Advanced Sailing
Weeks 1 to 9 | M, Tu, W, Th, F | John R. Turney Sailing Center | Ages 10 and up
This course is for advanced sailors of all ages, or anyone looking to take their sailing skills to the competitive level. Education includes learning advanced terminology, racing strategies, race starts, use of a spinnaker, roll tacking, right of way, sportsmanship, teamwork, and any other sailing skills that students want, as well as the rigging and derigging of Lasers and 420s. Students will be assigned to boats based on their skill level, physical ability and educational desires. Participants must be able to: sail independently on all points of sail, perform basic tacking and jibing maneuvers.
Class Times
Students should come to class prepared with the following materials:
- Swim suit;
- Towel;
- Water shoes;
- Sunscreen;
- Sunglasses or hat;
- Light jacket or windbreaker.
Sailing Staff
Sailing center staff is trained annually and led by US Sailing Level-1 certified instructors.
