2020 USSCMC Sailing Summer Camp registration is open!
Since 1992, the US Sailing Center - Martin County (USSCMC) Sailing Summer Camp has provided the community youth with the skills to enjoy and explore the waters. From reading winds and tides to knot tying, tacking and the importance of teamwork, the USSCMC instructors not only teach young sailors everything they need to sail safely, but they also instill in them a lifelong sense of confidence, and self-reliance. Thousands of youngsters have gone through the USSCMC Summer Sailing Camp over the years learning sailing and seamanship, and much of the program’s success can be attributed to the skill, enthusiasm, and dedication of the USSCMC’s instructors. Many current instructors began as junior sailors themselves and are now passing their knowledge, experience, and passion for sailing on to the next generation. All camp sessions are taught by certified US Sailing Instructors.
We offer weekly camp sessions for the beginners to the advanced sailors, where participants progress at their own pace.
Camp fees:
- $300/ week USSCMC member rate (sun shirt incl.)
- $330/ week USSCMC non-member rate (sun shirt incl.)
- $185/ week Little Skippers 9 AM - 12 PM for ages 5-7 (sun shirt incl.)
Additional purchases include lunches, before and aftercare services, and helmet rentals.
Little Skippers Program is for beginning sailors ages 5-7 years old who want to get acquainted with the water. It is a one-week program that meets in 3-hour classes daily - 9 AM to noon. The program is limited to a small group of 6 children each week, who will learn about the joy of sailing during hands-on activities geared towards making kids comfortable in and around boats. The program includes lots of games, which will be intermingled with beginner sailing. The program’s goal is fun!
Beginner Opti Program focuses on basic sailing skills for beginners ages 7-12 years old. It is a one-week program that meets from 9 AM to 4 PM on weekdays. The program offers the first experience on a small sailboat. New young sailors learn to rig, de-rig, steer and trim sails, parts of sailboats, knots, teamwork, capsizing, and capsize recovery, as well as learning about the environment and wind directions. The curriculum is designed to teach children self-reliance and sailing principles as well as boat care. Children will participate in fun games and activities while they sail on the Indian River Lagoon waters.
Intermediate/ Advanced Opti Program is designed for sailors who will practice advanced sailing and racing techniques in fiberglass Optimist prams for ages 7-12 years old. It is a one-week program that meets from 9 AM to 4 PM on weekdays. This course focuses on boat handling, racing, advanced sail trim, body position, boat speed, and efficiency techniques. Other crafts are introduced as well, such as Open Bic and windsurfing. The program incorporates fun days and a variety of drills and games.
Dinghy Basic Program for teens ages 12-17 years old promotes learning the fundamentals of sailing a two-person dinghy. It is a one-week program that meets from 9 AM to 4 PM on weekdays. No prior sailing experience is required. New young sailors learn to rig, de-rig, steer and trim sails, parts of sailboats, knots, teamwork, capsizing, and capsize recovery, as well as learning about the environment and wind directions. Program participants will alternate skipper and crew positions. The curriculum is designed to teach teens self-reliance and sailing principles as well as boat care. Fun games and activities are an imminent part of the program.
Dinghy Intermediate/Advanced Program for teens ages 12-17 years old is designed for sailors with former sailing experience, who want to improve their double-handed dinghy sailing skills. It is a one-week program that meets from 9 AM to 4 PM on weekdays. Flying Juniors/ C420 dinghies are used in this program. The curriculum includes rigging, sail trim, boat handling with a focus on skipper and crew skills, responsibilities, and positioning, and racing techniques. This is a fun opportunity to improve skipper skills over the summer.
Unlock your child’s potential at the Sailing Summer Camp at US Sailing Center - Martin County 1955 NE Indian River Dr, Jensen Beach, FL 34957 this summer! Camp will be held in ten weekly sessions starting June 1, 2020 through August 7 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Availability is limited, so visit https://www.usscmc.org/summer-sailing-camp or call 772-334-8085 to learn more and secure your child’s spot today!
Sailing Camp Open House: Please join us on Saturday, May 9, 2020, from 11 AM to 1 PM to learn more about sailing camp and meet the camp staff.
* Date subject to change due to COVID-19 outbreak.
Ages: 5 to 17
Location: 1955 NE Indian River Drive, Jensen Beach 34957
Phone: 772-334-8085
Days: Monday - Friday
2020 Dates: June 1st - August 7th*
Hours:
- 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM - Ages 7 - 17
- 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Ages 5 - 7 (Little Skippers)
Cost:
- $300 per week USSCMC member rate (sun shirt included)
- $330 per week USSCMC non-member rate (sun shirt included)
- $185 per week Little Skippers (sun shirt included)
Additional Costs:
- Lunches - $45/week (Little Skippers N/A)
- Pizza (Mon, Fri)
- Sub sandwiches (Tues, Thurs)
- Cookout with hamburgers/hotdogs (Wed)
- After Camp Care (until 5:45 PM): $40/week/ 1st child, 2nd child no charge for additional children in same household
- Sailing helmets rental - $5/week plus $50 deposit
Discount: Discount for multiple weeks will be applied when additional weeks are purchased in bulk. Call 772-334-8085 to register with discount.
Registration/Application Fee: None
Registration/Sign up Procedure: Register Online at www.usscmc.org/summer-sailing-camp
Helpful Info:
- Sailing Camp Scholarship Opportunities: Teaching youngsters to sail is at the core of USSCMC’s mission, and for that reason, through fundraising and community support, each summer USSCMC is committed to offering numerous sailing scholarships to local youth. Please email office@usscmc.org to request a scholarship application.
- Life jackets will be provided for sailors if they do not have their own. Sailors should bring a gear bag daily with the following items: water bottle, hat, sunscreen, water shoes, sunglasses, and a beach towel. Sailors are encouraged to wear bathing suits and/or sailing gear to camp.
For More Information: Visit www.usscmc.org/summer-sailing-camp or email office@usscmc.org
* Date subject to change due to COVID-19 outbreak.
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