Introduction to Sailing
You’ve always wanted to learn to sail;
here’s your chance!
Our introductory program consists of three consecutive Sunday afternoon sessions, and includes both classroom instruction and on-the-water. The boats we will be using are 24-foot Rainbows and 23-foot Sonars — these boats are stable, safe, roomy, and in general great boats on which to learn.
Download the Learn to Sail registration form in pdf (Acrobat) format.
What You’ll Learn:
- Sailing terms and parts of the boat
- How a sailboat works
- Basic sail trim and sail controls
- How to rig the boat for sailing
- How to read the wind
- Changing directions by tacking and jibing
- Essential sailing knots
- Safety basics
- Rules of the road and on-water navigation aids
All students will receive basic sailing instructional materials (pdf). There is no certification associated with this class, it’s just a great way to pick up the basics and spend three fun days sailing on the most beautiful lake in the Northeast!
2018 Class Details
When: Sundays, May 6, May 13 & May 20 at 1:00 pm, rain or shine (wrapping up at approximately 5:00 pm)
Cost: $125 (includes all three sessions and materials)
Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover or check payable to YMCA
One-Day First Sail Sessions
When: Sunday, July 14 and Saturday, August 4 from 10am – 4pm.
Cost: $60 per person for the day
($75 after June 15)
Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover or check payable to YMCA
Where: YMCA Camp Chingachgook
Who: Anyone, 14 and older, looking to learn the basics
Registration: Camp Chingachgook 518-656-9462.
More Information: email Spencer Raggio
Register today!
Download the Learn to Sail registration form (pdf)