Advanced Sailing Classes
For the sailors that have already completed a Learn to Sail class, or are comfortable being a skipper of an Optimist Dinghy, MYSF offers two levels of MYSF offers 2 levels of classes, based in the methodology and approach of Optimist Dinghy sailing worldwide.
Green Fleet and Red, White, and Blue classes will run every Monday - Friday from 1pm - 4pm for 8 weeks, June 15 - August 7.
GREEN FLEET [Beginner, Introductory Racing]
This class is ideal for your new racer, with the goal to provide a fun, safe, and educational experience on the water. Your child will have a solid introduction to racing, supported by a team of three experienced sailing coaches. These sessions will provide the skills necessary to begin racing, and compete in Green Fleet regattas, at which we will provide a coach. The Green Fleet is the perfect introduction to create life-long racers.
All classes are held at the Maple Bluff Marina and occur rain or shine. Coaching will also be available at specified regattas for Green Fleet students, LBSS Opti, LBSS Opti, ILYA No Tears and Pram Power.
Recommended For: sailors 6 years or older AND previously enrolled in, or currently be enrolled in our Kinderpram or Learn to Sail classes.
RED/WHITE/BLUE FLEET [Intermediate, Advanced Racing]
Students in this class will build upon the Green Fleet curriculum and introduce intermediate and advanced racing techniques and seamanship skills. Students will be instructed how to rig his/her boat and become a self-reliant sailor. Students also will learn rules, tactics and proper sailing techniques. As appropriate, the MYSF coaching staff will introduce new sailing opportunities to the class, such as X Boats (double handed).
All classes are held at MYSF and occur rain or shine. Coaching will also be available at specified regattas for RWB students, including LBSS Opti, GLSS Dingyfest, and ILYA Optimist Championships.
Friday Race Days: Each Friday, RWB students will participate in a cumulative summer series and is intended as a replacement of the evening sailing team of previous years. There will be on the water coaching by our staff. Parents are encouraged to attend. Even if your child is not registered for all 4 RWB sessions, they are welcome to participate in Friday race days.
Recommended For: sailors who have completed the Green Fleet class and have been given the recommendation from MYSF staff to move up to RWB, or have previous Opti/racing experience.
Green Fleet and Red, White, and Blue classes will run every Monday - Friday from 1pm - 4pm for 8 weeks, June 15 - August 7.
GREEN FLEET [Beginner, Introductory Racing]
This class is ideal for your new racer, with the goal to provide a fun, safe, and educational experience on the water. Your child will have a solid introduction to racing, supported by a team of three experienced sailing coaches. These sessions will provide the skills necessary to begin racing, and compete in Green Fleet regattas, at which we will provide a coach. The Green Fleet is the perfect introduction to create life-long racers.
All classes are held at the Maple Bluff Marina and occur rain or shine. Coaching will also be available at specified regattas for Green Fleet students, LBSS Opti, LBSS Opti, ILYA No Tears and Pram Power.
Recommended For: sailors 6 years or older AND previously enrolled in, or currently be enrolled in our Kinderpram or Learn to Sail classes.
RED/WHITE/BLUE FLEET [Intermediate, Advanced Racing]
Students in this class will build upon the Green Fleet curriculum and introduce intermediate and advanced racing techniques and seamanship skills. Students will be instructed how to rig his/her boat and become a self-reliant sailor. Students also will learn rules, tactics and proper sailing techniques. As appropriate, the MYSF coaching staff will introduce new sailing opportunities to the class, such as X Boats (double handed).
All classes are held at MYSF and occur rain or shine. Coaching will also be available at specified regattas for RWB students, including LBSS Opti, GLSS Dingyfest, and ILYA Optimist Championships.
Friday Race Days: Each Friday, RWB students will participate in a cumulative summer series and is intended as a replacement of the evening sailing team of previous years. There will be on the water coaching by our staff. Parents are encouraged to attend. Even if your child is not registered for all 4 RWB sessions, they are welcome to participate in Friday race days.
Recommended For: sailors who have completed the Green Fleet class and have been given the recommendation from MYSF staff to move up to RWB, or have previous Opti/racing experience.