Intro to Sailing

Prerequisite: Hoofer Sailing Ground School.

The Intro to Sailing is the first lesson after Ground School and is a prerequisite for Tech A lessons and any Keelboat lessons. The purpose of this three-hour lesson is to get new club members on the water quickly to start the learning process and become acquainted with the basics of sailing before continuing lessons on other fleets.

Most of the lesson time is spent on the water, and it's possible that you may get a bit wet, so please dress accordingly.  To get the most out of this class, please view this short youtube video prior to attending the class.                

This lesson will meet by the wooden deck next to the Lakelab. 

For more sailing information:
Physics of Sailing
Introduction to Sailing
How Do Sailboats Sail Faster Than the Wind 
Exploratorium: Science at the America’s Cup
Vector Analysis of How Sailboats Sail Into the Wind 
How Boats Sail Into Wind (faster than the wind itself)

Conditions permitting, this lesson will be taught aboard the heavy keelboat Spray.

People on the waiting list may be allowed to participate depending on conditions. Watch your email.