Novice
This course is designed to provide a basic understanding of the principles of sailing and boat handling with an emphasis on safety.
We begin with basic seamanship including sailing terms, navigation, right of way, docking and line handling. Students learn about the interaction of the wind with the boat and sails. We proceed to rigging the boat and head out for hands-on boat handling on the water. Students alternate steering and trimming sails. The Novice Course requires four to five hours of instruction.
Advanced Sailing
This course builds on the experience and knowledge gained in the novice course. We begin with a review of the seamanship, right-of-way, and sailing elements, then practice individual boat handling and sail trim skills on the water. You learn more about sail controls, wind indicators, crew responsibilities and communication. Advanced strudents may also experience an introduction to the elements of the spinnaker sail.
Advanced Sailing - Lasers
Students who have demonstrated sailing skills on the J/24 may advance to sailing solo on the Olympic Cllass Laser Sailboats or the Tanzer 16. Students will practice boat handling and sail trim, rounding inflatable markks, docking and recovery, and get a first taste of sailing around a race course.
