Optimist Winter Training

Medical Information
It is recommended that any sailor with a known medical condition and/or who is taking medication should record this information, together with their name, on a wristband so that in the event of an emergency this information is quickly available to the emergency services.

Responsibility for Children
Children must always under the control of a responsible adult whilst on Club premises. The Club cannot be expected to exercise supervision or control over children whether afloat or ashore. Parents and guardians are responsible for their children’s behaviour on Club premises and for ensuring that their children comply with the Club rules and bye-laws.

Use of Sailors Image
The Organiser or staff at the club may arrange for images or videos to be taken at the training. By entering this training, you consent to the sailors image being used within club or training promotions, on the HISC website and on HISC social media channels. If you wish to opt out of your picture being used, please let the office team know.

For insurance purposes, all non-HISC members are required to become Winter Members between Oct - Mar. This allows for participation for the training and regular sailing and events at the club.

Please note that coaches are booked based on the bookings therefore we are unable to guarantee places after the bookings have closed

Entries close midnight 30th September.

We're thrilled to offer 12 exciting days of winter training across 6 weekends from October to March. This program is designed to help you grow as a sailor and have fun on the water, even during the colder months!

We understand that everyone has busy schedules, so we've made the program flexible:
•⁠ ⁠You can choose which days work best for you.
•⁠ ⁠We encourage attending as many sessions as possible to get the most out of the program.
•⁠ ⁠Aim for at least 9 days if you can, but any participation is valuable!

Why attend more sessions?
•⁠ ⁠More practice means more improvement and confidence on the water.
•⁠ ⁠You'll build stronger friendships with your fellow sailors.
•⁠ ⁠It's a great way to stay active and engaged with sailing year-round.

We're committed to providing a spot for everyone interested. In the unlikely event that we need to adjust group sizes, we may consider attendance levels as one factor.

We’re excited to see you on the water! Choose the dates that work for you and let's make this winter season amazing!

Events & Training Cancellation Policy

We will refund you in full if you cancel a session booking 7 days prior to that session, but cancellation within 7 days of a session is non-refundable unless HISC manages to resell that slot.