YSF SPRING DEVELOPMENT SQUAD 

The CYCSA Spring Development Squad provide sailors with an entry into Youth Sailing Foundation. Aimed at active club sailors and sailors who have successfully completed the Holiday squad and Summer Squads, the Development Squad allows sailors to continue developing their keelboat sailing skills, gaining a better understanding of racing knowledge and tactics. 

Run-on Friday afternoons; the program provides excellent opportunities for sailors to develop and work towards Performance squads.

 

Development Squad Objectives

• Provide coaching, theory, and training for sailors to develop their sailing skills for keelboats.
• Improve fleet racing skills using Elliott 7’s.
• Build a better level of boat handling skills using both asymmetric and symmetric spinnakers.
• Develop sound knowledge and understanding of Racing Rules of Sailing.
• Improve tactics to enhance fleet racing skills.
• Introduce basic match racing concepts.
• Gain valuable teamwork experience.

Block 1 Training Program – Friday (1700-1900)

• Friday 21st October - Friday 25th November

Key Regattas

The Spring Development Squad focuses sailors on two key events.  The first event is an internal Fleet Racing sprint series. Training focuses on boat handling, fleet racing skills and knowledge.  The second event is an internal Match Racing event.  Training will introduce basic match racing concepts building key skills and knowledge.  Sailors will rotate through all positions developing a well-rounded skill set. Development Squad goals include the aim to send teams interstate to compete. 

 

Eligibility

Sailors who want to join the Performance Squad must be aged between 13-18 years old and have demonstrated sailing ability at club level.  Submit an application of 200 words or less outlining sailing goals and ability to commit to the program addressed to Greg Allison -  greg.allison@cycsa.com.au

 

Squad fees – $550.00 inc. GST per training block.  

Includes all boat use, coaching throughout the program, YSF Squad Team Shirt and CYCSA Junior Membership valued at $90.00.  Junior members receive club access, 10% discount on food, drink and merchandise.  Members also receive a 10% discount on future courses.