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Sail Training Centreboard Training This Summer, the RPAYC has altered the training pathway for Optimist training in response to input from sailors, coaches, parents and the Centreboard Committee. In short Tackers 3 sailors will be encouraged to further practice their sailing skills in Tackers Fleet. Once the Tackers Fleet Coach deems the sailor competent the sailor will then be encouraged to join Green Fleet to learn introductory racing. Once the sailor is deemed competent by their Coach, they will be encouraged to join the Club Racing Fleet. Club Racing Fleet Coaching: Fridays (17:00 - 19:00): February 5th, 12th, 19th and 26th and THEN March 4th, 11th and 18th and THEN April 1st. (Please note: There will be no training or