Mary:

I think the most important part is just getting them on the water first. Try to take 1 new person a month out. Make it a day when there is not a lot of wind or take it easy. Don't scare them. That is at least 6 newbie per person a year.

Next IF and WHEN they like it get them to read "Catamaran Racing for the 90's" I ALWAYS explain that this not just for racers. That is is the Bible of cat sailing (As I said I have pasted my old 2nd copy to grand daughter, she is getting stick time this year). Have read and ask questions. Try one new thing each time they sail. Go out as crew if needed to explain what they have read.

We are taking marks and a start/finish line. NO RACES. Just to play and practice starts WITH no PRESSURE on them. Make it fun.

Just my opinion.

Doug Snell