Intermediate & Advanced Opti

Intermediate & Advanced Opti Sailing

The Intermediate & Advanced Opti Sailing class is for youth sailors who are experienced in the basics of Optimist sailing and general boat handling and who are looking to improve competitively. Sailors will expand on their abilities through training exercises & games. 

Sailors should have previously taken Opti classes or be able to demonstrate an equivalent experience level. Sailors should be able to handle the Opti on their own safely, capsize & recover, be able to rig, launch, sail all points of sail, and sail to a basic competitive level. Sailors additionally should be able to demonstrate adequate swimming ability in swimming short distances and treading water while wearing a PFD. 

This program runs for 6 weeks on Wednesdays from 4:00 - dark

If you are uncertain if your sailor meets the prerequisites for the Opti Intermediate & Advanced class please reach out to the Sailing Program at Waterfront@StCroixYC.com

Equipment:
PFDs (lifejackets) are required, sailors who do not have their own may borrow a PFD from the Sailing Program.
Sun protective clothing & sunscreen are strongly recommended, as is a refillable water bottle (there is a water fill station in the club for refills).
Other optional equipment: Hat, sunglasses, water shoes, sailing gloves.

Scholarships are available

This class is recommended for ages 10 and older. 
Please email any questions to  Waterfront@StCroixYC.com