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OPTIMIST CANSail 3&4 LEARN TO RACE

Ages 10-14

Program Description:

The Optimist CANSail 3&4 program is comprised of sailors who have achieved their CANSail 1&2 and would like to progress further in the Optimist fleet.  This program offers a more in-depth understanding of boat speed, sail trim and advanced boat handling skills.  Sailors will also be introduced to basic theoretical knowledge. This course may present opportunities to race at local junior regattas.

This program is offered in two four-week sessions.  Upon successful completion of the skills checklists, sailors will be awarded a certificate of achievement.

One or two week sessions are available upon request. Recommended minimum to attain CANSail certification is four weeks.

Optimal Sailor Weight Range:

32 – 45 kg (70 – 100 lbs)
Weight range is the optimal and recommended for performing the required skills for this program.

Pre-requisites:

CANSail 2

Learning Outcomes
CANSail 3:
Sailors will learn:
  • Heel to assist with steering and helm balance
  • Trim sail using bridle height, vang, cunningham, and outhaul
  • Roll for optimal speed during tack or gybe
  • Adjust sheeting & balance to accelerate in different conditions

Learning Outcomes
CANSail 4:
Sailors will learn:
  • Demonstrate optimal body position on all points of sail and all conditions
  • Depower using sail controls, steering and sheeting
  • Tack on a header, Gybe on a lift
  • Steer boat and move body position to promote planing and surfing

SCHEDULE for BOATING

4-week sessions
Mon-Fri 8:45am-4:00pm

session start end
3*/4/5/6 Jul 29 Jul 24
7/8**/9/10 Jul 27 Aug 21

Pricing for Optimist CANSAIL 3 & 4

 

member non member
4 week $1305 $1565

HST is extra for kids 14 and up

Note:
* Camp Closed Wed, July 1 Canada Day Holiday
** Camp Closed Mon, Aug 3 Simcoe Day Holiday
Pricing for 4-Day sessions will be pro-rated at 80% of the standard weekly rate.