OPTI SAILING PROGRAM
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Open
to sailors 8–14 years of age.
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4
levels of instruction are offered ranging from basic sailing
fundamentals through advanced racing technique.
(See Sessions & Fees for registration options and registration form.
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Two
Sessions, TBA and
TBA
Level 1 – Mon - Fri, 9:15am - 12:15pm
For first-time sailors and those with no prior experience
sailing an Optimist. Learn the basic fundamentals of
sailing, including technique, rigging, proper boat handling and
maintenance.
Level
2 – Mon- Fri 9:15am - 12:15pm
For sailors
with at least 1 full session of experience
sailing an Optimist. Strengthen the fundamental sailing
skills, improve boat handling, and develop the confidence to rig
and sail an Optimist without assistance.
Level 3 & 4 Recreational
sailing – Mon - Fri, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
For advanced sailors who have mastered the fundamentals of
sailing and demonstrated readiness to rig and operate an
Optimist alone. Develop advanced sailing techniques
and boat handling, including basic racing skills and strategies.
Optional participation in Green Fleets racing.
OPTI
REGATTA SQUAD – TBA, Mon Fri, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Sailors
commit to a full summer session and will participate in all JSA
sanctioned Opti regattas, including Champs. Sailors will expand
on advanced racing techniques and strategies in a competitive
racing environment. Includes scrimmages with local yacht clubs.
OPTI
BOOSTER CLINIC – TBA 9:15am – 12:15pm
Open to all
enrolled DJST Level 2 sailors who can sail alone.
Individualized attention concentrating on all of the
basic points of sail and boat handling in preparation for
advancement to Level 3.
OPTI
RACING CLINIC – TBA; 1:30pm – 4:30pm
For enrolled
DJST Level 3 & 4 sailors only.
Individualized
attention given to students with a concentration on fine-tuning
racing techniques and skills for advancement in JSA regattas.
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