2011 SWYC Learn to Sail Programs
This year, SWYC is pleased to offer youth and adult sailing programs. Both youth and adult programs are open to the entire community, excpet that Grandkids sailcamp is limited to relatives of SWYC club members.
Sailing Classes for Youth (In partnership with South Whidbey Parks & Rec)
(Beginners and Intermediates). Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to learn to sail! This day camp teaches kids from ages 10 to 15 the basics of sailing. Each student will be assigned their own boat in each weekly session. The course combines shore side learning with lots of hands-on, on-the-water sailing experience. In addition to sailing, students learn boating safety, basic seamanship and knot tying. The focus is on sailing and having fun. It is a requirement, that each student must demonstrate the ability to stay afloat for 3 minutes without a life jacket.
Registration forms are available at the SW Parks and Recreation office (360-221-5484) or visit the SW Parks and Rec Registration Page. For complete and detailed information, see our detailed course description.The Head Instructor is US Sailing certified and will be assisted by experienced dinghy sailors. Sufficient staff will be on hand to ensure each participant receives personal attention. Our priorities are safety, then fun and learning.
Location: the first morning we’ll meet at the Useless Bay Golf & Country Club for swim test and orientation, then that afternoon and the rest of the days will be at Lone Lake County Park.
SW Parks & Rec Camps (Run by SWYC)
Ages 10 to 13: July 11 – 15, 10:00am – 3:30pm, $175
Ages 10 to 15: July 18 – 22, 10:00am – 3:30pm, $175
Grandkids Camp – SWYC Members only - register directly using this form.
Ages 10 & up: June 27th – July 1, 10:00am – 3:30pm, $125
Sailing Clases for Adults (In partnership with SW P&R and SW Senior Center)
Come feel the wind on your face, breath the fresh air and learn how those little boats actually get from place to place using only the wind. It’s easy and fun. We know it’s one of those things you always wanted to do - so do it now!!
Two sessions of the US Sailing Course for Beginning Sailing are being offered by the South Whidbey Yacht Club.
There will be an initial class room orientation for both sessions that will meet together on Tuesday the 14th at the South Whidbey Parks and Rec. building 5475 Maxwelton Rd at 10 AM for 2 hours. This orientation is not mandatory but will enhance your learning experience and give you confidence when getting out on the water for the first time.
After orientation, lessons will start at 1 PM or 4:30 PM each afternoon, Tuesdays and Thursdays, for on the water instruction in SF Pelican Sailboats on Lone Lake. For complete and detailed information, see our detailed course description.
Class Days, June 14, 16, 21, 23
Session 1 - 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM Session 2 - 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Cost $200 - SWYC members receive a $50 discount.
To register contact:
South Whidbey Senior Center at Bayview, 14594 SR 525, Langley, WA 98260 (360) 321-1600
or
South Whidbey Parks & Recreation, 5475 Maxwelton Road, Langley, WA 98260 (360) 221-5484