Optimist Training Weekend – Feb 2024

Chichester Yacht Club is holding a two day winter Optimist training weekend on Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 February 2024.  The weekend is aimed at sailors competing in the Main Fleet who are keen to develop their racing skills and it is open to all members of the Optimist class.  The weekend will have an overall aim and an on the water focus.  It will be limited to seven sailors.

Ross Banham, a professional high performance coach will be leading the coaching.  In addition to his coaching in various classes and in the SailGP Inspire programme, Ross has also raced both nationally and internationally in Optimists, Lasers, 420s, and Waszps.

The cost of the training weekend is £90 for CYC members and £95 for visitors to CYC, which includes harbour dues for the weekend.

We will give as much notice as possible if we need to cancel the weekend due to the weather.  We will run a waiting list so if you are unable to attend after booking please let the office know as soon as possible and if we are able to fill the place we will refund your payment minus a small admin fee.  Please be aware that this is winter training so we expect sailors to be suitably dressed for winter sailing.  If you have any questions or if you are unsure whether the training is suitable for your sailor then please contact the office on 01243 512918.

We look forward to welcoming you to CYC!

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