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USSailing newlogoSummer Sail Camp is Sailing Education Adventure's primary program for teaching youth sailing to youths during summer vacation. The US Sailing Certified program is based at the calm and protected harbor of the Marin Yacht Club in San Rafael.

SC Group Shot2012 is our 28th year of Sail Camp.

Dates:  June 25  - August 31
Days:
Monday - Friday
Hours: 9:00 - 12:00 - 4:00pm
Ages: 8-10, 11-16
Price:
$295, $360

Session 1: June 25 - June 29 
Session 2: July 2 - July 6
Session 3: July 9 - July 13
Session 4: July 16 - July 20
Session 5: July 23 - July 27
Session 6: July 30 - August 3
Session 7: August 6 - August 10
Session 8: August 13 - August 17
Session 9: August 20 - August 24
Session 10: August 27 - August 31

Awards
10 Year Hallmark Performance - USSailing
Achievement in Nonprofit Excellence
- Center for Volunteer and Nonprofit Leadership of Marin

Sessions

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Mini Camp

Days: Monday - Friday
Hours: 9:00 - 12:00

Ages: 8-10
Price:
$295

June 25 - June 29
July 9 - July 13
July 30 - August 3
August 20 - August 24

One-week, half-day sessions to introduce younger children to sailing. Light morning breezes give younger children an opportunity to start learning about wind, water, safety and fun. Youths are taught basic sailing skills by our experienced staff. In safe conditions, children are encouraged to sail in pairs without counselors by the end of the their training.

Friday Awards: Celebrate your child's accomplishments with a small awards event Friday 12:00pm

Note: We cannot enroll 8-10 year olds in Basic / Intermediate camps.
Children aged 8-10 who have completed one full week of Mini Camp are eligible to enroll in Basic/Intermediate camp at the discretion of the Head Counselor.


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Basic / Intermediate Camp

Days: Monday - Friday
Hours: 9:00 - 16:00
Ages: 11-16
Price:
$360

Session 1: June 25 - June 29 
Session 2: July 2 - July 6
Session 3: July 9 - July 13
Session 4: July 16 - July 20
Session 5: July 23 - July 27
Session 6: July 30 - August 3
Session 7: August 6 - August 10
Session 8: August 13 - August 17
Session 9: August 20 - August 24
Session 10: August 27 - August 31

Full-day sessions for one week M-F that concentrate on sailing, boating safety and teamwork.
Because students need time to master sailing, we highly recommend two or more sessions for a rewarding sailing experience.

Basic Camp is an introductory course that builds familiarity with boat handling and the principles or sailing.

Intermediate Camp further develops sailing skills, while providing longer and more challenging sails to with trained counselors coaching from safety boats. Camp staff will form the two groups based on sailing history and demonstrated skills at the start of the session.

Friday Awards: Celebrate your child's accomplishments with a small awards event Friday 4:00pm


camp.closeupAdvanced Camp

Hours: 9:00 - 16:00
Ages: 11-16
Price:
$360

June 25 - June 29
July 9 - July 13
July 30 - August 3
August 20 - August 24
August 27 - August 31 (Full)

One-week, full day sessions for more advanced sailors. Campers will be challenged by performance sailing, longer voyages, and an introduction to racing. Limited to campers who have already completed Intermediate or have equivalent experience. Each camper handles their own boat!

Friday Awards: Celebrate your child's accomplishments with small awards event Friday 4:00pm

US Sailing Small Boat Certification: Optional
You may become a certified Small Boat Sailor by completing the requirements in the Small Boat Sailor Certification Record Book - supplied and validated by SEA's US SAILING instructor.


Sailing Summer Camp Questions

Call (415) 775-8779 or Contact Us

Quotes

"We enrolled our 8 year old daughter and her 2 friends of similar ages and they LOVED it. All 3 are asking if they can do it again next year. It was fantastic and gave the kids so much confidence. "

"It seems a perfect combination of fun and learning. My son gained self confidence and pride in learning a new skill"
"The counselors were great!"

"The extras were perfect for my child ... skills build­ing, a trip to the beach, the big boat sail, and he made new friends.""My daughter will always remember and be proud of her accomplishments in Sail Camp."

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Video


Video by Wayne McIntosh

Curriculum

Our curriculum for all sessions is based on USSailing's Small Boat Sailor and covers:

  1. Preparing for sailing
  2. Rigging your boat
  3. Wind awareness
  4. Points of sail
  5. Steering
  6. Sail trim
  7. Tacking
  8. Jibing
  9. Navigation rules
  10. Seamanship and safety

Directions

Youth Summer Camps are held at the Marin Yacht Club, 24 Summit Ave, San Rafael.
Google Map

From the North
Take US101 S toward SAN FRANCISCO
Take the exit toward CENTRAL SAN RAFAEL.
Stay straight to go onto HETHERTON ST
Turn LEFT onto 2ND ST.
Turn SLIGHT RIGHT onto 3RD ST.
3RD ST becomes POINT SAN PEDRO RD.
Turn RIGHT onto SUMMIT AVE.
Marin Yacht Club Entrance gate is on your right hand side.

From the South
Take US101 North toward EUREKA
Take the exit toward CENTRAL SAN RAFAEL.
Turn SLIGHT RIGHT onto IRWIN ST.
Turn RIGHT onto 2ND ST.
Turn SLIGHT RIGHT onto 3RD ST.
3RD ST becomes POINT SAN PEDRO RD.
Turn RIGHT onto SUMMIT AVE.
Marin Yacht Club Entrance gate is on your right hand side.

Terms

Registration Policy

A non–refundable deposit of $100/child for each week camp is required and already included in your registration fee.

SEA Cancellation and Refund Policy

You may cancel your Camp registration with our Office. However, please be aware of our refund limits for camps. Also be considerate to fellow Camp families. Last minute cancellations are unlikely to be filled! We can help facilitate trades amongst families who agree to switch equivalent sessions.

  • 21 days before session start date – 100%
  • 14 days before start date – 50%
  • 0–13 days prior to start date – 0%
  • Any cancellations, refunds or payment disputes resolved after 60 days from date of purchase date will require additional payment of 4% online transaction fees.

Missed Days

There can be no makeups for missed days. You are responsible for ensuring your child(ren) participate(s) in the camp during the dates offered.

Volunteer

Many volunteers work hard to improve the camp curriculum, equipment and facilities on a continuous basis.

Parents - Help us make the youth program the best in the Bay Area! Please volunteer with us!
Students - we fill out your community service forms! Please volunteer with us!

Attachments:
Download this file (RiskRelease+Medical_2012.pdf)Medical Release Form101 Kb
 

Upcoming Events

SYC Racing Sunset Series
05-01-2012 - 06-26-2012

ASA 101-2
05-12-2012 - 05-20-2012

Youth Spring Sailing
05-16-2012 - 06-20-2012

Summer Camp Open House
05-19-2012

ASA 103-2H
05-19-2012 - 05-20-2012

Talk: Update from Pacific Cup Race
05-22-2012

Keelboat Sail
06-02-2012

Family Sail
06-02-2012

ASA 101-3
06-09-2012 - 06-17-2012

Family Sail
06-16-2012