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Junior and Adult Course Descriptions

Optimist Programs (Ages 6 - 13)

IMG_0137.jpgOpti Seaman (Beginner, ages 6-7)

This 6-week class is geared for our littlest sailors with an emphasis placed on safety, learning, and fun! Students are introduced to water safety, boat controls (main sheet and tiller), basic sailing maneuvers (tacking and jibing), and wind, through classroom and on-the-water activities. Our goal is to create a positive learning environment so our little ones are excited to sail. Class size limited to 14. Mon/Wed evenings OR Tues/Thurs evenings, 6-8:30PM, Cost $225 Member / $255 Non-Member
* Note: Parents are required to volunteer 2 evenings during the program to assist instructors.

Opti Mate (Beginner and Intermediate, ages 8-10)

This 8-week class is for our youngest sailors who want to participate in our traditional all day program. Students sail independently in our Optimist dinghies under the close supervision of instructors and participate daily in classroom lessons and land-based activities. The curriculum emphasizes terminology, basic seamanship (knot tying, rigging), basic boat handling (steering, sail trim, capsize recovery) and course sailing. Class size limited to 10. Mon/Wed OR Tues/Thurs 9AM-4PM,  Cost $435 Member / $495 Non-Member

Opti Skipper (Advanced, ages 9-13)

This 8-week class is for sailors who have successfully completed at least one year of beginner sailing and want to learn-to-race the Opti. Students sail independently in the Optimist and learn basic course sailing, mark rounding, weight placement, and an introduction to racing.  Students may be asked to participate in area Optimist regattas under parental supervision with club supported coaches. Friday 9AM-4PM, Cost $270 Member / $315 Non-Member  Class size limited to 10.

CFJ/420 Learn-to-Sail Program (Ages 10 - 17)

The CFJ and 420 are tried and true boats for our older students. Our CFJ and 420 classes are designed for Juniors 10 years and up. Each one of our programs is designed to meet the specific needs of our students. When you sign your child up for our traditional junior sailing program they will be placed in one of three classes based on their experience and ability.

Learn-to-Sail (Beginner and Intermediate, ages 10-16)

This 8-week class introduces sailors to the basics of sailing. The curriculum emphasizes terminology, wind and water theory, water safety, boat controls, sailing maneuvers, upwind and downwind sailing, and right-of-way rules through on land and on-the-water activities. As students progress curriculum emphasizes terminology, basic seamanship skills (knot tying, rigging), basic boat handling (steering, sail trim, capsize recovery), basic course sailing, introduction to the spinnaker, and beginner racing.  

  • Mon/Wed or Tues/Thurs 9AM-4PM, Cost $435 Member / $495 Non-Member Class size limited to 21.
  • Friday 9AM-4PM, Cost $270 Member / $315 Non-Member.  Class size limited to 15.

Junior Racing (Advanced, Minimum Skipper Rating ages 13-18)

 This 8-week program offers a positive team setting where young sailors can learn and apply advanced racing skills in the 420 and Laser. Junior racers begin their day with a general meeting and review of the previous practice. On-land, sailors participate in lectures and land drills emphasizing a key skill each day. On-the-water, coaches direct the team through a series of practice drills and mini races. A debrief session concludes the practice. Our junior racers train for a summer-long schedule of competitions, which include regattas (multi-race events) and clinics. Each student has the opportunity to represent the Erie Yacht Club at these events. Parental chaperones and additional expenses for travel to regattas may apply. June 15 - August 13 (No classes week of July 18th for Bay Week). Class size limited to 16.
Tues/Thurs evenings 4-6:30PM and Fri 9AM-4PM, Cost: $515 Members $575 Non-Members

* Bring your own Laser receive a $-50 discount.

Adult - Learn to Sail (18 & up)

This 6-week class focuses on the theory of sailing, terminology, rigging and de-rigging, equipment stowage and care, personal safety, knots, safety on the dock and on the water, points of sail, small boat handling, right-of-way rules, capsize and man overboard procedures, and much more. Classes are taught in the CFJ and 420 and limited to 2 students per boat. Tuition fees include US SAILING textbook.

Mon/Wed evenings OR Tues/Thurs evenings 6PM - sundown for 6 weeks Cost $270 Member / $315 Non-Member

Note: There is no class Monday July 5th. Class makeup will be Monday August 2.

So what are you waiting for sign up today!

Discounts

  • Early Bird Special...  $-20 if application is received  by May 1st.
  • More than one student from same family receive a $-20 off each additional child/adult.
  • Sign up for more than one class per  student and receive $-50 off  each additional class.
  • Bring your own Optimist Pram or  Laser receive a $-50 discount.
 

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