Master the Art of Sail Trim in Little River, South Carolina

Sail Trim Theory Clinic Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Location: On board, dockside — no sailing required Capacity: Limited to 6 participants Includes: Lunch (Sub sandwich, chips, bottled water)

Course Overview: Mastering sail trim is one of the most effective ways to improve your boat’s performance, and it all starts with a solid foundation in theory. Join us for this dockside clinic designed for sailors who want to understand how and why sails behave the way they do — and how to fine-tune them for changing conditions.

What You'll Learn: • The principles of sail shape and how draft, twist, and depth affect performance

• The role of key trim controls including outhaul, halyard tension, Cunningham, boom vang, and traveler

• How to read telltales and what they reveal about airflow and trim efficiency

• How headsail and mainsail interact — balancing power and minimizing helm

• Trim techniques for different wind conditions (light air vs heavy breeze)

Ideal For: • Sailors looking to sharpen their understanding of trim fundamentals

• Crew members who want to contribute more actively

This clinic emphasizes hands-on discussion and real-world rig inspection — all aboard a sailboat, but comfortably docked. No sailing experience required for this session, just a willingness to learn and ask questions.