SYC Learn to Sail Instruction
Intro to Sailing (3 hours of group instruction) 2 to 3 people per class.
Intro to sailing, launching, rigging, and the basics. Classroom brief, launching and retrieval, rigging and de-rigging demonstration. Instruction on the water where the goal is to have participants sail the boat themselves. Instructor is on board for lessons. Course can be taken multiple times, until participant is comfortable enough to move to the next level. Course can be taught on either Flying Scots or J22.
Class Dates & Times
March 25 - J22 - 5pm - 8pm
March 27 - J22 - 5pm - 8pm
March 29 - J22 - 5pm - 8pm
April 3 - J22 - 5pm - 8pm
April 5 - J22 - 5pm - 8pm
April 10 - J22 - 5pm - 8pm
April 11 - J22 - 5pm - 8pm
April 17 - J22 - 5pm - 8pm
April 18 - J22 - 5pm - 8pm
April 20 - J22 - 12pm - 3pm
April 21 - J22 - 12pm - 3pm
May 1 - J22 - 5pm - 8pm
May 2 - J22 - 5pm - 8pm
May 11 - J22 - 12pm - 3pm
May 12 - J22 - 12pm - 3pm
May 15 - J22 - 5pm - 8pm
May 16 - J22 - 5pm - 8pm
May 22 - J22 - 5pm - 8pm
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Boat Handling and Sail Trim (3 hours of group instruction) 2 to 3 people per class
This class is aimed at sailors who already have a basic knowledge of sailing and want to continue to the next level. Before registering, sailors should be comfortable sailing at a basic level (or have successfully completed the Intro to Sailing course). Curriculum includes advanced sail trim, spinnaker sailing, basic navigation and will be tailored to the interest of the group. Course will be taught as a combination of classroom and on-the-water instruction in Flying Scots or the J22. sailboat. Instructor is on board for lessons. Courses can be taken multiple times, until participant is comfortable enough to move to the next level.
Class Dates and Times
More dates coming soon!
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Intro to Racing (3 hours of group instruction) 2 to 3 people per class
Not scheduled at this time.
Basic rules and tactics, courses, starting procedure, mark rounding, rules of racing. Class will include time in the classroom as well as on the water. Instructor is on board for lessons. Lessons may be taught in Flying Scot, J27, or J22. Course can be taken multiple times.
Class Dates and Times
Coming Soon!
Racing Intermediate/Advanced (2.5 hours of group instruction) 2 people per class
Not scheduled at this time.
Advanced rules and tactics, goal is to coach during active racing in the Twilight Racing series on Friday nights. Instructor is on board for Lessons. Class to be taught in the Flying Scot.
Class Dates and Times
Coming Soon!
Private Lessons
Those looking for a more personalized level of instruction can request private lessons. Lessons and course material structured to cover specific items, moving at a pace that works for you. Available for individuals and couples.
Email [email protected] for private lesson rates and scheduling.
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Friday Night Sunset Cruise Experience
Ride along for a sunset cruise on the SYC J27 Miss Mary Ellen, with the option to take a hand at as little or as much sailing as you desire. This is a minimal instruction experience, participants are welcome to just enjoy the ride if they choose.
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Sunset Cruise Dates & Times
More Dates coming soon!
Members: $150 per person | Guests: $200 per person
Youth Under 12: $50 per
Youth 12-17: $75 per
For additional questions or comments, please email [email protected]
For Junior Sailing Clinics and other programs, see the JUNIORS drop-down menu of the web site.