RNSYS SAIL TRAINING PARENTAL GUIDE

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LEARN TO RACE
2016
RNSYS SAIL TRAINING
PARENTAL GUIDE
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CANSail………………………………………………………..3
Welcome to Racing…………………………………………….4
Finding Your CANSail Number ………………………………5
What to Bring………………………………………………….6
My Regatta Checklist………………………………………….7
Expectations for Racers……………………………….……….8
Expectations for Parents……………………………….………11
Tentative Opti Schedule……………………………………….12
Tentative 420 and Laser Schedule…………………………….13
RNSYS Training Pathway…………………………………….14
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CANSAIL
Welcome sailors and parents! We are
The Opti 3, 420, and Laser programs
very excited about our plans for the
focus on the refinement of boat handling
upcoming sailing season! For those of
and racing skills, optimizing class-
you who are new to the Learn to Race
specific fitness, and introducing program
programs, the Royal Nova Scotia Yacht
and campaign management. The program
Squadron models itself on the CANSail
seeks to involve sailors in Regional,
Program that was developed by Sail
Provincial and National Championship
Canada. CANSail is a set of progressive
Youth events and competitions. The
learn-to-sail standards focused on
program aims to provide consistent
providing sailors with solid boat
coaching to refine skills, introduce
handling skills. The program allows
individualized training programs,
sailors to learn and progress in any type
competitive training groups, formalize
of boat, and consolidates key skills and
mental skill training, and familiarize
solid experiences before adding more
sailors with training opportunities in their
complex boat handling maneuvers.
region. Sailors will learn refinement of
The RNSYS Sail Training Learn to
Race programs, including Opti 3,
Introduction to 420, Intermediate 420,
and Intermediate Laser fall within the
Learn to Train and Learn to Compete
sections of the Long Term Sailing
Development Pathway as it is set out by
Sail Canada and Sail Nova Scotia. As
such, training seeks to develop refined
boat handling and racing skills with the
goal of pursuing performance pathways.
rudderless sailing, sail adjustments at
marks and heavy air sailing, as well as the
refinement of roll-tacking, roll-gybing,
mark rounding, 360/720, stopping and
accelerating under all weather conditions.
Our aim with these programs is to
introduce sailors to training and
competition in a fun, safe, and interactive
learning environment that emphasizes a
process-base, not outcome based
approach to learning advanced boat
handling and racing skills
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Welcome to a Race Team
Some basic information
There are many reasons to start racing dinghies.
cost factors for regattas include travel,
Racing is fun and exhilarating, and there is
accommodation, food, and registration. The
nothing quite like squeezing every ounce of
Learn to Race Programs have trailers, and will
speed out of your boat to pull ahead of another
take care of the transportation of club boats;
sailor. The RNSYS Learn to Race programs is a
however, it is the responsibility of sailors and
great way to begin your career as a racer.
their parents to arrange their personal travel and
accommodations.
While the enrolment of your child in one of the
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above cited sailing programs covers their daily
Being on a race team is a lot of fun, but it is also
training, registration fees for regattas are not
a big commitment. Please take the time to read
included. The variable costs depend on the
carefully through our regatta schedule to make
regattas that the programs attend. Most major
sure you are prepared for the sailing season.
Finding My
CANSail
Number
Now that you are on a race
team, you will need your
CANSail number to register
for many regattas. Finding
your number is easy! Just
follow these steps!
1) go to www.sailing.ca
2) From Here, Click on
the LOGIN icon at the
top middle of the screen
3) To login your username
is your last name plus
the first 3 letters of
your given name. Your
password is your postal
code and it is case
sensitive.
4) If this doesn’t work, hit
locate profile. From
here you can enter
basic information to
look up your CANSail
number.
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What to Bring?
Sunny Days
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Windy Days
Rash guard T-shirt or long
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Wetsuit
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Wetsuit
sleeves
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Rash Guard
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Rash Guard
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Hiking Pants
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Hiking Pants
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Neoprene Socks
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Neoprene Socks
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Gloves
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Gloves
Hiking pants or Skiff pants
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Sailing Booties
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Sunglasses
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Hat/ Touque
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Hat/ Touque
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Hat
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Sailing Booties
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Sailing Booties
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Splash Jacket
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Splash Jacket
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Sunscreen
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Sunscreen
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Sunscreen & Zinc
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Towel
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Towel
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Towel
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Exercise clothes, including
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Change or Warm Clothes
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Change or Warm Clothes
running shoes
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Exercise Clothes & running
Shoes
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Exercise Clothes & running
Shoes
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Logbook
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Logbook
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Rainy Days
Logbook
MY REGATTA CHECKLIST SAMPLE
A Quick Reference to Remind You What You’ll Need
My Name: ______________________________________________
My Boat: OPTI
C420
LASER
My Hull #: _______________________
My Sail #: ___________________________
Checklist for Boat:
__ Hull
__ Daggerboard
__ Wind Indicator
__ Hull Plugs
__ Spars
__ Buoyancy Tanks
__ Protest Flag
__ Dolly
__ Rudder
__ Tiller & Extension
Checklist for Sails:
__ Main
___ Jib*
___Spinnaker*
___Battens
__ Extra Battens
___ Ticklers and Telltales
___ Sail Numbers
__ Jib Sheets
__ Cunningham
__Spin Sheets*
Checklist for Lines:
__Main Sheet
__ Vang
__ Traveller + Block
__ Outhaul +Block*
__ Painter
__ Clew Tie Down
__ Hiking Strap Retainer
__Spin Retrieval Line
__Spin Pole
__ Sprit Pole
__ Daggerboard Retainer
Checklist for You:
__ Trapeze Harness
__ Healthy Lunch
__Health Card
__PFD
__Whistle
__ Water Bottle
__CANSail Number
__ Sunscreen
__Knife
__ Sailing Gear
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EXPECTATIONS FOR RACERS
The following code of conduct is developed to aid RNSYS Learn to Race sailors to achieve a level of
behavior, which will allow him or her to participate as an athlete and a member of Sail Canada to the
maximum.
RNSYS SAILORS HAVE A RESPONSIBILITY TO:
1. Treat everyone fairly within the context of their activity, regardless of gender, place of origin, race,
physical or mental ability, sexual orientation, religion, political beliefs, or socio-economic status.
2. Direct comments or criticism at their performance rather than at themselves.
3. Respect his or her Coach at all times.
4. Respect and properly care for RNSYS’s equipment, including sails, hull, spars etc. Furthermore, to
ensure the boat that he or she is using is properly secure to trailers, and taken care of for the entirety
of a regatta.
5. Abide by the National Coaching Certification Program od Canada’s Fair Play Principles:
FAIR PLAY PRINCIPLES:
Applying Fair Play Principles implies that all those involved in sailing recognize the importance of fairness,
a respectful attitude, and appropriate conduct when engaged in sporting activities, and agree to model and
promote them.
The Following are examples of Fair Play behaviours for instructors, coaches, athletes, officials, and parents:
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Follow all the rules, and never seek to deliberately break a rule.
Aim to compete fairly, using talent and ability to win; refuse to win by illegal means or by
cheating.
Respect the official(s), and accept their decisions without doubting their integrity.
Recognize dignity in all circumstances, and demonstrate self-control. In defeat recognize with
dignity and superiority of your opponent. In victory, act modestly, and do not ridicule your
opponents.
Consistently display high personal standards and project a favouable image of sailing and RNSYS
by:
Refraining from public criticism of other sailing instructors, coaches, and competitors.
Abstaining from the use of tobacco products.
Abstaining from drinking alcoholic beverages
Refrain from the use of profane, insulting, harassing, or otherwise offensive language.
Treat sailors, coaches, volunteers, and officials with respect and actively encourage fellow
athletes to do the same.
Encourage all sailors to demonstrate their own Code of Conduct.
Refrain from public criticism of Race Officers, Judges, and all other volunteers.
EXPECTATIONS FOR RACERS
RNSYS SAILORS MUST:
1. Ensure their personal safety by wearing a PFD at all times while on the water. They must also sail in
weather conditions that are suitable for his or her skill level.
2. Respect the dignity of sailors and athletes. Verbal or physical behaviours that constitute harassment
or abuse are not acceptable.
3. Never use drugs and other banned substances
PROCESS FOR INVESTIGATING AN ALLEGED BREACH OF RNSYS CODE OF CONDUCT:
All Sail Nova Scotia and Sail Canada Events:
At Sail Canada events the jury organized for the event shall have the primary responsibility for investigating
an alleged breach of the CANSail Sailor/ Instructor Code of Conduct. The jury organized for the event, shall
call a hearing, or take whatever measure necessary to investigate the complaint and to determine whether the
allegations have basis in fact. The jury may take whatever disciplinary actions it deems appropriate including
giving the sailor a reprimand, and suspending the individual from sailing for part or the entire event where
the breach occurred. Any discipline actions taken by the jury shall be reported to Sail Canada with a
recommendation of whether further action should be considered by Sail Canada. At all Sail Canada camps,
clinics, regattas, and seminars, the Sail Canada representatives attending the event shall be responsible for
call a hearing, and for pursuing measures deemed necessary.
Penalties and Discipline Enforce by Sail Canada:
Failure to follow the sailor Code of Conduct at all Sail Canada and Sail Nova Scotia Events may result in
one or more of the following actions:
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disqualification of the sailors concerned in one or more races, in the event where the incident
occurred.
Giving the sailor a reprimand.
Suspending the individual from sailing for part of or the entire event.
Termination of the participation of the sailor concerned at the event where the incident occurred.
Expulsion of the sailor from the site of the event.
Recommending to Sail Canada/ Sail Nova Scotia that the sailor shall not be considered for
instructing/ coaching position with Sail Canada for a period of three months to four years.
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EXPECTATIONS FOR RACERS
PENALTIES AND DISCIPLINE ENFORCE BY RNSYS:
Failure to follow the RNSYS Code of Conduct while at RNSYS or at any event may result in a variety of
consequences. RNSYS penalty and disciplinary system works on a three-strike policy. First time offenders
will be given a verbal warning and a behavioural report form will be written up, and put on the sailor’s file.
The sailor’s second offense will lead to an instructor speaking to the sailor’s parents, and a behavioural
report form will be filled out and submitted. Third offenses will lead to one of the following based on the
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MAC Clean Up Duty
Aiding RNSYS Staff with Cleaning and Boat Duties
Sailor ask to leave the sailing program for the day.
Sailor suspended from the sailing program.
Sailor expelled from the sailing program.
EXPECTATIONS FOR PARENTS
Since RNSYS sets expectations for their racers, we feel it only fair that we apply the same standards to
parents and guardians. We also need your help for our program to succeed. By setting a good example for
our sailors, you exemplify our expectations of sportsmanship and fair play.
WE ASK YOU:
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Encourage your sailor to play by the rules. Remember, children learn best by example.
Make sailor’s participation fun. Support their desire to sail or play the sport of their choosing.
Show a positive attitude towards RNSYS programs and all their employees and participants.
Show a positive attitude towards Sail Canada and Sail Nova Scotia and all their employees,
volunteers, and participants.
Applaud skill development and skill progression. Emphasize acquiring and mastering new skills
rather than levels or winning.
Applaud working hard and personal achievements rather than medals and regatta placements.
Work toward removing all physical and verbal abuse in youth sports. Adopt a “Zero Tolerance”
attitude.
Familiarize yourself with the materials required for your child’s participation in the RNSYS
Learn to Race program.
Help out where you can. Attending regattas takes a lot of work and coordination.
Where resources are available, please be involved in regatta preparation and help make this summer one of
the bests!
Additionally, we always welcome feedback from you. We ask that if you have any complaints, inquiries, or
suggestions that you email them to sailnow@rnsys.com
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Tentative 420 and laser Schedule
For more specific information o regattas, such as club location, costs, link to NORs etc, please
read through out 2016 Regatta Schedule. You can receive this document by asking your
sailor’s coach, or by emailing sailnow@rnsys.com
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