Rochester Yacht Club - Youth Summer Sailing

The Sailing Center at RYC offers youth sailing classes for ages 6-18

RYC membership is not required to enjoy these classes
All sailing instructors are US Sailing, First Aid and CPR Certified

Youth Sailing - Course Progression
For parents and students that are not familiar with Sailing Programs the following may seem confusing, we have done our very best to simplify things for you… please take a moment to scroll down and check out all your options. If you have any questions please feel free to contact Jon Faudree: jonf@rochesteryc.com

If you already know what classes you want: register

The course sequence for students ages 6-18 follows a logical progression for all levels of sailing.

· Our underlying approach in all courses is to build the skills and confidence necessary to feel at home on the water, to ensure that students enjoy both the challenge and fun of sailing, and to instill in all the principles of sportsmanship, leadership, self reliance and a life long love for sailing.
Students typically take sailing multiple weeks each year and spend more than one session in a class prior to advancing to the next level.;
RYC staff is glad to assist with course selection
; Swimming lessons are included with most sailing classes for youths under 12
Where do I start?
My Child is:
6-8 years old: start here

8-12 years old:

Never sailed before: start here

Basic sailing experience: start here

Wants to learn to race: start here

Wants to join a race team: starthere

Can only do ONE WEEK of sailing: Start here

13-18 years old:

Never sailed before: start here

Basic sailing experience: start here

Wants to learn to race: start here

Wants to join a race team: start here

Can only do ONE WEEK of sailing: Start here

*NEW* is Looking to have fun on the water: start here

What kind of boats are my kids sailing? Opti Laser 420

Sign-up for classes, view important information, and calendar: here

We are trying to be environmentally thoughtful. We are in the process of adding online forms. Please check back later for online registration or fill out the forms below and either email or print and mail to:

Rochester YC

5555 St. Paul Blvd

Rochester, NY 14617

DINGHY DEMONS Ages 6 – 8

This one week class meets daily from 9am to 1pm

**Includes Red Cross Swim Lessons**

The Dinghy Demon class experience is designed to help young sailors feel comfortable on the water, and to experience the sport of sailing in the most positive way, with close and supportive instructor involvement. The program is a half-day introduction to sailing for six to eight year olds. Instruction includes on the water sailing in Optimist dinghies with an instructor on board or close alongside and shore based boating related activities. Each day’s class includes a 45 minute swim lesson in the RYC pool with Red Cross certified Swimming Instructors. Both safety and swimming skills are stressed.

Our goal is for every child to have a great time and feel comfortable on the water; promoting a life long love for sailing.

OPTI LTS-Learn to sail Ages 8 – 12

**Includes Red Cross Swim Lessons**

This class meets daily from 9am to 4 pm for a two-week session. It is for beginners; learn basics of boating safety, nomenclature, rigging, sail handling, and steering in pairs. Most students will be introduced to single-handed sailing by the end of the session. Once student becomes confident & capable of sailing single-handed, he/she will be recommended to advance.