Intermediate Sabots I & II - Thursdays
Pre-C3: Learning to Race - Fridays
Sabot Race Team - Fridays & Saturdays
Advanced Double Handed with PLHS - Mondays & Thursdays
C420 Race Team - Perry 3/4 Training
Laser Development Team - Saturdays
Laser Race Team - Fridays & Saturdays
This class is ideal for sailors who are new to double-handed sailing or want to continue working on their fundamentals in a CFJ. It is a great option for some of our experienced sabot racers, graduates from a summer or fall double-handed class, or older kids that are new to the sport. This class will focus on rigging, teamwork, the basics of boat handling, and introduce sailors to racing in CFJs.
This group is ideal for sailors who plan on building towards racing in a C420. They will be practicing spinnaker sailing and learn to use a trapeze harness. Sailors will be working on boat handling and teamwork as they strive to master these new skills. Sailors must have prior experience sailing, either in Sabots (C1 and up), or have demonstrated competency in the Intro to Double Handed Class.
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The Intermediate Sabot Sailing I class is reserved for sailors who have demonstrated comfort with the fundamentals of sailing. This class will build on skills developed in beginning sabots with focus on upwind sailing, boat handling, and aims to prepare sailors for the Pre-C3 class where they will learn to race.
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The Intermediate Sabot Sailing II class is new for Winter 2023. This class is intended for sailors who have previously participated in Intermediate Sabot Sailing classes or have demonstrated appropriate skills for this course. Sailors will continue working on their boat handling, upwind sailing, and complete their skills checklist to prepare them for the Pre-C3 course in Spring of 2024.
Beginning Sabot classes will not be held during the Winter Program. This class will resume at the start of the Spring Program in March. Private coaching is available for beginners throughout the Winter Program
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Sailors will work on their boat handling skills in the O’Pen Skiff, prepare for local events, and HAVE FUN. This is a great way to introduce more variety into your sabot sailors’ Winter Sailing schedule and teach the importance of cross training in multiple boats.
The SDYC is now offering Private Coaching with our Juniors Coaching staff. This program is available now, and is a great opportunity for sailors to receive individualized coaching outside of class times. For more information, please visit our Private Coaching program webpage.
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This class aims to develop the next generation of Sabot Racers. Sailors will learn the fundamentals of sailboat racing, including starting sequences, mark rounding, boat handling, and introducing the Racing Rules of Sailing.
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Sailors can be moved up into the racing classes upon coach recommendation.
Sabot Racing practices are open to sailors from C3 to A fleet. The goal of this course is to develop confident and successful sailors in the sport. Curriculum will include technical boat setup, boat handling, starting strategies, upwind/downwind tactics, and some rules study. Sailors will be divided into groups based on their fleet status where these topics will be tailored to each skill level. Privately owned boats are not required, but are strongly encouraged.
A-C1: This group will expand on the Fall Program curriculum, focusing more on tactics, strategy, and begin team racing.
C3/C2: This group will continue working on boat handling skills and the fundamentals of fleet racing.
The SDYC Sabot Race Team will be training for the following travel regattas:
No Sabot practices will be held at SDYC during these travel events.
There are more fun Winter Sailing events that Sabot Racers should consider attending this season:
The SDYC Doublehanded Race Team will be working primarily in CFJs, C420s and 29ers. The goal of this class is to prepare doublehanded teams for local SDAYC events, SCYYRA Series events, high school sailing, and select US Sailing events. Charter fees and coaching for regattas are included in the class entry fee.
Sailors in this class will be training with a focus on High School Racing. They will receive world class coaching and practice with the Point Loma High School Sailing Team. At each practice, participants will gain a new ‘take away’ for their tactical toolbox.
Continue your training through winter break with the PLHS Sailing Team!
This class will return for the Spring After School Sailing Program. Sailors should consider participating in the following Winter 29er events:
The double handed team will be training for the following regattas:
Warm-up for the SCYYRA Perry Series #3 at USSCLB, January 27th – 28th
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This class is ideal for sailors who…
This course is designed to introduce junior sailors to the exciting world of Laser sailing. Guided by a team of seasoned coaches, you'll gain competency in rigging, foundational boat handling skills, and immerse yourself in extensive on-water sessions to gain invaluable hands-on experience. Unveil a world of possibilities that will shape your path in the sport, whether you're a skilled sabot racer ready to chart a new course or a high school sailor eager to expand your racing horizons!
Schedule: All practices will run from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM on Saturdays.
Session One (2 Classes)
Session Two (3 Classes)
Boats are not provided, but a limited number of charter boats are available. Please contact the Juniors Office at juniors@sdyc.org to inquire about chartering a boat. Available charter boats will be granted on a first come, first served basis.
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Eligibility Criteria: Sailors MUST have racing experience in the ILCA Class before registering for this program.
Sailors will work with our team of expert coach Doug Hart to hone their skills in the ILCA6. The team will meet for a brief white board meeting then get on the water to maximize available daylight. Each practice will end with a longer de-brief that will include discussions about advanced boat handling and racing tactics, supplemented by video recordings and occasional guest coaches.
Coach Doug Hart:
Coach Doug has spent decades competing and coaching at the top end of the US Snipe and ILCA fleets. While there are too many to list here, some of his many sailing accomplishments include: