OPTIMIST RACE TEAM



The DRYC Optimist Race Team travels year round to regattas throughout the Southern California region. Practice will be conducted on Sundays along with the beginner Optimist class. Groups will be split up between beginners, Green Fleet, and Championship Fleet depending on experience, class chemistry, and participation. The DRYC Optimist Race Team is expected to attend all Southern California Youth Yacht Racing Association (SYCCRA) events including the Carrie and Harken Series. Trailer towing and hotel stays will be a common aspect of regatta travel for parents. This team is a great way to introduce your child to the more competitive aspects of youth yacht racing.

  • Provide your own boat, or use a DRYC Opti for the duration of the session ($500 per Fall / Spring Session)
  • At practice, sailors will continually work on their boat-speed, upwind and downwind, starting practice, mark rounding’s and boat-handling, understanding of the rules, and rigging techniques specific to racing Optimists
  • Opti Intermediates will practice with Opti Advanced team, but break off into their own groups when needed
  • Sailors will be expected to participate in local and regional events throughout the duration of the session
  • Practice will not be held during holidays, regattas, and special events
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