For beginner sailors who have completed the third grade and/or will be eight  years old by August 31, 2008. This class is designed to introduce young sailors to the Optimist.   Children who are new to our program and/or have completed less than 2 sessions of Little Mariners would benefit from inclusion in this class. Knowledge of the boat, rigging, basic sailing, water safety and confidence in handling all points of sailing are emphasized.   Opti 1A meets Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings from 8:30am-12:00pm.