Race team Fall 2026
Description
High School and Middle School Racing Team

We welcome all Orcas Island students 6th through 12th grade with an interest in continuing their sailing progression to join us for local practices and competitive opportunities. Practices will be held Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday after school, with opportunities to travel regionally for regattas, clinics, or joint practices with other teams.

We primarily sail the double-handed Flying Junior (FJ), a 13ft dinghy with two sails. Additionally, we will have Laser Radials and Laser 4.7s to accommodate additional sailors in smaller single-handed boats. Contact us for more information at orcassailingcoach@gmail.com or 360-317-6427.

PRE-SEASON PARENT AND ATHLETE MEETING
Aug 27: Pre-Season Meeting 4pm – 5:30pm, OIYC Picnic Shelter

TENTATIVE PRACTICE SCHEDULE
Sept 2: First Tuesday Practice 3:30 - 6:30pm, OIYC Picnic Shelter
Sept 3: First Wednesday Practice 2:30 - 6:30pm, OIYC Picnic Shelter
Sept 4: First Thursday Practice 3:30 - 6:30pm, OIYC Picnic Shelter
Sept 8: Test Drive Day (Bring a friend to practice)
Oct 27: FJ’s & Lasers put away for season
Oct 29: End of Season Team Dinner

TENTATIVE REGATTA SCHEDULE
Sept 12: TBD Clinic/ Scrimmage (OIYC)
Sept 26-27: Single Handed Champs (CYC)
Oct 3-4: North Regionals (Host TBD)
Oct 10-11: Cascadia Cup (SSP)
Oct 17-18: Keel Boat Quals (TBD) Alternate Scrimmage/ clinic (OIYC)
Oct 24-25: Fall Champs (Oak Harbor)

Gear list
Bring to all practices, clinics, and races. Sail Orcas has some gear available - ask!
-PFD
-Wetsuit
-Non-cotton Socks
-Sailing booties
-Gloves
-Start watch
-Warm hat
-Sun protection
-Water bottle
-Gear bag
Dates:
Tuesdays and Thursdays 3:30-6:30pm, Wednesdays 2:30-6:30pm
Ages:
Grades 6th - 12th
Cost:
$250.00
Availability:

Registration will end on 10/29/2026 at 11:00 PM.