AGE AND
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Optimist
sailors must be 8 years of age by the end of the season in order to
participate in the program. To enroll in the 420 program, sailors must be
in high school, or at least 14 years of age, and weigh a minimum of 100
lbs. Height and strength are also considered.
PROGRAM
PLACEMENT
Optimist
sailors new to the program should follow the outline in the program
description section. Returning Optimist sailors should
register for the recommended level indicated on the 2007 DJST Student
Evaluation Form.
To
qualify for the 420 program, sailors new to DJST will be evaluated on
sailing experience and competency. Returning 420 sailors should register
for the recommended level indicated on the 2007 DJST Student Evaluation
Form.
CODE OF
CONDUCT
Every
sailor will sign a Code of Conduct agreeing to behavioral expectations as
outlined. Sailors failing to follow the Code of Conduct will be subject to
disciplinary action, including possible suspension or expulsion from the
program. NO REFUNDS will be given for Code of Conduct suspensions or
expulsions.
BOAT RENTAL
LIABLITY
It is
assumed that rental boats will be subject to normal wear and tear throughout
the season. If any significant damage determined to be the fault of a DJST
sailor requires the submission an insurance claim for repairs, the parents
of the sailor involved will be responsible for 50% of the deductible. That
deductible is $1,000.00 per incident.
REFUNDS
Refund requests for program withdrawals will
be considered only if requested prior to June 1, 2008, or if withdrawal is
for medical reasons. Absolutely no refunds will be granted after June 1,
2008.
NO SAIL DAYS
DJST is a focused program operating in an environment
conducive to sailing with safety as the first consideration. In the event
of stormy weather, class will be canceled. In the event of no-wind
conditions, class will be held with an on-shore instructional curriculum.
The decision to hold class during conditions of very rough seas or high
winds will be at the discretion of the DJST Board. There will be no refunds
for canceled classes.
RACING FEES
Junior Sailing Association dues, required for
each sailor in order to participate in JSA sanctioned regattas, are covered
by DJST. Separate registration fees for each regatta are the responsibility
of the sailing families, and must be paid at the time of the regatta
registration. Refunds for withdrawals prior to the regatta date will be
considered only if refunds are offered by the hosting club.
PARENT
INVOLVEMENT
DJST is a tremendously successful
volunteer-driven organization, thanks in large part to the involvement and
enthusiasm of the parents. Each family is required to volunteer in at least
one aspect of the program, including participation as the Parent-on-Duty
during a session in which your sailor is registered. Sign-ups for the
Parent-on-Duty begin at the DJST Parents Meeting in late May, specifics of
which will be included in registration packet material.
PRIVATE
LESSONS
DJST instructors offer
private lessons on weekends throughout the season in Optimists and 420’s for
those sailors registered in the program who might benefit from a more
one-on-one environment. Private lessons are not offered in place of group
sessions. Fees are standard for a one-hour session and vary according to
the number of instructors required. Please see Program Chair for details and
to schedule a private lesson.
TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM RACES
Parents are responsible for transporting sailors and their assigned Opti
to regattas. Our instructors are prohibited from driving any sailor to
or from these events. All other information regarding regattas will be
included in the "DJST 2008 Racing Packet."
RULES FOR OBSERVATION
The
sailing area is off limits to non-participants during class time.
Distractions hinder the instruction process and can cause delays. Weed
Beach is a wonderful venue from which to observe the sailors rigging,
launching and sailing each day.
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