How long does a practice session last?

A good session will consist of the following parts:

• 30 minutes to prep the boat.
• 20 minutes to get out on the Lake and setup the course
• 2 hours of practice
• 20 minutes to collect the marks and pack the boat
• 20 minutes of debriefing at the dock.

A concentrated 3 hours can be quite a workout and results in significant learning.

It's a good idea to rotate the crew who preps the boat, so that everyone becomes familiar with all the different systems.