Optimist Dinghy
The Optimist is a small, single-handed sailing dinghy intended for use by children up to the age of 15. It is the most popular sailing dingy in the world for children under the age of 15, with over 150,000 boats officially registered with the class.
Check out the International Optimist Dinghy Association to learn about Opti sailors all across the world.
Check out the International Optimist Dinghy Association to learn about Opti sailors all across the world.
X Boats
The X or "Cub" boat is governed by the ILYA. It is a hard-chined, pointed bow, center-board boat that was designed primarily as a safe and uncomplicated trainer for beginning sailors and racers. Over the years, this same basic design has provided thousands of sailors with their start in the sport and it continues to be the predominant club racer in the Midwest exclusively for boys and girls up to 16 years of age. It is supported by many local yacht clubs which provide regatta opportunities.
Sailors participate in a coached sailing school 5 times a week for 8 weeks and are encouraged to attend off lake regattas. The largest regatta has over 100 boats in attendance.
Our X Boat sailors are products of our RWB Opti sailing class and are the next step for advanced racers and children out growing the opti.
If you would like more information about the fleet please contact us.
Check out the ILYA X boat class page for more information.
Sailors participate in a coached sailing school 5 times a week for 8 weeks and are encouraged to attend off lake regattas. The largest regatta has over 100 boats in attendance.
Our X Boat sailors are products of our RWB Opti sailing class and are the next step for advanced racers and children out growing the opti.
If you would like more information about the fleet please contact us.
Check out the ILYA X boat class page for more information.