UPCOMING SAILING CLINICS: J22 AND J105 INTERMEDIATE
To show interest in our J22 or J105 Intermediate Sailing Classes please email Kelly Arrindell at [email protected] to be added to the list. Please specify which class you are interested in taking.
We’re excited to offer two upcoming clinics designed to help sailors build confidence, sharpen skills, and transition to larger boats: a J22 Intermediate Clinic in April and a J105 Sailing Clinic starting in May. Both courses will be taught by Andy Hamilton and Mary Corbett, who many of you already know from our sailing programs.
Registration opens: February 16
J22 Intermediate Clinic
This clinic follows the format of our past intermediate classes and is ideal for sailors looking to fine-tune their skills and build a stronger foundation. Boats will have between 2-4 crew members all working together to sail the J22 optimally.
Dates: April 24–26
Friday, April 24: Lecture | 6:00–8:30 PM
Saturday & Sunday, April 25–26: On-the-water sailing | 9:30 AM–4:30 PM
What you’ll learn:
- Sail shape and trim
- Telltales
- Lifts, headers, puffs, and lulls
- Close-quarter sailing in the marina
- And more…
If you are relatively new to sailing and want to take the next step in your development, this class is a great fit. **Must have previous sailing experience either taken our beginner class or know the basics of sailing**
Cost: $645 per participant
There must be a minimum of 2 participants for the class to take place. Classes will be capped at 8 participants.
J105 Intermediate Clinic
This clinic is designed to prepare sailors for larger boats and racing opportunities in the Charleston sailing community. The goal of this clinic is to get sailors up to speed on bigger boats, with the potential to join CORA Racing boats for Wednesday night racing during the summer, as well as other racing opportunities in the area. It’s a great way to gain experience and meet other sailors in Charleston.
Skills covered include:
- Upwind and downwind spinnaker sets
- Sailing with an asymmetrical spinnaker
- Understanding and performing specific roles on a larger boat
- Sailing around a set course
- Assisting instructor with docking lines
- And much more…
To ensure this course is a good fit for you, free skill checks will be offered for interested participants prior to registration. Please reach out to Kelly Arrindell at [email protected] to schedule your skill check prior to the start of the class. Check sails will be available anytime prior to the class depending on availability.
Clinic Dates: May 1–3 and May 15-17
Schedule:
Fridays: Lecture | 6:00–8:00 PM
Weekend days: On-the-water sailing | 9:30 AM–4:30 PM
* Includes a one-hour lunch break (bring your own lunch or head out during the break)
Cost: $975 per participant
There must be a minimum of 6 participants for the class to take place. Classes will be capped at 12 participants.
The class includes four days of sailing, two lecture sessions, and a textbook to support sailing theory and knowledge development.
Registration will be available on February 16th!