Event Phone: +65 6444 4555

Opti Junior Weekend Training Programme 2019

• This course is designed to introduce the sport of Optimist sailing to young novices (aged 6 to 12) in a fun and engaging manner.
• The goal is to build confidence through development of skills and awareness of  the sailing environment.
• Half day course (9:30am – 1pm) for 10 sessions during weekends
• Minimum participant of 7 to start the course

Course Syllabus

1.  Safety Precautions
2. Parts of the boat & their usage
3. Points of sail
4. Simple sailing knots
5. Rigging and de-rigging
6. Basic boat handling
7. Heave-to
8. Getting out of irons
9. Launching and recovery
10. Capsizing
11. Avoidance of collisions
12. General knowledge of weather, tides & current

*Training dates are subject to changes

Training Schedule: (9:30am – 1:00pm)

1st Intake:
Jan 5, 6, 12, 13, 26, 27
Feb 9, 10, 16, 17 (Graduation Day)
Total sessions: 10sessions

2nd Intake:
Apr 20, 21, 27, 28
May 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 25 (Graduation Day)
Total session: 10sessions

3rd Intake:
Jun 22, 23, 29, 30
Jul 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21(Graduation Day)
Total session: 10sessions

4th Intake:
Jul 27, 28,
Aug 17, 18, 24, 25, 31,
Sep 1, 7, 8 (Graduation Day)
Total session: 10sessions

5th Intake:
Sep 21, 22, 28, 29
Oct 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20(Graduation Day)
Total session: 10sessions

6th Intake:
Nov 2, 3, 9, 10, 23, 24, 30,
Dec 1, 7, 8(Graduation Day)
Total session: 10sessions

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: Do I need to know how to swim?
A: Yes, a swim test will be conducted in the open sea. You will be equipped with a personal flotation device.

Q: What are the duration of classes?
A: Classes will run from 0930 – 1730

Q: When will I receive information on the meeting time and place, and any clothing I should prepare?
A: The above joining details will be provided at least 1 week prior to the course commencement.

Q: I would like to buy this for a friend but I’m not sure if he/she can make it for the dates listed above.
A: You can purchase a gift voucher here: https://singaporesailing.eventsmart.com/events/gift-of-sailing/