Can I take member clinics more than once?

Yes, you can take them as many times as you like. It is recommended to repeat clinics until you feel comfortable with the material.

Are all member clinics on the water?

There is a mix of theory and practical instruction. Theoretical skills are taught on land and practical skills are taught on the water.

Member Sailing Clinics — Build Skills, Move Up Levels

Q: Will I become a skipper if I take the clinics?

The clinics provide a roadmap to becoming a skipper. It is recommended to take all clinics for the rank you are attempting to achieve.

Member Clinics

Starting at $40

Sailing clinics are designed to bridge the gap between the club’s different levels. Clinics giving students the skills, confidence, and decision-making ability needed to take command of a boat. Through hands-on instruction, participants build on core seamanship skills while learning boat handling, sail trim, navigation, communication, and leadership. By the end of the clinic, students are provided with the framework they need to practice the skills for the next level.

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WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

COMPETENT CREW

Tacking and Jibing
Parts of the Boat
Points of Sail
Knots
Rigging and Derigging

SKIPPER

Tacking and Jibing
Man Overboard Procedures
Right of Way Rules

RACING SKIPPER

Spinnaker Techniques

SCHEDULE

Skipper Theory
Monday, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
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Rigging and Derigging
Tuesday, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
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Knots and Line Handling
Wednesday, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
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Basic Crew Theory
Thursday, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Docking
Saturday, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Man Overboard
Saturday, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Crew Underway
Sunday, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Skipper Underway
Sunday, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

What do I wear?

Wear comfortable athletic clothing and dress for the weather. Layers in cooler temperatures and lighter clothes in warmer temperatures. Always remember your hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen

Can I take the clinics more than once?

Yes! You can take them as many times as you would like. It is recommended to take them as many times before you feel comfortable with the knowledge.

Will I become a skipper if I take the clinics?

The clinics are designed to provide a roadmap to become skipper. The rank which the skills are applicable to are listed in parentheses next to the title of the clinic. It is recommend that you take ALL the clinics of the rank you are attempting to achieve.

Are all clinics on the water?

There are a mix of theory and practical skills taught in the clinics. The theoretical skills are taught on land and the practical skills are taught on the water.