Optimist
| Sails: | 1 |
| Crew: | 1 (child), or 2 small children |
| Suitable for children: | Yes, no adults! |
The Optimist is a hugely popular small training dinghy for kids. Children as young as 8 can sail an optimist and along with the Topper dinghy it provides an excellent introduction to sailing. Optimists are used in the Junior sessions on Saturdays in the summer, and for basic instruction.
Last updated 22:17 on 27 April 2025