Fundamental Course

Goal: Teach steering and collision avoidance

Skill Level 1

Rules of the Road

Steering

Tack/Gybe

Trim

Same marks as oval. Keeps campers together. Minimal upwind. Concentrate on steering but introduces intentional obstacles to avoid (other boats). Tiller towards trouble. Introduce proper sail trim. Make sure they all go the same direction. Reverse direction to practice tacking.