Lesson 1
Land Drill
I learn how to Rig the boat and then on dry land but with a team moving the boat around how to stand up and move around the boat, learning to duck at the right time and where to sit in the boat.
A Happy boat is a flat boat.
In my next lesson I learn all about balancing the boat. As the boat turns I need to position myself so that the boat stays upright and have to move at the same time as the other crew members to keep the boat from capsizing.
Lesson 2
Balancing the boat
The first thing to learn is it is always the crews fault.
The crews foremost job is to balance the boat.
Essential Boat Terms: 75 Key Terms Every New Sailor Should Know.
When I first began my sailing journey, I started with just a few basic terms, but the list quickly expanded to 75 essential boat terms that every new sailor should know. Understanding these common sailing terms is crucial, ideally before you even step foot in a dinghy. This comprehensive list will help you feel more confident and prepared as you start your adventure on the water.
Lesson 3
Knots
Essentials to know when taking charge of a boat.
Lesson 4
The Jib
This is the turbo charger on two man boats.
Lesson 5
The role of the Helm
Steering - navigating - sitting on the edge of the boat to give more control.
Lesson 6
The Capsize - practice so that if it happens you know what to do
