OPTIMIST.

The Optimist is the first sailboat on which thousands of children discover the joys of sailing every year. At the Crans Nautical Club, this small, stable, lightweight, and safe training boat is at the heart of our Sailing School for 5–10 year olds. Designed especially for young sailors, the Optimist allows children to learn with confidence: understanding the wind, steering their boat, moving forward, stopping... everything is done at their own pace and in a supportive environment.

Recommended age: 7 to 10

On our protected stretch of water, instructors accompany budding sailors on their first nautical adventures. Thanks to a fun and progressive teaching method, each child discovers independence, develops their balance and sense of direction, and above all, enjoys being on the water. The Optimist is the best starting point for moving on to faster or more technical boats, while maintaining the spirit of fun that makes our courses so successful.

Whether it’s for a first experience or to progress from one level to the next, the Optimist remains the ideal companion for beginners at the Crans Sailing Club. A wonderful way to give your children unforgettable memories… and their first real taste of freedom on the water! It’s the perfect way to build confidence and lay the necessary foundations before moving on to more technical sailboats.

Our Optimist offers
Camps d'été et Stages Printemps-Automne d'Optimist en Terre-Sainte

Solo or Duo

The Soapbox (unsinkable)

  • Total length: 2.34 m
  • Width: 1.20 m
  • Weight: Between 35 and 45 kg
  • Draft: 0.78 m

Mainsail (reefless): 3.6 m²