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Fall 2026
​Youth & Teen
​Camps & Events

 Early Fall Sailing CAMPS

August 30 - October 22

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​Discover Sailing​

  • ​Ages: 7 - 12
  • Boats: Sail Cubes​​
  • Tuition: $625 / $325
    • Scholarships Available!
This seven-week program is for beginners and those with limited on-the-water experience. Participants learn the fundamentals of sailing, including rigging, launching, and basic boat handling, through hands-on instruction supported by games and activities on and off the water. The program emphasizes fun and safety while encouraging teamwork and friendship. Campers build confidence on the water and develop skills that carry into everyday life. Most campers are ready to move on to Seasoned Sailing after one session of Disco. Each class typically sails dinghy Sail Cubes, either solo or with a partner, with guidance from an instructor in a safety boat. ​
Register for Discover Sailing now!
Sundays 9AM-4PM 8/30-10/11
Wednesdays 3:30-6:30PM 9/9-10/21

​Seasoned Sailing

  • ​Ages: 8 - 12
  • Boats: Sail Cubes; RS Fevas for Salty Seasoned Sailors​​
  • Tuition: $625 / $325
    • Scholarships Available!
This seven-week sailing program is for experienced sailors. Participants can expect games, lessons, and sailing in the morning followed by on-water games or STEM activities in the afternoon. Sailors will have opportunities to sail a variety of ACSC boats and will help guide the curriculum based on skill level and interests. They may even circumnavigate Alameda on an Adventure Sail!​
Register for Seasoned Sailing now!
Sundays 9:15AM-4:15PM 8/30-10/11
Tues/Thurs 3:30-6:30PM 9/8-10/22
Wednesdays 3:30-6:30PM 9/9-10/21

​Teen Sailing

  • ​Ages: 12 - 16
  • Boats: Fevas, FJs, 420s, Lasers​​
  • Tuition: $325
    • Scholarships Available!
This seven-week part-day program is for experienced teen sailors ready to build their skills and take on new challenges. Participants sail a variety of ACSC boats, while developing boat-handling, navigation, and advanced sailing skills. Days are filled with adventure on the SF Bay, including destination sails, hands-on STEM activities, and opportunities for sailors to take ownership, work as a team, and explore the Bay. Teen Sailing is all about skill-building, independence, and having fun on the water.
Register for Teen Sailing now!
Sundays 1:30-4:30PM 8/30-10/11
Wednesdays 3:30-6:30PM 9/9-10/21

Fall Events


The Floating Pumpkin patch

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Sunday 10/4
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

$45 per boat OR
$60 for The Floating Pumpkin Patch AND On-Water Trick-or-Treating
Get those gourds!
ACSC's Floating Pumpkin Patch is a special event open to all Sail Cube sailors and their guests.
We throw 'em, you fetch 'em! Everyone goes home with a pumpkin or gourd. The sailor who collects the most pumpkins gets first pick of the patch.
Sailors may sail double-handed (two per boat), but scoring is based on the number of pumpkins per sailor — not per boat.
(Yep, pumpkins float!)

On-Water Trick-Or-Treating

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Sunday 10/25
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

$45 per boat OR
$60 for The Floating Pumpkin Patch AND On-Water Trick-or-Treating
Set Sail for Treats!
On-Water Trick-or-Treating is a special event open to all Sail Cube sailors!
Each “house” (aka buoy) has a different treat... slime? Candy? Kitty cat ears? Try to visit them all before time runs out!
Bonus points for sailors in costume! 
How On-Water Trick-or-Treating Works:
  1. Several buoys will be set up on the Bay, each representing a house where sailors can collect treats.
  2. Sailors will have a limited amount of time to reach as many buoys as possible.
  3. To collect a treat token, sailors must stop at each buoy by entering the no-go zone or safety position.
  4. Each buoy has color-coded tokens made from pool noodles. Sailors will peel off a token and keep it safe on their boat.
  5. After sailing, the collected tokens can be traded in for real Halloween treats.

Earning Treats with Tricks:If you can’t reach every buoy before time runs out, don’t worry! You can still earn treats by completing fun “tricks,” such as:
  • Tying a specific knot
  • Telling a joke
  • Participating in other silly challenges
Get ready for a Halloween adventure filled with sailing, surprises, and plenty of treats!
Sunday All Day Disco/Seasoned Schedule:
9:00 / 9:15 Morning Game
9:15 / 9:30 Rigging & Boat Checks
9:30 / 9:45 Chalk Talk
9:45 / 10:00 Land Drill
10:00 / 10:15 Break & Gear Up
10:15 / 10:30 On-Water Drill & Game
11:45 / 12:00 Land
12:00 / 12:15 Pick Up 5 Pieces of Trash
12:15 / 12:30 Lunch
1:00 / 1:15 Review Morning & Plan Afternoon
1:15 / 1:30 Leave Site
1:30 / 1:45 Go Sailing
2:45 / 3:00 Land
3:00 / 3:15 Wash Boats & Wetsuits
3:15 / 3:30 De-rig & Change
3:30 / 3:45 Snack & Sunscreen Break
3:45 / 4:00 End-of-Day Group Debrief
4:00 / 4:15 Goodbye Sailors
After-School Sailing Schedule:
3:30 Rigging & Boat Checks
3:45 Chalk Talk & Snack
4:00 Land Drill & Gear Up
4:15 Sailing! 
5:45 Land & Rinse Off
6:00 De-rig & Change
6:15 Debrief
6:30 Goodbye Sailors​
Sunday Afternoon Schedule:
1:30 PM – Rigging & Boat Checks
1:45 PM – Chalk Talk & Snack
2:00 PM – Land Drill & Gear Up
2:15 PM – Sailing!
3:45 PM – Land & Rinse Off
4:00 PM – De-rig & Change
4:15 PM – Debrief
4:30 PM – Goodbye Sailors
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We don't mind sailing in the rain! However, we will reschedule or offer credits due to unsafe weather conditions such as thunder and lightning.
Important information about ACSC programs:
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1. This is a dinghy sailboat training program, which means you will spend some time in the water. Strong swimming skills are NOT a requirement, yet it's important to feel comfortable getting into the Bay water. Please contact ACSC via email if you have questions about swimming ability.
2. We require that properly fitting positive flotation (foam, NOT inflatable) life vests are worn while on the beach, dock, and on/in the water. We provide foam life jackets, though you are welcome to bring your own.
3. Part of the training includes learning how to recover from a capsize (when the boat turns over). We will have all participants purposefully capsize boats occasionally, and practice turning them back upright. Because participants will be in the water, clothes and shoes that can tolerate water immersion are key.
4. Water, sails, and sun make for potent UV rays. Hats, sunscreen, and opaque clothing are important. Please bring enough water for the full day. Hydration is as important as sun protection.
5. Footwear is important to your safety on the water as well. Sandals are okay in the boatyard, but participants must wear close-toed shoes with a heel strap while sailing.
6. Food: Pack a lunch for full-day programs and just water and a snack for part-day programs.  
7. While programming is in session only campers & staff are allowed inside the ACSC campsite. Friends and family are welcome to view the sailing from the Bay Trail or Encinal Beach.
8. Our course objective is to provide safe & fun training that results in course graduates being able to safely and confidently skipper a dinghy sailboat while under the supervision of a safety boat.

Q: Are Scholarships Available for Spring & Fall Sailing?
A: Of course!

Apply For Scholarship
ACSC is committed to supporting our local community and each year offers full and partial scholarships to families in need. Roughly 15% of our youth attend on scholarships, and we award over $50,000 in scholarships annually. To apply for a scholarship, please apply through our online Scholarship Application. If you have any questions, please reach out to us at [email protected].

Full Scholarships

Families with an accutely low income qualify for a Full Scholarship. These scholarships cover the full cost of the sailing camp aside from a $50 non-refundable registration fee.

Half & Partial Scholarships

Families with a very low income qualify for a Half Scholarship, and low income qualify for a Partial (25%) Scholarship. 

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