Summer Camps are a fun way to experience sailing for the first time, master new skills, or just hang out on the water with friends!
Come to our Summer Camp OPEN HOUSE on May 3rd, between 1 to 4 pm, and see what summer sailing is all about! Take a sail around the harbor, learn some knots, compete in a rain gutter regatta, decorate a burgee, and more. All are welcome to attend. Please note that this is not a drop off event and that parents are expected to stay on the grounds.
There are three types of camps offered:
– Sailing Camp – Week long (Monday – Friday) sessions (9am – 4pm) each week over the summer (ages 8-17)
– Adventure Camp – Week long (Monday – Friday) sessions (9am – 4pm) 5 sessions offered this summer (ages 8-17)
– Guppy Camp (half days Monday – Friday) sessions. This camp is for younger children (ages 6-7) who might not be ready for a full camp yet.
See below for details on each type, and to register.
On the first day of camps, instructors will conduct swim checks and capsize drills for all participants. At a minimum, participants must be comfortable in the water. Sailors should enroll in camps appropriate to their age and skill-level.
What to Bring to Class:
- Layered clothing that can get wet, plus a change of clothes
- Sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, towel, bathing suit
- Closed-toe, nonskid shoes (no flip flops)
- Lunch for full day camps (a refrigerator is available to keep lunches in)
- Full refillable water bottle
- Personal Life Jacket (Type 3 PFD is preferred)
Are sessions held during inclement weather?
Class sessions are held rain or shine. In the event of dangerous weather such as lightning or high winds or extreme heat, sessions will be held inside the Melbourne Yacht Club Facility.
SUMMER SAILING CAMPS
Sailing Camp focuses on learning to sail, or gaining more advanced skills depending on the student. They spend time sailing Optis, 420s, or Sunfish depending on the student.
What’s the cost?
A Summer Camp session costs $375 for non-members. Members get a $75 discount.
When are the Camps?
- June 2 -6
- June 9 – 13
- June 16 – 20
- June 23 – 27
- June 30 – July 3 (4 day camp due to 4th of July holiday – $300)
- July 7 – 11
- July 14 – 18
- July 21 – July 25
- July 28 – August 1
ADVENTURE CAMPS
Adventure camp offers the sailors an opportunity to sail on a bigger boat (under adult guidance) and they spend the day on activities like sailing down the river, exploring a spoil island, swimming, kayaking, tubing, and hanging with friends.
What’s the cost?
The Adventure Camp costs $375 for non-members. Members get a $75 discount.
When are the Camps?
- June 9 – 13 (Adventure Camp 1)
- June 16 – 20 (Adventure Camp 2)
- June 23 – 27 (Adventure Camp 3)
- July 7 – 11 (Adventure Camp 4)
- July 21 – 25 (Adventure Camp 5)
GUPPY CAMPS
Guppy Camp focuses on children ages 6-7 who are too young for the full camp experience yet. Guppies will be introduced to sailing and will sail with an Instructor on one of our day sailors, which allows them to enjoy the sailing experience and learn what it is like to sail on the water. Guppy Camp has the same swim ability requirement as the other camps.
Guppy Camp runs a half day, from 9-12. Lunch is not needed.
What’s the cost?
A Guppy Camp session costs $200 for non-members. Members get a $50 discount.
When are the Camps?
- June 2 -6
- June 9 – 13
- June 16 – 20
- June 23 – 27
- June 30 – July 3 (4 day camp due to 4th of July holiday – $150)
- July 7 – 11
- July 14 – 18
- July 21 – July 25
- July 28 – August 1