The Beginner Opti class refreshed their memory on parts of the boat and the instructors introduced parts of the sail. They celebrated Sport's Day with basketball and soccer ball sponge races and enjoyed wearing their favorite sport's jersey and hat!
Intermediate Opti began their lesson by tacking upwind through the mooringfield. They then worked on rounding two marks focusing on sail trim. The ended the lesson, practicing their dock landings.
Beginner 420 continued to work on rigging. They practiced tiller switches on land and then went out to practice tacking.
Intermediate 420 practiced upwind sailing out into the ocean. They were excited to finally escape the river!
The Intro to Race Opti was not afraid of the wind today! They did 3 races and practiced beating upwind. They also reviewed points of sails. When the returned from practice, they practiced tiller switches on land focusing on holding the mainsheet the correct way. They ended with sailing jeopardy reviewing what they had learned from the day.
Intro to Race 420 practiced tacking/gybing on whistle. They also worked on positioning and where the crew/skipper should be sitting. It wasn't easy with the breeze but they looked great out there!
Cruising took out three prams and one 420 down the river. They attempted to do a race around Grass Island but the wind held them back from the race.
Opti Race A: Practiced tacking on the whistle to the mile marker then they refreshed their wave surfing/broad reach skills toward rock island. When returning to the club, they reviewed favored end of the lines.
