. From jibbing and tacking... read more read less
Brian Lo 21/03/17
Great classes! - lots of practice! Came from the States and spent a week with Marc on the Level 1-4 and the Bareboat Skipper Course. Learned A LOT from a great instructor. From jibbing and tacking... read more read less
Brian L 21/03/17

This is place to start sailing!!! Very informative and great support! I have a lot of fun every time I sail with Marc. If you're thinking of starting sailing, do it here!!!
Harriet28Wales 14/10/15

Marc is a great instructor and has a lot of patience. As an experienced skipper, I can definitely say that Aussea teaches you the basics right through to the advanced topics.
George Houridis 27/05/17
I loved the classes and learned a lot practicing. Everything starts to make sense when you're controlling the boat. I didn't understand much when I was reading about sailing on the internet. I got the point when I actually... read more read less
Priscila C 27/10/16

Absolutely. Marc is very professional, experienced and a considerate teacher. Easily recommend the course. Loads of fun.
Gregory Peckory 18/08/18

Clear instructor, calm instructor, experienced instructor. I have done my level one with these guys with the open mind to change after the first group of lessons and have no... read more read less
John Desouza 10/07/17
Just excellent From delivering our sailboat to her new home and the following lessons, Marc provided a totally custom fit package and tailored it perfectly. Extremely knowledgeable and relaxed, he knows how... read more read less
Diver T 19/10/15