This 12-hour course engages you in the fun of advanced boat handling, optimum sail trim, and proficient helmsmanship. It also introduces you to spinnakers, the largest and most powerful sail on a yacht.

First you will learn sailing techniques that augment your racing skills, including effective boat handling techniques and helmsmanship. You will learn how to maintain optimum sail shape for various wind and sea conditions. More, you will learn the importance of boat balancing and rig adjustments to racing success.

Then we take you through all aspects of spinnaker work from packing and rigging to setting, jibing, dousing and maintaining control. While the spinnaker is reputed to the hardest sail to master, we will de-mystify this dynamic sail in a relaxed controlled atmosphere. Successful graduates will be an asset to any racing crew.

Course Details:
Text: North U. Sail Trim
Vessel: J22 or J24
Max student size: 4
Offered twice per month
Entry to Wed night races

Spinnaker / Advanced Sailing 211: $405

Spinnakers add an exhilarating element to sailing.

Curriculum:
Racing helmsmanship
Racing trim and balance
Crew coordination and communication
Theory of spinnaker sailing
Rigging the Spinnaker
Spinnaker setting, gybing and dowsing

Choose:
Weekends (Sat, Sun, Sat)
Mornings 8:30-12:30pm
Afternoons 1-5pm

Weekday (Tu, Th, Tu, Th)
Evenings 5:30-8:30pm (5-8pm in Apr, May, Sept)