Welcome to junior sailing at byc -2023 Registration is open
Looking for a one or two week option?
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*Athleticism & Intermediate Skills Required.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Registrations must be cancelled on or before June 1st in order to receive a full refund (minus transaction fees). Cancellations made after June 1st will receive a $100 penalty.
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Register for multiple classes for a bulk discount.
2 Classes = 5% Discount
3 Classes = 10% Discount
4 Classes = 15% Discount
5 Classes = 20% Discount
(Private Sessions and Foiling Excluded from Discounts)
If you have any questions, please contact the Program Director:
ProgramDirector@eastbaysailingfoundation.org
EBSF LEARN TO SAIL
BEGINNERS
Perfect for kids with little to no sailing experience. Students will grow new friendships as they learn the fundamentals of sailing including key parts of a boat, points of sail, good boat handling techniques, all backed with STEM-activities to help reinforce concepts. Students sail with friends in groups of 2 to 4 with a one-on-one instructor. Each group sails on 15-foot mercury keelboats designed for safety even in unexpected weather.
Age: 6 - 10
Sessions:
Session 1A: June 26 – July 7 (No class 4th of July)
Session 1B: July 10 – July 21
Session 2A: July 24 – August 4
Session 2B: August 7 – August 18
Time: Monday through Friday
8:45 – 11:45
Cost: $500 for each 2 week session.
INTERMEDIATES
This class is recommended for students who have little sailing experience or would like to brush up on what they already know. Students get to sail in different types of boats, such as single-handed dinghies, double-handed dinghies or 15-foot mercury keel boats with friends. Instructors teach points of sail, parts of a boat, good seamanship, up-wind sailing, capsize recovery, tides, and weather. The Intermediate class builds the confidence and independence to become a great sailor for years to come.
Age: 8 - 12 (under 135lb)
Sessions:
Session 1: June 26 – July 21 (No class 4th of July)
Session 2: July 24 – August 18
Time: Monday through Friday
9:00 – 3:00
Cost: $1,500 for each 4 week session.
ADVENTURE SAILING
This class is all about the enjoyment of sailing and is perfect for both first time and experienced sailors alike. Students will sail in groups of 3-5 on 22-foot Keel boats called J22s or try out multiple other options such as 420s (double handed dinghy), Lasers (single handed dinghy), Open Skiff, or even windsurfers!
Instructors focus on boat handling, working together, communication, team building, navigation, and learning about long distance sailing. The adventures of sailing are endless and growing these experiences are what change our lives.
Age: 12 - 17
Sessions:
Session 1: June 26 – July 21 (No class 4th of July)
Session 2: July 24 – August 18
Time: Monday through Friday
9:00 - 4:00
Cost: $1,500 for each 4 week session.
OPTI RACE TEAM+
Our Opti race team is an 8-week commitment, and is comprised of both Opti Green and RWB sailors. Opti Green is for the beginner racer who will learn the ins and outs of how to make their boat go fast, racing strategies and tactics, and the racing rules of sailing.
Once an Opti Green sailor masters the basics of racing and performs well at local regattas they will then graduate to Opti RWB where they will continue to improve and learn more advance techniques, sail setup, and strategies.
Racing students should expect to spend more time practicing in all weather conditions. Racers and parents should be prepared to regattas throughout the summer. A usual summer comprises of three 1-day regattas and the 3-day Junior Race Week towards the end of summer. more info: nbya.org
Students are required to bring their own boats. If a student doesn't have their own boat, you can purchase an Opti from EBSF for a limited time HERE or charter an opti HERE.
Age: 8 - 14 (weight limit 130lbs)
Sessions:
Full Summer: June 26 - August 18 (No class 4th of July)
Time: 1:00 - 5:00 P.M. Monday - Friday
Cost: $1,500 for the 8 week program
420/LASER RACE TEAM+
Our 420/Laser race team is an 8-week commitment for experienced young sailors. This class builds on an existing foundation of sailing and seamanship skills by adding on advanced boat handling, sail trim, and racing strategies. Students will learn the theory of sail racing and then hone their technique through practice in all weather conditions.
Racers and parents should be prepared to travel to several events throughout the summer. A usual summer comprises of two 2-day regattas and the 3-day Junior Race Week towards the end of summer. More info can be found at nbya.org
Students are required to bring their own boats. If a student doesn't have their own boat, you can purchase a 420 from EBSF for a limited time HERE or charter an 420 HERE.
IMPORTANT: Please have your child confirm who they are sailing their boat with HERE.
Age: 13 - 17
Full Summer: June 26 - August 18 (No class 4th of July)
Time: 1:00 - 5:00 P.M. Monday - Friday
Cost: $1,500 for the 8 week program.
FOILING
BYO Helmet or use ours. This class is for advanced single handed sailors who love trying new experiences and challenging their skills! Students will learn how to foil in our Skeeta and Nikki Foiling Sailboats and/or wingfoil.
Details & Schedule
Age: 13 - 17 for day classes and any age for evening classes
That's right - Family Foiling class offered every evening except Tuesday.
Morning Class: $500 for each 2 week session. No class on Friday
Afternoon Class: $600 for each 2 week session.
Evening Class: $500 for each 2 week session.
No evening class on Tuesday. Tuesday reserved for charter.
Skeetas and Nikkis available for charter on Tuesdays.
Private Lessons also available evenings.
Sessions:
Session 1A: June 26 – July 7 (No class 4th of July)
Session 1B: July 10 – July 21
Session 2A: July 24 – August 4
Session 2B: August 7 – August 18
Time: Note Morning Class does not meet Fridays.
Morning Class: 8:30am - 11:30am (3hrs)
Afternoon Class: 12:30pm - 3:30pm (3hrs)
Evening Class: 6:00pm - 8:00pm (2hrs)
