Following the success of the 2010/11 learn to windsurf series and the Kids Club, WV will be further developing the kids club and windsurfing within the youth of Victoria.

The program will be called "WV Windsurfing Level 1 Certificate (Beginner)" and will be held at Sandringham Harbour. Meeting point is SBHQ Cafe - Jetty Road, Sandringham

The program will not only look to give kids the opportunity to get out onto the water, but will aim to also develop their sailing skills through a semi-structured curriculum which will equip them with the necessary tools to be able to safely and responsibly develop their windsurfing.

As children are tangible by nature, WV will be preparing formal certificates in recognition of each child's achievements.

The program curriculum will be mostly based around practical development of the primary windsurfing skills and competencies.

These include:
?Sailing short distances
?Basic Tacks/Jibes for turning
?Up-haul
?Self Rescue
?Water Safety - Theory
?Terminology - Theory

In addition, at the end of the program there will be a "WV Junior Ambassador Award", which will be awarded to the child that has shown the most dedication and heart during the duration of the program. This is not a competency based award. The criterion that the recipient of this award will be assessed on is as follows:

- Sportsmanship - fair play and courtesy.
- Attendance - Did not miss a single lesson.
- Punctuality - Was not late for a single lesson.
- Heart - Gave their best effort every time.

There will be a Mystery Surprise for the lucky recipient of the Award, so its definitely worthwhile giving it your best.

The program is targeted specifically at youth between the ages of 8 - 16.

All children will be supervised, however we ask that those parents that can help in the water if possible.

Program Details:

Pre-Holiday Program
November - December Second Sunday of each month.
6/11, 20/11, 4/12, 18/12 (10am-12pm)
Pre-Holiday Program: (4 sessions) @ $80
Holiday Program:
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3 Jan - 26 Jan (10 am-12pm)
Holiday Program: (8 sessions) @ $160

To booking entire pre-holiday dates payable in advance at SHQ or through WV online. Refunds will be issued only in event of cancellation due to bad weather and at least 48 hours notice needs to be provided so that we can re-offer the place to waitlisted candidates.

Casual participants can join (based on availability) @$20 per session.

The proceeds of the program will go to the further development of the program and making windsurfing more accessible for children.

Exclusive offer for Kids Club - Kids Quiver (Ezzy Sails):
$299 Small Quiver and $339 Large (www.ezzy.com/kids-rigs/)

Ezzy sails had offered to supply WV with children's sails at below wholesale costs through SHQ. WV and SHQ will make the purchase of these sails at this discounted costs available for the students provided that the meet the following criteria:
1) Purchase of entire program upfront.
( or )
2) Has attended at least 4 of the program sessions.
In addition there will be a guaranteed trade in of the kids rig through SHQ @200 per rig. Please ensure that you retain all receipts.

The Kids Club is proudly supported by SHQ and SBHQ

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Hey guys great initiative on the Kids sailing program. Like the idea of Certificates for achieving goals.
Hope it all goes well for you

Well done guys! It's great to see something so well organised for kids! It sounds like great fun!

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KA360 said...




Well done guys! It's great to see something so well organised for kids! It sounds like great fun!

Hey,Maybe Alex can do a class with us or do some demos when you come down to Melbourne.

I was wondering if its OK that I use Alex's videos to show the kids and help promote the sport with the kids. If you have any spare DVD's of him send them down we can hand them out!

Sounds great... will run it past the rugrats and see if they are interested !

Nice one Jez!

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jermaldan said...


Hey,Maybe Alex can do a class with us or do some demos when you come down to Melbourne.

I was wondering if its OK that I use Alex's videos to show the kids and help promote the sport with the kids. If you have any spare DVD's of him send them down we can hand them out!

That would be really cool! Alex doesn't often get to windsurf with other kids around here. And of course it's OK to use the videos - I think kids really need to see other kids windsurfing to feel that it's something they can do too. How many DVDs do you think you'll need? We'll get back to you with a date as soon as we can organise the trip.

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jermaldan said...



How many DVDs do you think you'll need?

Hi KA360 and Jez,
Great stuff!
if you need copies of the DVD done, I'm happy to replicate them for free..particularly given what they are being used for.
PM me if you want me to do some copies.
cheers,
Mick

Good work Jez.

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jermaldan said...


Hey,Maybe Alex can do a class with us or do some demos when you come down to Melbourne.

I was wondering if its OK that I use Alex's videos to show the kids and help promote the sport with the kids. If you have any spare DVD's of him send them down we can hand them out!

That would be really cool! Alex doesn't often get to windsurf with other kids around here. And of course it's OK to use the videos - I think kids really need to see other kids windsurfing to feel that it's something they can do too. How many DVDs do you think you'll need? We'll get back to you with a date as soon as we can organise the trip.

I agree completely. Seeing another kid do it breaks down the barrier of "I cant do it, I am too small, its too heavy...etc..." The kids will all be starters, so Alex will be more a mentor than a sailing partner for them. He can be the guest instructor for the day!

It would be great if you could get the DVD's to Mick, (Drift). We would like about 24 -30 of them to cover off all the kids that will go through the program this summer.

Not sure if you can put together a best of Alex compilation, so that it all fits on one DVD?

Mick are you able to print covers for DVD cases? WV will reimburse you the costs?

Thanks alot guys for your support.

Hope to see Alex down here one of the dates!

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It would be great if you could get the DVD's to Mick, (Drift). We would like about 24 -30 of them to cover off all the kids that will go through the program this summer.



Mick are you able to print covers for DVD cases? WV will reimburse you the costs?

Hey Jez,
One answer- yes.
We normally print on disk and slick insert, and if its only getting 30 done then I'm happy to cover it. I normally have our graphic designer do all the artwork as she has all the print templates and colour specs.
If you've got some artwork already, fling it my way.

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Hope to see Alex down here one of the dates!

How about the 6th of November?

I've just booked accommodation at Sandy Point for the Melbourne Cup Carnival and so we'll come up to Melbourne on the following weekend and come to the Kids Club on Sunday. See you then!

Sounds great Akim. I'll look into that Melbourne accommodation for you.

Both kids are booked in for January course !

@jermaldan - Thx for all your help mate.

OK just an update.

9 Year old, up and coming Australian Windsurfing prodigy 'Alex Halank' will be coming down to Melbourne for Cup weekend at Sandy Point and will be a Guest Instructor at the Kids Club at Sandringham!

Book your slot for the 6/11 Kids Club to Meet Alex!

In case you are unfamiliar with his work here is a link to his latest exploits!

http://boards.mpora.com/videos/9yearold-alex-halank-wavesailing.html



In addition the kids that register will get a FREE Windsurfing DVD featuring Alex! How about that for Windspiration!!!

Special Thanks to Akim Halank, and Mick from Drift Media for making this possible!

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jermaldan said...

OK just an update.

9 Year old, up and coming Australian Windsurfing prodigy 'Alex Halank' will be coming down to Melbourne for Cup weekend at Sandy Point and will be a Guest Instructor at the Kids Club at Sandringham!

Book your slot for the 6/11 Kids Club to Meet Alex!

In case you are unfamiliar with his work here is a link to his latest exploits!

http://boards.mpora.com/videos/9yearold-alex-halank-wavesailing.html

In addition the kids that register will get a FREE Windsurfing DVD featuring Alex! How about that for Windspiration!!!

Special Thanks to Akim Halank, and Mick from Drift Media for making this possible!

Great vid! Alex is a very talented kid! Good show.

Hope it goes well Jerzy

The WV Kids Club is filling quick. If you have not already booked please do so via the WV website www.wv.org.au
Based on the great and very quick response WV will look at running another session later in the season.

Something else to inspire the kids:

Just a reminder that Kids Club is on this Sunday the 6th November. Special guest will be Alex Halank and there will be a DVD giveaway!

A few spots still left, register now at www.wv.org.au

As if this event cannot get any better... It CAN!!!

Allison Shreeve has confirmed with me that she will be making an appearance despite her pre-existing commitments.

She will be there from around 11.30am so come down to meet and greet with Allison a true Australian Windsurfing Legend!!!

www.allisonshreeve.com/

What another big wv weekend. First the wv clinic and race series round 2 at MSC, Saturday and Sunday was the first of the wv kids club dates. We had about 17 kids on the water and many more watching. It was a great family day for all. Thanks to the wv crew, special guests Allison and Alex. Most importantly a big thank you to all that attended.

Great day was had by all, Did I miss the DVD giveaway, Me and Matt left after Allisons apperance and Photos with the kids.

Yes, I forgot the DVD's. Come down for the next one and I will not forget for sure. Also WV stickers for the kids.

Here is the Group Pic with Allison Shreeve and Alex Halank.

What a Day!!!

Jessica Crisp just contacted me and confirmed that she will be coming to the family day windsurfing event this Saturday at Hampton LSC. Register now!!!

How awesome is that???

She will also be bringing some of the internationals with her just to put the icing on the cake!

Just call me the fixer;)

Parents of Casuals please remember to register before Sunday so that we know numbers. I really don't want to be turning anyone away.

Parents of kids that are already registered: please remember to go through the Windsurfing theory handouts provided as there will be a quiz on Sunday!

Cant wait to see you all!

Great morning at the kids club. My daughter Jessica really enjoyed it and wants to come back for more.
Top job guy's , thanks.

Another great Kids Club!!!

My most memorable moment was the Parent/child relay race.

it was a real SPLASH!!! right Martin?

Always a pleasure to put my silky skills on display Just wish I had my rashie on rather than my favorite ACDC T shirt !!

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mr love said...

Always a pleasure to put my silky skills on display Just wish I had my rashie on rather than my favorite ACDC T shirt !!

The salt on the t-shirt will give it that authentica vintage look;)

Next week make sure you get a rashie, it will be kids vs parents. There will be a mytery handicap that I will tell you about on the day.