J/80 does it all, with thrilling 15 knot rides under spinnaker or relaxed sunset cruises with mainsail only. SAILING WORLD rated J/80 as easier to handle, less intimidating, safer and better suited for sailing offshore than other modern sportboats tested.
J/80s are now sailing in 30 fleets in 12 countries, with large fleets existing in North America, Europe and China.
We offer the exciting sportboat certification class aboard the venerable J/80. She's fast, fun, capable and with her 10' cockpit, the perfect teaching platform for learning the next level of performance sailing.
You'll be sailing in the middle of the toughest inland body of water on the planet, Swan Francisco Bay.
In order to get you prepared for this challenging course the pre-requisites are:
ASA 101 Basic Keelboat Sailing
ASA 103 Basic Coastal Cruising
ASA 105 Coastal Navigation (in progress)
Minimum 4 charters on the Andrews 21
You'll need to have good wet weather gear by the time you get to this class. Foulies are a must as we'll be sailing in the central portion of SF Bay where the winds can gust to 30+ knots and the Bay Chop build to 5+ feet.
Once your achieve this certification you need to complete 3 charters with you as skipper of record prior to going north of the Bay Bridge. Build your skills well so by the time you reach the "Slot" you're have the confidence and capability to keep you, your crew and your boat safe. Remember everyone on board is depending on you and your skills.
|
Day 1
|
Day 3
|
|
Day 2
|
Day 4
|
|
J/80 27' Keelboat |
ASA Test: no |
Certification : Spinnaker SB1 |
Prerequisite : ASA 101, 103 & 4 charters |
|
Sportboat is offered one weekend Monthly two days 11am - 4pm. Midweek Mon-Thurs 11am - 4pm. |
