YCC Theory Classes

Introduction

Theoretical classes are offered free of charge to all YCC members however they are especially targeted to members taking part in club's courses. These may also be useful when preparing for a test or when resuming sailing after a long break. Joining a theory class is also an excellent opportunity to ask any questions you may have on sailing and meet fellow club memebers and experienced instructors. YCC also offer lectures of general interest, a listing of past and scheduled events can be seen at this link: lectures.

Classes offered in 2012

Course Contents Venue Convenor Audience
Introductory Dinghy theory with Paul
PPT		 Information evening and basic theory for Dinghy sailors Wednesday, April 18th
18:30-20:00
160-1-009 		Paul Smith D course and interest in dinghy sailing
Introduction à la voile (Français) Les principales parties du bateau. La terminologie à connaître. Comment faire avancer son bateau? Comment le diriger? Noeuds de base. Jeudi 19 Avril
18:15-20:00
61-1-007

Michel Cornevin Cours niveau 1 et/ou debuttants
Sailing rules and regulations (English) Swiss and French law applicable when sailing on the lake; basic regatta rules Tuesday, April 24th
18:30-20:30
Council Chamber 503-1-001

 Rob Veenhof Level 1 courses and general interest
Sailing for beginners (English), part 1: PPT PDF How a boat is built, why does it move, basic terminology, sailing courses, safety, practicing knots... Thursday, May 3rd
18:30-20:30
40-S2-D01

 Sebastian Łopieński Level 1 courses and/or beginners
Sailing for beginners (English), part 2: PPT PDF Why and how to adjust sails, using the spinnaker, trapeze work; manoeuvres: tacking, gybing, man overboard, leaving and entering the port, priority rules etc. Thursday, May 24th
18:30-20:30
40-S2-D01		 Sebastian Łopieński Level 1 courses and/or beginners

Study material and external links

Last updated on 21-4-2012 LC.