St. Croix Yacht Club
Summer Sailing Program
Session 4: July 21 - August 1
Monday to Friday 9 am - 3 pm
This fun summer program explores the waters of Teague Bay and the East End of St Croix from a variety of watercraft including, Optis, Sunfish, 420's, lasers, O'Pen Bic Skiffs, and more.
Activities vary each day, and will include; sailing games, sailing-based activities, sailing excursions to nearby destinations, and more. Beginners will learn sailing basics, and experienced sailors will improve their sailing abilities and general nautical skills.
No sailing experience required!
We emphasize the importance of teamwork, respect, and safety. Our number one goal is to pass on our passion for the sport of sailing to the next generation of St. Croix Sailors. This program is a graduated program. Every child is different and our instructors will assess your child’s skill and comfort with the level at which they are sailing. Open to ages 5 - 18
General Information
Summer Sailing runs Mondays through Fridays 9:00 am - 3:00 pm.
This session, Session 4, begins July 21st and runs Monday through Friday until Friday August 1st.
Full Schedule:
Session 1 June 9th - 20th
Session 2 June 23rd - July 3rd (No program on Friday July 4th)
Session 3 July 7th - 18th
Session 4 July 21th - August 1st
Session 5 August 4th - August 15
Registration:
Registration opens to Members May 1st
Registration opens to the General Public on May 15th
Registration is not complete and spot(s) will not be held until payment is received in full.
NOTE: Registration will be automatically canceled if payment is not received within 15 minutes of completing online registration.
If registration is full, please register to the waitlist. Additional spots will be opened pending interest and instructor availability. Must have 8 participants for session to run. Preference will be given to participants who can attend a full session. When space is available partial participation (one week of a session) may be permitted. Email Waterfront@stcroixyc.com for more information.
Scholarship
If you are applying for a scholarship please complete the following two steps:
1) Register using the ticket type "Scholarship, Credits, and Special Circumstances"
2) Apply for a scholarship using the link: Scholarships are Available!
Pre-Existing Credits
Should you have a pre existing credit with the Sailing Program please complete the following two steps:
1) Register using the ticket type "Scholarship, Credits, and Special Circumstances"
2) Email Waterfront@StCroixYC.com and let us know you would like your credit applied.
We will apply your credit and email you an invoice for any remaining balance. NOTE: Credits are linked to your email address. The same address affiliated with the credit must be used when registering in order for you credit to be applied.
Prerequisites:
Must be able to swim 50 yards and pass a swim test.
Required Equipment:
A U.S. Coast Guard approved Type III Personal Flotation Device (PFD) with a plastic whistle attached is required for all activities on the water and dock. If you do not own a life jacked and cannot get hold of one, then the club PFDs are available.
Recommended Equipment:
Sailing gloves
Sun Protection: sunglasses, hat, long sleeves and pants, sunscreen
Reusable water bottle
Water shoes
Questions? Contact Waterfront@StCroixYC.com