HISC Get Racing Club builds momentum and delivers excellent results
by Sarah Johnson 27 May 2014 12:52 BST
24-25 May 2014
The new HISC Get Racing Club enjoyed a very second successful event at the weekend with nearly 30 people taking to the water in a variety of boats for 4 quick windward/leeward races.
The aim of the club, to encourage more members to have a go at racing, was certainly achieved with a mix of participants including both those who were racing for the first time and others who had raced before but were looking to build their confidence.
Highly experienced HISC member, Andy Partington, and his team of equally experienced mentors, organized the second HISC Get Racing Event which enjoyed perfect weather conditions of 10-12 knots and some welcome sunshine.
A mixed fleet took to the water including RS Visions, Lasers, RS200s, Qubas, Solos, RS Fevas and a number of the club RS Venture fleet. Andy and his team focused on giving advice and assistance on tacking/helm positions, start line timings and positions and handling the boats in gusts.
Commenting on organizing the event, Andy Partington said, "It was great to see people improving with each race as they gained confidence and took on board some of the tips and techniques being suggested by the team of on-water helpers. We had a wide variety of boats and abilities but one common theme, lots of fun and smiles which was very rewarding!"
Get Racing Club participant Paul Knight commented, "Brilliant format, thank you so much for starting this initiative, there was loads of interest and enthusiasm, we shall definitely be there for the next event!"
The HISC Get Racing Club format comprises of a number of short, back-to-back races set within the harbour, either in members' boats or the club RS Ventures, with pre and post event briefings, on the water mentoring and fun prize giving.
The next Get Racing Club events is Saturday 31st May, with further dates as follows:
- Saturday 21st June & Saturday 28th June
- Saturday 19th July & Saturday 26th July
- Saturday 16th August & Saturday 30th August
- Saturday 13th September
- Saturday 4th October
For more information please visit the HISC website at
www.hisc.co.uk or contact Leah at
to register your boat or book a place in an RS Venture for the event.