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East Bay Sailing Foundation (EBSF) encourages both juniors and adult participants to learn to sail and race through various programs. The programs include Adult Sailing and Junior Sailing, and each is further divided into a Sailing Program and a Race Program.
Junior Program
A Sailing Program and a Racing Program, available in three different types of boat, comprises the Junior Program.
The Sailing Programs are 2 week sessions focused on building student skills and self confidence through instruction in small boat sailing. The Sailing program is held Monday to Thursday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, except session 2 which will start at 8:30 AM with no class help on the 4th of July.
The Racing Program is an 8 week program for students who have mastered their sailing and seamanship skills and want to hone the skills needed for individual and team competitive racing. In addition to practice, racers will also be encouraged to participate in regattas in Bristol and around the bay. The racing program meets Monday/Wednesday/Friday.
Adult Program
The Adult Sailing Program accommodates all knowledge levels. Beginning classes are an introduction to sailing with no experience necessary, having an instructor in every boat at all times. The Intermediate class is for people with some sailing experience desiring to improve boat handling skills, and introducing new skills not covered in the beginner class. The Advanced classes are for experienced sailors who wish to continue sharpening their skills. The finer points of sail trim and boat handling are covered, as well as an introduction to racing, strategy, and spinnaker handling. Safety on the water is a large focus in all classes.
The Adult Sailing Program is provided in 8 week sessions of 1 day a week and meets Tuesday (Beginner class only) or Thursday from 6-9 PM or on Fridays from 1-4 PM.
Enrollment
Take some time to review the classes we offer and chose the right one for you or your child, then visit the Registration page for application forms.
Contact Us
East Bay Sailing Foundation
P.O. Box 1169
Bristol, RI 02809
(401) 253-0775
mail@eastbaysailingfoundation.org
Here's to a summer of fair seas and a following breeze!
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