Both kneeboarding and skiing are undertaken in a variety of locations either upstream or downstream of MAC. The weather and water conditions on the day will influence the decision of the instructor; we generally operate in areas where the water is the calmest and there are minimal other river users. This is the only activity which requires a teacher/SSO present and is purely to satisfy legal requirements.

In addition to learning kneeboarding/skiing skills, students are taught safe boating practices, how to signal for help or assistance, water skiing hand signals and how to collaborate in a team to help others.

Kneeboarding/Skiing Risk Assessment (PDF)

Sit On Kayaking is generally conducted in the immediate vicinity of MAC. Students’ skills are generally assessed adjacent to shore prior to adventuring further. The weather and water conditions on the day will influence the decision of the instructor; we generally operate in areas where the water is the calmest and there are minimal other river users.

Students are taught a variety of paddling skills, what to do in the event of a capsize, how and why to form a raft, the importance of paddling in groups and how weather can impact an activity.

Sit On Kayaking Risk Assessment (PDF)

Canoeing is generally conducted in the immediate vicinity of MAC. Students’ skills are generally assessed adjacent to shore prior to adventuring further. The weather and water conditions on the day will influence the decision of the instructor; we generally operate in areas where the water is the calmest and there are minimal other river users.

Students are taught a variety of paddling skills, how to paddle and communicate in a team, how and why to form a raft, what to do in the event of a capsize, the importance of paddling in groups and how weather can impact an activity.

Canoeing Risk Assessment (PDF)

Sailing is generally conducted in pairs or groups of three students, who sail independently without an instructor on board. Instructors are present in powered rescue craft. The activity is conducted in a variety of locations either upstream, downstream or in the immediate MAC area. The weather and water conditions on the day will influence the decision of the instructor.

Students learn how to sail in small groups, the importance of communication, how to identify wind direction and strength, points of sail (where a boat can/can’t sail), how to slow down and what to do in the event of a capsize.

Sailing (420s) Risk Assessment (PDF)

Sailing (Catamarans) Risk Assessment (PDF)

Stand Up Paddleboarding is generally conducted in the immediate MAC area. Students will begin by paddling on their knees before progressing to a standing position. Instructors may be in a powered rescue craft. Controlled towing may be used to keep the group together or relocate the group to a more suitable area. The weather and water conditions on the day will influence the decisions of the instructor.

Students learn a variety of paddling skills, how a rescue might be performed, how to use a leg rope, how weather can impact an activity and the importance of paddling in groups.

SUP Risk Assessment (PDF)

Windsurfing is generally conducted in the immediate MAC area. Students participate on their own craft with instructors present in powered rescue craft. Controlled towing may be used to keep the group together or relocate the group to a more suitable area. The weather and water conditions on the day will influence the decisions of the instructor.

Students will learn how to rig and perform a self-rescue, how to identify wind direction and strength, points of sail, how to perform a turn (tack/gybe), how to slow down and how to dismount or fall safely.

NOTE: Windsurfing is very weather dependent and may not be included in all programs. It is also more suitable to students in years 8 and above.

Windsurfing Risk Assessment (PDF)

Kayaking is generally conducted in the immediate vicinity of MAC. Students’ skills are generally assessed adjacent to shore prior to adventuring further. The weather and water conditions on the day will influence the decision of the instructor; we generally operate in areas where the water is the calmest and there are minimal other river users.

Students are taught a variety of paddling skills, correct entry/exit, how to exit craft in the event of a capsize, how and why to form a raft, the importance of paddling in groups and how weather can impact an activity.

Kayaking (enclosed) Risk Assessment (PDF)

Powerboat Handling is conducted either upstream or downstream of MAC. Students participate in their activity groups such that the entire group are in a single powerboat with the instructor at all times. Students will get the opportunity to control the powerboat under direct supervision from the instructor.

During the session students will learn about boating safety equipment, rules and regulations, licensing and other boating safety. Instructors will demonstrate how to operate the powerboat and perform simple manoeuvres with students then given the opportunity to perform the same, under direct supervision.

Powerboat Handling Risk Assessment (PDF)