Optimist Race Team is a advanced course designed to introduce kids to the competitive scene. Practices run Monday - Friday 9am -12pm and consist of a drills and activities that prepare the sailors for upcoming races. Participants will get coaching support during LGYC race series and at LBSS Optimist Dinghy Regatta, GLSS Dinghyfest and ILYA Championships. 

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Once on the water, coaches direct the team through a series of drills and activities, or supervises the team in a Yacht Club-sponsored race. At the completion of water activities, coaches provide an individual performance review and de-rigging assistance.

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​​This program offers a positive team setting where young sailors can learn and apply advanced racing skills. Opti Racing Team members begin their day at 9 am with a general meeting and review of previous days efforts. Sailors participate in a chalkboard lesson or land exercise emphasizing a key skill each day. After coaches issue a game plan for the practice or race ahead, sailors are then sent to rig and launch.