2008 Sailing Courses
(757) 444-2918
This course is designed to teach beginners the basics of sailing a small sailing boat. In this class students will learn the basic sailing fundamentals, which includes sailing theory, parts of a boat, and rules of the road.
With a basic qualification card, students can rent lasers, 420s, Hobie Waves, and Hunter 170s in Willoughby Bay.
The course consists of a scheduled private lesson (included) prior to the first class and a weekend long sailing course. Classes are on Saturday and Sunday from 0900 to 1630. Private lessons are held during the week and are an hour and a half. Once students have completed the weekend course they are required to acquire 6 hours of logged sailing time on the water and a practical demonstration with an instructor.
The 2008 Basic Sailing Course will be held on the following
weekends:
May 3&4, 10&11, 17&18, May 31& June 1
June 7&8, 14&15, 21&22, 28&29
July 12&13, 19&20, 26&27
August 2&3, 9&10, 16&17, 23&24
Sept. 6&7, 20&21
Course Cost: $165.00 military $225 Civilian
Adult Intermediate I Sailing Course / Intro to Keelboat Sailing:
This course is designed to teach dinghy sailors the basics of sailing a keel boat and reinforce basic sailing instruction. Topics, such as, anchoring tying mooring lines, operation of a outboard motor and more will be addressed in this class.
With an Intermediate I qualification the student will be able to rent the C&C 24 and Catalina 25 on the rivers on the lower West side of the Chesapeake Bay, no further North than Salt Ponds and no further south than the Chesapeake Bay Bridge.
Prerequisite: Basic Sailing Class Qualification or course challenge
The course consists of a weekend long course. Classes are on Saturday and Sunday from 0900 to 1700. Once students have completed the weekend course they are required to acquire two days of logged time on the water (minimum of four hours each day).
The 2008 Intermediate Level I Sailing Course will be held on the
following weekends:
February 23&24 March 29&30 April 12&13, 26&27 May 10&11, May 31 & June 1
June 21&22 July 12&13, 26&27 August 9&10, 23&24 September 6&7, 20&21 October 4&5, 18&19 November 1&2, 15&16 December 6&7
Course Cost: $135 military $185 Civilian
Adult Intermediate II Sailing Course:
This course is designed to increase a sailor’s knowledge of various keelboat mechanics, such as, how head and water ballast systems work, the methodology of flying a spinnaker, and navigation. This class will also reinforce docking, anchoring, reefing, and rigging skills.
With an Intermediate II qualification the student will be able to rent the Hunter 260s. The sailing area is restricted to the South West portion of the Chesapeake Bay, no farther North than Mobjack Bay.
Prerequisite: Intermediate I Sailing Class Qualification or course challenge
The course consists of a weekend long course. Classes are on Saturday and Sunday from 0900 to 1700. Once students have completed the weekend course they are required to acquire two days of logged time on the water (minimum of four hours each day) and a check ride before moving up to the next class.
Intermediate Level II Sailing Course will be held on the following
weekends:
March 1&2
April 12&13
May 3&4
June 7&8
July 19&20
August 16&17
September 13&14
October 4&5
November 15&16
December 6&7
Course Cost: $125 military, $165 civilian
This course is designed to expand a sailors knowledge of keelboats in areas of inboard motor operation, local navigation, and the various systems associated with vessels 30 feet or more. This course will reinforce skills learned prior to the course and apply them to a larger vessel.
With an Advanced qualification the student will be able to rent the Catalina 310, Endeavor 32, and Tartan 34. The sailing areas for these boats include the entire Chesapeake Bay with daily check ins, but NO blue water.
Prerequisite: Intermediate II or course challenge
The course consists of a weekend long course. Classes are on Saturday and Sunday from 0900 to 1700.Once students have completed the weekend course they are required to acquire two days of logged time on the water (minimum of four hours each day) and a check ride before moving up to the next class.
The Advanced Sailing Course will be held on the following weekends:
February 23&24
March 29&30
April 26&27
May 17&18
June 14&15
July 12&13
August 2&3
September 27&28
October 18&19
November 8&9
December 13&14
Course Cost: $115 military, $155 civilian
Classes may be rescheduled in the event of bad weather.
What do you do if you’ve sailed before and want to rent one of our boats?
Easy! Contact Henly, the Sailing Program Manager (aervin@mwrma.com or 444-2918), and make a reservation for a check ride.
For dinghy rentals you will have to pass a written test and then successfully sail the boat through several tacks and jibes, and then dock the boat.
For keelboat rentals you will have to pass a written test and then go out on a check-ride with one of our qualified instructors.
Check-Ride Requirements:
v The Sailing Center needs a copy of your sailing qualifications (examples include US Sailing, ASA, or Naval Sailing Qualifications) for our records
v Please bring at least one capable person to crew two would be better. Remember this is a check ride to ensure you are qualified to rent our boat. Please don’t bring the whole family or a group of friends, as it interferes with the check out process.
v Take time prior to the check ride to become familiar with the boat. This may be as much as 2-3 hours. You need to know the boat’s systems. The check ride is not designed as a sailing lesson. You will be expected to give a safety briefing and point out the location of all safety gear on the boat. This includes number and location of PFDs, first aid kit, flares, emergency tiller, horn, fire extinguishers, and engine water intake (if applicable).
v The check ride costs $20.00 an hour and take anywhere from 2-6 hours depending on conditions and your familiarity with the boat and it’s system. Please set aside adequate time for your check ride.
Typical Ceck-Ride Tasks:
- Demonstrate use of all on board systems, water, toilet, stove, engine, and electronics
- Depart dock (twice) with no damage to boat
- Return to dock (twice) and secure boat with no damage to boat or other property
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Low speed maneuvers
under power
- 360 degree turn and full stop
- Move astern under control
5. Deploy and recover anchor demonstrating effective communication with crew
- Deploy and reef mainsail
- Deploy and reef headsail
- Deploy cruising spinnaker (conditions permitting)
- Conduct MOB drill
10. Conduct crew safety brief
11. Establish radio contact with NNSC
Interested in racing or learning to race dinghies?
The intent of our Regatta Series is to provide sailors of all skill levels an enjoyable and competitive racing environment. It is also intended to build the sport of Dinghy Sailing through the building of skill development. Racing experience is not necessary to participate and beginners are more than welcome. While a point system will be carried throughout the season, the goal of the Series is not to win, but to have fun.
Sunday Afternoon Spring and Fall Regattas
When: April & May, Sept. & Oct. around 1400ish, come out between 1300 & 1330 to rig your boat
Wednesday Night Regattas
When: June-August at 1800, come out between 1700 & 1730 usually followed by a cookout
Cost: $7 to race $5 for cookout
Courses will include, but are not limited to: Modified Triangle, Windward Leeward, Modified Windward Leeward, Gold Cup and modified Gold Cup. The marks will be orange mooring balls. The starting line will consist of a “Pin” buoy to port and a flag on the committee boat to starboard. For more detailed instructions and course descriptions reference the course packet.
The three-minute starting sequence will be used. The starting sequence procedure will be as follows:
Sound Meaning
5 short, 5 short Warning for 3 Minute Countdown
3 Long 3 Minutes
2 Long 2 Minutes
1 Long, 3 Short 1 Minute, 30 Seconds
1 Long 1 Minute
3 Short 30 Seconds
2 Short 20 Seconds
1 Short 10 Seconds
1 Short 5 Seconds
1 Short 4 Seconds
1 Short 3 Seconds
1 Short 2 Seconds
1 Short 1 Second
1 Long Start