OYC
Our race programs are geared for students that enjoy fun and competition.  We build curriculum that hone boat handling skills so athletes may focus on boat-on-boat tactics and strategy as they negotiate the race course.  Our top priorities are to teach the merits of sportsmanship and teamwork; guiding these athletes in lessons that last a lifetime.  

OPTI RACING

AGES: Under 8-15
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​This camp is designed for our more advanced Opti sailors that are ready to move into a competitive sailing program while they develop racing skills.  Student athletes will start within the Opti Green Fleet and will receive training as a group while receiving a bi-weekly personal improvement plans. 

Unlike recurrent camp programs, skill development programs will be in place for our athletes as they advance in competency to compete in Red, White and Blue fleets. 
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Fleet Criteria
Green:  Under 16 Participation
White: Under 11
Blue: 11 - 12
Red: 13 - 15
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Sign up for multiple sessions and receive 
discounts

Prerequisites
  • Repeat students of the Opti Racing Camps
  • Prior approval is required for children that have taken Optimist Fundamentals.

Next Step Options
  • X Boat Racing
  • Adventure Sailing
  • Introduction to the 420
  • High School Racing (IT STARTS AT 7th GRADE!)

X-BOAT RACING

AGES: Under 12-16
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The X-Boat Racing program is the hallmark of the Okoboji Sailing Center.  This program is designed as a series to promote summer long training for our most advanced race focused sailors.  
 Typically, our double-handed teams compete for seasonal standings with our partner organization, the Okoboji Yacht Club, as well as throughout the the region in the ILYA attending many off lake regattas where the Okoboji Sailing Center sponsors coaching to our traveling teams.

Our training will include individualized coaching geared to each teams needs.  Analysis will be completed via on-the-water data collection, videography, and through our instructor interaction with your team.  Coaching observations will be transmitted to each boat program through a secure, online team portal for follow-up review. 

This program is split into two sessions throughout the summer and includes a weekday race series and regularly scheduled professional race clinic instruction.
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Want to share the fun?
Family Fun Socials all summer.
Come by and go sailing with friends or family. 
It's a riot!

​Prerequisites
  • If you have an X-Boat to race or if you have a child that is under 16 that is interested in a summer crewing position, please contact our Program Director at (612) 867-2793 to review details and acceptance into this program.​​

Next Step Options
  • Strongly suggest concurrent Opti Racing for crew
  • Adventure Sailing
  • Introduction to the 420​
  • High School Racing (IT STARTS AT 7th GRADE!)

INTRO TO THE 420

AGES: 13+
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This is your chance to jump on board the 420. AND, sail with friends or family too! 

The 420 is a great boat that is the double-handed platform for both high school and collegiate programs around the world.  The 420 is also part of the new Bluewater Lakes Area Sailing Teams fleet, a high school sailing program for area schools. 

This class will introduce you to the specific requirements needed to sail this agile and athletic boat while you are introduced to the opportunities offered by the Iowa Great Lakes Area Sailing Club and made available to our local community schools.

GET READY!

Want to share the fun?
Stay late and go sailing with friends or family. 
​It's a riot.

Prerequisites:  
  • Prior approval is required for students that have taken Opti Racing or X-Boat Racing programs
  • Repeat students of the Intro to the 420

PARTICIPATE IN OUR WEEKDAY
OSC RACE SERIES! 

Bring a boat or use one of ours for minimal charge for each crew as part of these events. 
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420 SUMMER SAILING
OYC Fleet Racing

AGES: 16-24
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420 Spinnaker and Trapeze Class

Prerequisites:  
  • Prior approval is required for students that have taken Intro to the 420 and 420 Summer Sailing Clinics
  • Repeat students of the 420 Summer Sailing

PARTICIPATE IN WEEKEND
​FLEET RACING AT OYC

Bring a boat or use one of ours for only $15 for each crew as part of a coaching event. 
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