Hi-Tech Sailing

HiTech Sailing: Hi-Tech Sailing was founded in June 2023 by Steve Kennedy, a Physical Educator with over 20 years experience in education and coaching and 30+ years of sailing experience. Recognising a gap in learn to sail courses between the various dinghy sailing courses offered locally and big boat charters or British courses with practical elements that must be completed overseas, Hi-Tech sailing uses the 20ft long, SB20 with its open deck and simple design that makes it the perfect introduction to keelboat sailing (although responsive like a dinghy). The number of crew (3-4) needed to sail the SB20 makes it an ideal family boat and many family groups have enjoyed taking up the sport and bonding over shared experiences with us. The SB20 happens to be the largest and most competitive racing fleet in Singapore meaning that Hi-Tech learn to sail courses provide a direct pathway into racing. Students will be introduced to other sailors and boat owners and be given many opportunities to join as a crew once competent in the various roles and skills. Hi-Tech Sailing works with schools to not only provide sail training courses for students but deliver them with in line with the latest pedagogy and approaches to learning expected from International Schools. Our coaches are qualified and experienced sailors who can adapt and differentiate their lessons based on the weather and learning needs of the group. The coach is onboard during lessons offering a controlled and safe environment but challenging students who gradually take over full control of and responsibility for the boat. We are one of the few genuine environmentally sustainable activities as we are powered by 100% wind, water and human energy (or as one of our students said, “rice power”). Based at the very instagramable Raffles Marina in Tuas (Tuas Link MRT) where the SB20 racing fleet resides, the location is perfect for learning to sail with almost no traffic and open waters.