Introduction to Sailing
Terri Schmidt
Whether you are new to sailing or need a refresher on the basics, this class is for you! Topics will include points of sail, tacking and jibing, crew positions, boat parts and equipment, and safety on the water. Learn about the unique experiences of women entering the sailing world and how to find your perfect sailing “fit.” Resources will be offered to help you continue learning after the class is over. Get your questions answered. Consider all the possibilities. Feel prepared for your next great adventure!
Terri sailed a Sunfish as a young child, then returned to sailing nine years ago at the Milwaukee Community Sailing Center, where she sails Ensigns, Solings, J24s, and 420 centerboard boats. Terri crews on the Goman Express 35 Sanity Check for Wednesday night races and on the Catalina 36 Cattywampus on MAST Friday night races. She has recently chartered double-handed, cruising in the Apostle Islands and the North Channel of Lake Huron. She has competed in two Queen's Cup races. Terri is looking forward to her third season as an Adult Basic Sailing Instructor at MSCS. She dreams of adventuring in the BVI one day!
Skill level: Beginner
Terri sailed a Sunfish as a young child, then returned to sailing nine years ago at the Milwaukee Community Sailing Center, where she sails Ensigns, Solings, J24s, and 420 centerboard boats. Terri crews on the Goman Express 35 Sanity Check for Wednesday night races and on the Catalina 36 Cattywampus on MAST Friday night races. She has recently chartered double-handed, cruising in the Apostle Islands and the North Channel of Lake Huron. She has competed in two Queen's Cup races. Terri is looking forward to her third season as an Adult Basic Sailing Instructor at MSCS. She dreams of adventuring in the BVI one day!
Skill level: Beginner