The AMF catalog from 1976 has a few pages dedicated to learning to sail in 3 days. Day 1 is about getting used to being on a boat, on the water. A few techniques are taught on how to move the boat with paddle, daggerboard or surfboard stroke should the wind drop off. Also turning with the tiller is introduced. These drills are done in shallow water.
Reference:
AMF Catalog, 1976.
