Beginner Level
Description
Taught by women. Meant for women*. Why should the guys have all the fun? Join us for once-weekly, 3-hour sessions over 4 weeks sailing with a small group of other women. These classes are designed for those who have no previous sailing experience. Utilizing a larger, more stable, keelboat makes it the perfect beginner platform where participants sail with the instructor. You will rotate through various positions on the boat learning about all the different aspects involved in sailing and progress through skills as the weeks progress. Participants learn basic boat handling, rigging, terminology, steering, points of sail, and sail trim. Sign up solo or with a group of friends.
*And by women we mean anyone who is not cisgender male. Outside of that, everyone’s welcome!
Location: Cherry Creek Reservoir
Day: Tuesdays- 4 week session
Time: 5pm – 8pm
When: June, July, & August
What do we need to bring?
- Outdoor clothes that you would wear on a hike are great. It does get colder as the sun sets so we recommend an extra layer. We will hold class if it’s raining (as long as there’s no lightning) so please dress accordingly.
- Closed-toed shoes are required
- Bring your own water for drinking
- Remove all jewelry (especially rings)
- Gloves are recommended: bike gloves and gardening gloves work great
- Long hair should be secured in a low ponytail or braid
- If you already have your own PFD, you’re welcome to wear it. Otherwise, we’ll provide you with one.
- Sunscreen
Cherry Creek State Park Access
If you opted out of getting a State Parks Pass the last time you renewed your car registration, the park entrance fee is required.
What if there is Inclement Weather?
Weather in CO can be tricky and ever-changing. We will do our best to notify you at least 2 hours before class begins if we need to cancel. If conditions change and we are onsite with weather that is unsafe to go out in, we will focus on land instruction under shelter.