One-Design Racing Practice

Goal: Gaining experience in tactical sailing in racing situations. Boats sail close together and try to sail fast around courses, using spinnakers when possible. Everyone carries an individual score, earning points toward season-long trophy for the "Small boat Champions" (last awarded in 2022).
Open to "Skippers" with experience; and to "Crew" with Level 1 skills.

Students who participate in this course can qualify to sail with the Edgewood Yacht Club "PHRF" feet on Tuesday evenings in fall in the “ESS fall racing series” with instructor approval. On Tuesdays, there is one long race using mostly government markers, with a separate start racing only with Rhodes. Afterwards, dinner is available on the flag dock (for a separate fee payable to the club.)

Racing is cordial and exciting. You can pick up the rules as you learn by doing. It is okay to join in as your schedule permits. Teams are made up on the dock depending on who shows up. You can give it a try as soon as you've finished Level 1. Participate for a few days, or aim for the whole season. Racing trophy series in September. Participation is encouraged. More boats on the water keeps it interesting for everyone. It is not a requirement that you already know how to sail with spinnakers before joining in with the racing; but you may want to plan to take the Level 3 - Intermediate Boat Handling class too, to learn how to use Spinnakers, and to get better downwind speed from your boat!

Guest R19 boats and crews from outside the Sailing School sometimes also participate (registration required).

Tuition/fee per day.
Related course: "Level 3 - Intermediate Boat Handling — includes Spinnakers!"