Cat 1 - Hobie 16 Sailing with Clément (Jun 3 - 11)

Prerequisites:

• proficient at intermediate level, double-handed
• • show up early, get changed, and rig a Vanguard in time for the start of the first session, which will be a skill test to assess that your level is sufficient for the course; you will need to demonstrate proficiency with all of the following as skipper, in up to 15kt wind:
    - care with equipment
    - situational awareness on and off the water
    - rigging
    - ramp handling
    - beach handling
    - launching
    - sailing upwind and downwind efficiently
    - precise handling including sail trim in all points of sail, particularly close hauled
    - controlled tacks and gybes with clean exits and an emphasis on heading control
    - capsize recovery
    - simulated man overboard recovery
• wetsuit

Passing criteria (as per the C1 checklist):

The Cat 1 course introduces members to multihull sailing on our Hobie 16s. Students learn the basics of sailing a catamaran while also being introduced to trapezing. The Hobie 16 makes for a fun introduction to catamaran sailing as it picks up good speed but is rather uncomplicated compared to our other catamarans.
The main handling difficulties when moving up from intermediate monohulls are:
- sailing upwind: tacks are slower and through a larger angle; one will easily end up in irons if not properly set close hauled before the tack, or mishandling the jib
- the stable boat will keep sailing away in case of a man overboard
- capsize recovery requires proper technique in higher winds, and can be extremely difficult especially for lighter crew in very light winds