Youth Sailing
Home School Sailing
Weekday learn-to-sail sessions for ages 8 to 13, designed around homeschool schedules.
About the Program
School on the Water
The RCYC Home School Sailing program runs Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 9am to noon, designed specifically around homeschool families' flexible schedules. Students ages 8–13 (under 100 lbs) receive focused instruction in Optimist Dinghies under certified coaches in small groups.
This is experiential education at its best. Sailing teaches physics, meteorology, decision-making, and teamwork in a way no classroom can replicate. Each session builds on the last, and by the end students can rig, launch, and sail independently.
$350
Per session
Tu / Th
9am – Noon
Ages 8–13
Under 100 lbs
2026 Spring Sessions
| Session | Dates | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Session 1 | March 3 – 26 | $350 |
| Session 2 | March 31 – April 23 | $350 |
| Session 3 | April 28 – May 21 | $350 |
Sessions run Tuesday and Thursday, 9:00am to 12:00pm. All boats, life jackets, and equipment provided.
What Students Take Away
Physics in Motion
How wind angle, sail trim, and hull shape translate directly into speed. Every tack is a live experiment.
Decision-Making
Reading conditions, choosing a course, and adapting when the wind shifts. Sailing builds judgment.
Equipment Responsibility
Rigging, caring for, and storing a boat. Students leave with a respect for gear and the habit of preparation.
Teamwork
Communication on the water is immediate and honest. Crews learn to work together under real conditions.
Questions or Ready to Register?
Contact the education team to reserve a spot or ask about the current session schedule.
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