KYC - Kingston Yacht Club | Junior Sailing

Wet Feet
Optimist
White Sail
Bronze Sail
General Information

Wet Feet Program

KYC is excited to introduce a new program targeted at kids from age 5 to 8 years old. This is a program specifically to get kids involved in boats, the water and sailing. The primary focus is on fun and feeling comfortable on the water and in boats. They will learn the basics of safety, and how to move around and balance in boats, all while having loads of fun.

Minimum Requirements: This program is for kids age 5 to 8 years old who have little or no sailing experience. The kids should have a lifejacket that fits well, and the rest is up to our instructors!

Course Material: We have instructors who have been specifically trained in delivering this program to kids of this age. Techniques and activities are specifically targeted at this age group and safety and fun are the primary goals.

Safety, moving and balancing in boats, and the basics of sailing are all covered.

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Opti Program

This program is targeted at younger and smaller sailors by utilizing boats that are perfectly suited to their smaller size (Oppies and Optimists). The program is divided into three groups that can accommodate anyone from a novice to advanced Optimist sailor. Requirements: Applicants must be at least 7 years old.

Opti Beginner introduces young children of a minimum age of 7 to the sport of sailing in “Oppies”. Two sailors in each boat work together to learn the basics of steering, sail trim and parts of the boat. The maximum recommended weight for this program is 100 pounds, otherwise entry into White Sail I is recommended. Children should be comfortable swimming in deep water.
Opti Intermediate allows sailors to expand upon their basic sailing skills. The Opti Beginner program is a pre-requisite for entry into Opti Intermediate. Sailors learn how to control the sail and the tiller effectively while alone in an “Optimist”. A wide range of skills is taught at this level to suit the varying abilities. Practice for a few years at this level may be required before children are advanced enough to enter our Opti Advanced program.
Opti Advanced includes more technical sailing skills and may introduce aspects of racing. The advanced sailing skills are taught in higher wind conditions and strong intermediate sailing skills are required. Successful completion of Opti Intermediate or a strong demonstration of skills is required for entry into this level.

2010 Sessions

Level	Session A	Session B	Session C	Session D
Beginer	June 28-July 9	July 12-23	July 26-Aug 6	Aug 9-20
Intermediate	June 28-July 9	July 12-23	July 26-Aug 6	Aug 9-20
Advanced	June 28-July 9	July 12-23	July 26-Aug 6	Aug 9-20

Please note that the programs do not run on statutory holidays and that those sessions are not pro-rated.
Opti Advanced applicants should pick this session to be included in CORK

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White Sail

Two week programs taught in Flying Junior class sailboats

White Sail Levels I, II, III are are the introductory sailing levels for children 11 years and older.
Beginners are introduced to and taught the basic skills of sailing. These levels cover safety, seamanship and boat handling in winds up to approximately 15 km/hr.
Sailors are typically in groups of 3 or 4 in the boat.
White Sail levels I and II are often completed together. Level III will require additional sessions.
Requirements: Applicants must be at least 11 years old

2010 Sessions

Level	Session A	Session B	Session C	Session D
White Sail I & II	June 28-July 9	July 12-23	July 26-Aug 6	Aug 9-20
White Sail III	June 28-July 9	July 12-23	July 26-Aug 6	Aug 9-20
White Sail I, II & III	June 28-July 23		July 26-Aug 20

Please note that the programs do not run on statutory holidays and that those sessions are not pro-rated.

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Bronze Sail

Our Bronze Sail program is taught in 420 class sailboats

Bronze Sail Levels IV and V re the advanced sailing levels where sail trim, boat tuning, trapezing, and spinnaker are introduced and taught. Sailors learn and practice these skills in up to ~25 km/hr winds. 420 sailboats are double-handed (2 students per boat).
This year, 2-week Bronze IV sessions are being offered in “A” and “B” components. Sailors would need to complete at least an “A” session and a “B” session in order to complete their Bronze IV level, and sailors may require more than 2 sessions to achieve Bronze IV in this manner.
Requirements: Applicants must be at least 11 years old, or have permission from the Junior Sailing Director.

2010 Sessions

Level	Session A	Session B	Session C	Session D
Bronze IV	July 26-Aug 20		July 26-Aug 20
Bronze IV - A	June 28-July 9		July 26-Aug 6
Bronze IV - B		July 12-23		Aug 9-20
Bronze V	June 28-July 23		July 26-Aug 20

Please note that the programs do not run on statutory holidays and that those sessions are not pro-rated.

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General Information

Our Mission: The Kingston Yacht Club Junior Sailing Program exists to teach and promote water safety, the sport of sailing, and encourage skill development in a safe environment for young people in the Kingston community. The program emphasizes the enjoyment and lifetime benefit of active participation in sport.

Rules
What to Bring
Special Events

The goal of junior sailing is to have fun while improving sailing skills!

Hours are from 9:00 to 4:00 Monday to Friday. Please be on time. If you are going to be absent, phone us 547-2620 or bring a note the day before.
You must have a lifejacket on at all times, while in a boat or on the dock.
Shoes must be worn at all times! Sandal (e.g. Tevas, Flops, Reefs) are fine for land but closed-toe shoes must be worn while sailing to protect your toes.
Leave the dock only after your instructor says it is okay to do so.
Take care in the use of all equipment and boats. Long hours have been spent getting them ready for summer. If damage does occur report it to an instructor so it can be fixed.
Don't run on the docks. It is too easy to trip on lines or slip on the wet surface
The Club House is out of bounds during camp hours unless with an instructor.
Swimming is only allowed as a group with your instructor.
Lunch takes place in the park every day.
- Treat other campers with the same respect that you would expect to be treated.
- Language and behaviors that are unacceptable at home are unacceptable here. Swearing, bullying and throwing anything that is not a ball will not be tolerated.
- Instructor are God like creatures put on this earth t share their knowledge with you, and need to be treated as such

What to Bring

Life Jacket, must be approved by the Canadian Coast Guard or the Department of Transportation.
Proper Clothing, sailors should bring a swimsuit, a hat, splash jacket & lots of warm and extra clothing.
Waterproof Sunscreen, the sun is stronger than ever while on the water, sunscreen should be applied at least twice a day.
Sunglasses, we recommend sunglasses that filter UV rays.
Lunch, every day at 12 O'clock we eat lunch in the park. Sailors come with their own lunches.
Shoes, sandals are allowed on land, but close toed shoes or water socks must be worn on the water.
Combination Lock, lockers will be assigned on the first day of camp.

Special Events

Special events are sprinkled throughout the summer.

White Mountain Day

Sailors travel with their instructors to White Mountain Ice Cream for a testy treat! Sailors are asked to bring $5 to pay for their ice cream.

Cedar Island Day

Weather permitting, the camp sails to Cedar Island for a barbeque and a massive game of capture the flag!

Theme Days

Theme days are a chance for sailors to participate in a number of "themed" on-land activities such as obstacle courses, cheer making, and T-Shirt designing!

Feeding Frenzies

A JS tradition, Feeding Frenzies leave everyone with big smiles and even bigger bellies! Sailors are asked to bring a dessert or snack that will feed 4-5 people. There are prizes for the most creative contribution. Better brush up on those cooking skills now!