Learn to Race: Welcoming DBSC intermediate members
Steven London
Learn To Race under head coach, Martin White, is taking a new direction in developing racing skills for intermediate sailors; particularly those who are current DBSC members. The sessions will cover many facets of racing and any Double Bay member who wants advice on boat set-up, race tactics and sail trim are welcome to attend the regular sessions for free, using their own boat. Martin has won a World Masters Title in Croatia and he is an expert in concisely explaining the nuances of Laser racing - and how to make a Laser go fast! Martin is supported by a friendly group of Double Bay sailors who help to facilitate the sessions.
Learn To Race takes place once a fortnight on Saturday mornings, with the sessions kicking off at 9am. Keep an eye on the club calendar for the upcoming dates. The format begins with rigging tips, a talk on race tactics, and then at 10.30am short course racing with on-water coaching. Boats return to shore by 12pm followed by individual debriefs with Martin. Participants are encouraged to participate in the club racing in the afternoon, assuming they’ve enough energy left in the tank!
DBSC also makes these sessions available to the public at a cost of $30 (for boat hire), however the program is for genuine prospective members and it is not a ‘learn to sail‘ program. Any queries on joining the group sessions, please email Martin White at mwhite@umco.com.au
- Ian Tudball