Beginning Sailing I (June 15-June 26), II (June 29 – July 10), III (July 13-July 24)
Morning Classes are more suitable for beginning sailing due to less wind and are structured for children at least 8 years old who are at a beginner level of sailing. The Optimist will be the primary boat used to familiarize children on how to: rig, de-rig, launch, return to shore, tack, jibe, trim the sail, steer, and recover from capsizing. Additional topics that will be addressed are how to tie various knots and how to recognize weather conditions. Upon completion, students should feel confident in sailing on all points of sail.
Beginning Sailing I meets Monday – Thursday 9AM – 12PM
Cost:$275/$350 (non-members)
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Intermediate Sailing I June 29 – July 10
Classes will be designated for intermediate classes due to the increase in sea breeze. These classes are structured for children 11 and older or those that have already mastered the fundamentals of sailing. Students will further develop skills taught in the Beginning class and will be given introductions to right-of-way rules and basic sailboat racing. Regardless of whether students decide to continue along a competitive track, the racing instruction is fun for the students and gives them extra confidence in the skills they have learned. Optimists will be the primary boat used for instruction. If ready, with instructor‘s discretion students will be given the opportunity to move up to Lasers.
Intermediate Sailing I meets Monday, Wednesday - Friday 9AM – 12PM
Cost:$275/$350 (non-members)
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Intro to Sailing I (June 15-June 18), II (June 22-June 25), III (July 13-July 16), IV (July 27-July 30)
This course is an introduction to sailing for young children (ages 8+) who are neither familiar with sailboats nor ready to sail solo. Instructors and junior instructors are in 420’s for the duration of the course familiarize the children with fundamental concepts and terminology of sailing while giving them the opportunity to gain confidence and foster an appreciation for sailing in a controlled environment. There is a swimming requirement for this course, so please contact the Sailing Director with any concerns.
Intro to Sailing I meets Monday – Thursday 9 AM – 12PM
Cost: $200/$250 (non-members)
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Funweek August 3-August 6
The recommended age for Funweek is 8-12. This week is highlighted with adventurous sailing expeditions to Masonboro Island, the Cliffs, the Swimming Hole, and Bird Island. Other activities include a greased watermelon contest, scavenger hunts, and sponge tag. Funweek is limited to 25 students and always quick to fill, so please sign up early.
Funweek II meets Monday – Thursday 9 AM – 3PM
Cost: $250/$300 (non-members)
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Race Team June 15– July 30
The CYC Race Team is by invitation only. Practices and out of town regattas will be mandatory in order to remain on the team. Opti's will meet Tuesdays/Thursdays and Laser/420/Sunfish on Mondays/Wednesdays.
Race Teams Opti's meet Tuesdays/Thursdays 1PM – 4PM, Laser/420/Sunfish meet Mondays/Wednesdays 1PM – 4PM
Cost: $350/$400 (non-members)
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Intro to Race Team (June 8-June 12)
NEW! This course is designed to introduce racing. Children should be highly competent at an intermediate level. This course will provide sailors with the beginning concepts of racing, boat speed and rules. It is a stepping stone onto the race team.
Intro to Race Team meets Monday – Friday 5:30PM - 8:00PM
Cost:$250/$300 (non-members)
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Sailing Assistants
Students enrolled in the CYC Sailing Program and who have shown dedication to the sport of sailing are eligible to become Jr. Sailing Assistants. These students make a valuable contribution to the program by assisting instructors and dockmasters in their daily tasks. In return, the assistants gain the knowledge and skills necessary to become dockmasters and instructors once they get older. The selection of Sailing Assistants is limited, so those interested should contact the Sailing Director.
Jr. Racing Series
On Tuesday afteOn Tuesday afternoons, the Jr. Sailing Staff will organize and run
the 2009 CYC Junior Racing Series. Competition is open and encouraged
to all club members and program participants who have not reached
their 19th birthday in the current calendar year. It is our goal to
make this competition open to all levels of sailing, beginner to
advance, in the classes of Optimist, Sunfish, Laser Radial, and Full
Rig Laser. Sailors are expected to have their boats rigged and ready
to race by 1pm. Weather and time permitting, three races will be
attempted every Tuesday afternoon beginning June 3rd. The overall
series score will be determined using a sailor’s best 15 finishes,
and trophies will be awarded in each class at the end of the summer
during the Junior Sailing Awards Banquet. The Junior Racing Series is
always a lot of fun, and it also allows students and parents the
opportunity to get involved in the sport of sailing.
Funsail
As is becoming tradition at the CYC, Thursday evenings will once again
be reserved for Funsail beginning at 6pm. Sailors of all ages and levels
are invited to race any boat of their choosing under the requisite that
they have fun in doing so. This is a family event, so bring everyone,
even if they just want to watch, and eat a late dinner on the Oceanside
of the Club.
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