In addition to the Adult Dinghy Sailing classes list below, we are hoping to add Keelboat learn to sail classes to our summer 2024 schedule. If you’re interested in a Keelboat class or private adult lessons, please email us: gorgejuniorsailing@gmail.com
ADULT DINGHY SAILING
Schedule: TH and F, 5:00-7:30PM, 2 consecutive weeks.
Week 1 (&2) July 4, 5 & 11, 12
Week 3 (&4) July 18, 19 & 25, 26
Week 5 (&6) Aug 1, 2 & Aug 8, 9
Prerequisite: Ability to swim, pass swim check and capsize drill. No sailing experience necessary. Weight range: 110 to 190lbs.
Limit: 8 students per session.
No. of class days: 4
NOTE! Payment page shows only the first week dates, you are signing up for two consecutive weeks of class.
Fee: $300
Cancellation policy is as follows:
Before 30 days – Full Refund, minus a $20 processing fee
Before 15 days – 50% Refund
15 days or less NO refunds
Description: Classes are taught in the Club 420, an entry-level, two‐person dinghy that is rigged with a mainsail and jib. The Club 420 can be handled by both youth and adults and is commonly used for high school and collegiate racing. Instruction includes basic sailing skills, rigging, knot tying, safety, and boat handling. With an emphasis on teamwork and fun, the class will work on beginning skills of both crewing and helming. Classes are generally held within the confines of the Hood River Marina, but classes may sail outside the marina when conditions permit. Students will practice capsizing and swimming while wearing life jackets.