AGES: 8-15
DURATION: 3-5:30 PM, Monday through Thursday plus Friday races, two week sessions
PREREQUISITES:  Beginner and Intermediate Opti instruction or equivalent or instructor recommendation, interest in learning how to race

Young sailors with a solid understanding of Optimist sailing are invited to take the next step and start racing! Opti Learn to Race sailors will learn the skills and techniques needed to sail around a race course in a fun and supportive learning environment. Sailors will have opportunities throughout the session to participate in the “Green Fleet” for beginners at local Twin Cities Youth Sailing (TCYS) Regattas on many Fridays on lakes throughout the Twin Cities (schedule may be found here). Club races on White Bear Lake are also available. Opti Learn to Race will provide the foundation necessary to become highly competitive and successful at the sport of sailing. 

What to bring? 
All sailors need to bring a lifejacket, sunscreen, towel, and change of clothes. Shoes must be closed-backed (no flip-flops). 

Boats are provided for practice. For regattas, sailors must provide their own boat or charter one through White Bear Sailing School for a nominal fee. Please email sailwbss@gmail.com for more information.