Ratings

The UISC has a set of ratings, signifying the sailing competence of each member. The purpose of this system is to define each member's skills and limitations to him/herself and to the club. All instruction and testing takes place in the Flying Juniors (FJ's).

• Novice - Little or no knowledge of sailing and/or club procedures.

• Crew - Knows the parts and is able to rig an FJ. Familiar with club rules and boat signout procedures.

• Light Weather Helmsman (LWH) - Able to sail away from the dock and back, tack and jibe, right a capsized FJ, and pass the man overboard drill. May sail FJ and Laser in winds up to 15 mph.

• Advanced Light Weather Helmsman (ALWH) - Must have 15 hours supervised sailing time. Must demonstrate sailing ability in winds 12 mph or higher. May obtain a key to the boathouse.

• Heavy Weather Helmsman (HWH) - Able to do all of the above in winds over 15 mph, plus have raced in at least three races (club or intercollegiate). May sail in winds up to 30 knots. Pass oral and/or written exam on boating rules, racing, trailering, first aid, etc. Race in 12 races and set up course. Able to sail most club boats.

• Windsurfer (WS) - Restricted to using the windsurfer boards. Must wear a PFD unless the swim test is passed. Familiar with club rules and boat signout procedures.

  • Skipper - Able to pass the UISC Skipper Oral and Written Exam.