TYC Jr Sailing Team 2025

Goals for the Season:

• Boat Handling Improvement: Throughout the season, we will focus on refining boat handling skills. Our goal is to ensure that every sailor gain confidence and precision in controlling their boat under varying conditions.

• Increased Boat Speed: We will be working on advanced techniques to increase boat speed, including sail trim, weight distribution, and understanding the effects of wind shifts.

• Better Starts & Finishes: A successful race starts with a strong, controlled start, and ends with a strategic finish. We will spend time improving timing, positioning, and executing race strategies to optimize our results.

• Race Planning: One of the most crucial aspects of sailing is knowing the course, anticipating wind changes, and planning ahead. We will incorporate more focus on pre-race strategy and tactical decision-making to ensure you are prepared for every race.

• Race Psychology Preparation: will prepare you to deal with any stress associated with racing and will help you visualize better maneuvers.

Important Registration Information:

Please note that registration for both Tahoe Yacht Club (TYC) and Tahoe City Public Utility District (TCPUD) is required for participation in the upcoming season and must be completed by June 10, 2025. After June 10, the registration fee will increase, so we encourage you to sign up as soon as possible. These registrations are necessary to ensure you’re officially part of the team. Please note, registration for TCPUD summer programs including the Junior Race Team will open on Tuesday, May 6th at 10am for TCPUD Service Area Residents and 12pm for Non-Residents (links are provided below).

Season Opening Event:

We are thrilled to invite you to the Season Opening at TYC on May 14, 2025, at 5:30 PM. This will be a great opportunity to meet with fellow sailors, discuss the plans for the upcoming season, and hear from coaches about expectations and goals.

A delicious dinner will be prepared & served by Lisa Casci.  We will have a review of the season’s plans, along with time for questions and socializing. It’s a wonderful way to get excited and prepared for the season ahead.

In Summary:

Sign up for TYC & TCPUD by June 10, 2025 (late registration incurs at a higher fee)

Attend the Season Opening on May 14, 2025, at 5:30 PM (dinner included)

Focus for the season: boat handling, boat speed, starts/finishes, and race planning

Link for TYC registration:  https://www.tahoeyc.com/sailing

Link for TCPUD: Registration will open on Tuesday, May 6th at 10am for TCPUD Service Area Residents and 12pm for Non-Residents: https://tcpud.org/parks-recreation-department/recreation-program/youth-programs/tahoe-community-sailing/junior-race-team