OPTIMIST CLASSES - Designed for
sailors weighing 50-120 lbs., the Optimist Dinghy (Opti) has become the
world standard for introductory junior trainers. With a simple rig and a
light, durable hull, Optimists have become the #1 choice of junior
sailors.
Beginner A
This is an entry level, learn to sail class.
No prior sailing is required. Knowledge of boat rigging, basic sailing,
water safety and points of sail are emphasized. Sailors must be at least 8
years old.
Monday 8:30-11:30, Tuesday 12:30-2:30, Thursday 9:30-11:30
Beginner B
This is also an entry level, learn to sail class.
Sailors in this class may have been exposed to sailing before, however
they have not yet mastered a level of independence. It is still a learn to
sail class. Sailors must be at least 8 years old.
Monday 12:30-2:30, Wednesday 8:30-11:30, Thursday 12:30-2:30
Intermediate
This class is for young sailors looking to hone their skills. Focus will
be on developing independence. This class is for the second-year Optimist
student. Students must have successfully completed the beginner class.
Monday 2:30-5:30, Tuesday 8:30-11:30, Friday 8:30-11:30
Expedition Sail
This class is for the young sailor who is eager to sail in a wide
variety of conditions in a non-competitive team building atmosphere.
Sailors must have successfully completed an intermediate class. This class
will take place in a Rhodes 19 where sailors will learn seamanship skills
in a keel boat. Each Rhodes 19 will have an instructor in the boat.
Monday 2:30-5:30, Tuesday 8:30-11:30, Friday 8:30-11:30
Introduction to Race
The introduction to race class is for sailors who have successfully
completed the Intermediate class or an equivalent class. Students will
continue to improve their sailing skills while they learn basic racing
skills through drills and actual racing. Racing rules, tactics, boating
safety and fun are emphasized. A full summer commitment is encouraged.
Tuesday 2:30-5:30, Wednesday 12:30-4:30, Thursday 2:30-5:30, Friday 12:30-4:30
Racing Team - Instructor approval required.
Sailors will work together as a team to develop boat handling and racing
skills. Team members will be expected to participate in some selected
local regattas. Students expected to be rigged and ready to sail by the
time the class starts. Instructor approval required.
While not required, private boat ownership is encouraged.
Tuesday 2:30-5:30, Wednesday 12:30-4:30, Thursday 2:30-5:30, Friday 12:30-4:30
420 CLASSES - The 420 is a
high-performance, double-handed racing dinghy which stands up to the
rigors of club and collegiate programs. The Club 420 is manageable for
sailors coming out of the Optimist class and enables young sailors to
learn teamwork, trapeze, and spinnaker techniques.
420 Beginner
This class is for older beginners who are new to sailing and sailors new
to the 420. Sailors must be at least 13 years old. The 420 provides older
students the chance to learn in a double-handed boat. It will also teach
previous Optimist sailors skills to sail in a doublehanded boat. Students
will learn how to both crew and skipper. The focus of this class will be
sailing as a fun, social sport.
Monday and Wednesday 8:30-11:30, Thursday 12:30-2:30
420 Intermediate
This class is for second year 420 sailors. Sailors will learn more
advanced boat handling maneuvers and basic skills. The focus of this class
will not be racing but improving skills. Sailors will learn to use a
spinnaker and trapeze harness.
Monday and Wednesday 8:30-11:30, Thursday 12:30-2:30
Adventure Sail
This class is for sailors seeking to expand their horizons, but who are
not yet interested in the 420 Race Team. We are not all racers! The
Adventure Sail class will improve sailors’ skills in the 420 in a
non-competitive and adventurous atmosphere. Sailors will continue to learn
420 boat-handling, including how to sail with a spinnaker, basic
navigation, and most importantly, seamanship. Sailors will also have the
opportunity to sail in a Rhodes 19. This is a third level
course. Students must complete the 420 Beginner and Intermediate classes.
Tuesday 12:30-2:30, Wednesday 12:30-4:30 and Friday 8:30-11:30
Intro to Race Team
This class is a prerequisite for the race team. This class is for the
more advanced 420 sailor with a love for sailing who wishes to focus
skills on learning how to race a 420.
Monday 12:30-2:30, Tuesday 8:30-11:30, Thursday 8:30-11:30, Friday 12:30-4:30
Racing Team - Instructor approval required.
The racing team is for the advanced, dedicated racer who wants to fine
tune his/her boat handling and racing skills. Team members will be
expected to participate in some selected local regattas. Team members will
be expected to be rigged and ready to sail by the time the class starts.
Instructor approval required.
Tuesday 2:30-5:30, Wednesday 12:30-4:30, Thursday 2:30-5:30, Friday 12:30-4:30
NEW Laser Clinic
If there is enough interest we will offer a Laser clinic this year.
You must have your own boat, since the Club does not own any Lasers.
Monday 2:30-5:30
