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How to contact us and general information (Please read this section carefully)
Part 1: Where to come - What to bring - Safety - Student records - Accreditations
Part 2: Attendance issues - Refund policy
Sailing with Attitude is based at the Sydney Fish Market Marina, Pyrmont.
All mail to: GPO Box 1818, Sydney NSW 2001, Australia
Contact Jonathan on 0438 724546, or email at:
Sailing with Attitude
LOCATIONS

Practical and some theory classes are conducted from our base at the Fish Market Marina, Pyrmont
Light Rail stopping outside the Fish Market
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Bus (500 & 443) from the city stopping outside Fish Market
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Short walk from Darling Harbour on Pyrmont Bridge Road towards Glebe
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Parking is available at the Fish Market (expensive though). Alternative parking in adjoining streets on the Glebe side. (Check signs)
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Bicycles can be kept reasonably safely at the wharf
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When you are at the Fish Market, look for the marina wharf (not the wharf where fishing boat are). It is located just outside the outdoor eating area opposite the water, on the Pyrmont Bridge Rd. side of the Fish Market. There, walk on the wharf and look for the big green side of the school on the left side. it is easy to find.
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(If you plan to shop, Fish Market stores close at 1600 during the week and 1700 during weekend)
Theory classes are held in our classroom onboard "Kanangra" at the Sydney Heritage Fleet, Rozelle Bay
Sydney Heritage Fleet / Sailing with Attitude
James Graig drive, Rozelle Bay (near Super Yacht Marina)
From the City: drive over Anzac Bridge, stay on left lane and turn into James Graig Drive. (About 200m to the right.)
Free parking available.
Community projects and all rowing/paddling activities are held at 1 Bank St. (Under the Anzac bridge, Pyrmont side.)
WHAT TO BRING FOR CLASSES
Practicals:
Water, sunscreen and a hat. We supply wet- weather gear. Bring a change of clothes. Remember that temperature can drop rapidly so prepare yourself
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Non-slippery & non-marking shoes. (For beginners, Dunlop canvas shoes are good and inexpensive.) Think of your safety
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Something to take notes. We supply course notes but you may want to record additional information
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Please remove all items that could be lost or damaged such as mobile phones, jewellery, watches... and empty your pockets
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Beware of caps that may reduce visibility, specially in relation to the boom. Also beware of glasses that could be caught in rigging items. The instructor will cover these topics during the safet briefing
Theory:
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Ask for specific requirements to suit the class
SAFETY
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Sailing and all outdoors activities can be a dangerous! Please remember it and act accordingly. Safety is our major concern. There will be a comprehensive safety briefing at the beginning of each course; and further safety considerations will be addressed during training. We ask all students to comply strictly with all safety requirements for themselves and also for the safety of others. Please take this very seriously to make sure you have a great and safe time while learning. We have an exemplary track record and would like to keep it this way ; in your interest
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We carry all safety equipment onboard. The instructor will ask you if you can swim and might order the wearing of life jackets. In all cases we welcome you to ask for a life jacket at any time you wish.
STUDENT RECORD
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You will have access to your student record at all times so that you can monitor your progress.
ACCREDITATIONS
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Our sailing courses are accredited with the International Sailing Schools Association (ISSA). You will receive a certifcate at the end of every course. Logbooks are also available on request. Keepthese documents safety as there are your passport to boating.
ATTENDANCE - REFUND POLICY - OTHER MATTERS
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Please come a few minutes before class commencement so that we can start on time.
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If you cannot attend a class, let us know as soon as possible. We do not charge a fee for this, thus we appreciate your help.
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We reserve the right to change schedule at anytime if we feel the conditions are not suited to the class. In such case, the class will be rescheduled at no extra cost to you.
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Unless there is a specific reason, we would appreciate if you could switch you mobile off during classes.
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Fees paid for courses are not refundable and not transferable. Courses must be completed by students unless a special arrangement is made with management.
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All courses must be paid in advance unless prior arrangements are made with management.
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Course notes are copyrighted and remain the intellectual property of Jonathan Bogais. Reproduction and use for commercial reasons are not authorised unless prior arrangements have been made.
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Let us know if you need to complete a course within a specific period so that we can schedule accordingly.
As part of the enrollment procedure, you will be notified of the content of this page for you to read the school's terms and conditions. Starting a course or any other programme(s) will confirm your acceptance of these terms and conditions.
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