Which Class is right for me?
Discover Sailing - This two-week course is a great introduction for beginners and those with less experience on the water. During this fun, full day camp participants learn all the basics of rigging, launching, and sailing a small boat. Emphasis is on having fun and being safe around the water while making new friends. Participants enjoy activities and games both on and off the water. The program is focused on empowering and developing kids not only to be enthusiastic sailors but to be confident in their everyday lives.
This class primarily sails: Sail Qube |
Seasoned Sailing - This two-week course is for the intermediate sailor who has mastered the basics taught in our Discover Sailing course. Seasoned sailors starts with a quick review of the basics, and quickly transitions into intermediate skills such as advanced boat handling, sail theory, navigation, and distance sailing. As with all of our programs, our primary emphasis is on Fun and Safety on the water. Seasoned Sailing combines on-the-water activities with shore-side sailing-related S.T.E.M. lessons and activities. There is an emphasis taking a leadership role on board and watching out for the safety of your fellow sailors, too! Sailors gain confidence and pride as their skills improve and as they move towards independence on the water.
This class primarily sails: CFJ sailboats |
STEAM Sailing - The STEAM course is an exciting combination of sailing and science camp. During this two week course, participants get a thorough introduction to sailing but also take time to explore the Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics behind it all. The course utilizes the REACH curriculum, developed by US Sailing, and the great outdoors to provide hands-on and interactive lessons. Participants will learn about wind and tide patterns, how and why boats float, use of simple machines, and environmental stewardship (just to name a few). You don't need pen and paper for these lessons, all of our activities are hands on and engaging. Like all of our program, we also include fun and empowering games to help our campers develop into critical thinkers and leaders in our community. No prior sailing experience is needed for this course.
This class primarily uses: CFJ sailboats |
Teen Sailing - This course is for all teens, regardless of sailing experience. The program is focused on fostering a love for the outdoors and the water. Participants will learn the basics of sailing in a fun, safety conscious, and supportive environment. In this unique course, once the basics have been covered, the class guides the rest of the curriculum! Our skilled instructors can teach advanced sailing skills and plan destination sails or teach from our STEAM curriculum and provide hands-on science activities. The possibilities are endless and the experience is one of a kind. We aim to build engaged, compassionate, and fun loving teens who want to help guide their own camp experience and form lasting connections with their peers.
This class primarily uses: CFJ sailboats |
New This Year! Zippy Camp - This two-week course is for the thrill-seeking sailor who has mastered the skills taught in Seasoned Sailing Camp, and is ready for a more challenging experience. Like Seasoned Sailing Camp, Zippy Camp begins with a quick review of the basics, transitioning previous skills onto a faster and more agile boat. Campers practice skills such as advanced boat handling, sail theory, navigation, and distance sailing. As with all of our programs, our primary emphasis is on fun and safety on the water. Zippy Sailing Camp combines on-the-water activities with shore-side sailing-related S.T.E.A.M. lessons and activities. Sailors gain confidence and pride as their skills improve and as they move towards independence on the water.
This class primarily uses: Bytes and Lasers sailboats |
SPRING BREAK CAMP!
New Program Alert! Spring Break Camp
This one-week camp is for our returning sailors who can’t wait until summer to get back on the water! The program is focused on empowering and developing children, not only to be great sailors, but to be confident in their everyday lives. Spring Break Camp combines on-the-water games and adventure sails, with shore-side sailing-related S.T.E.A.M. lessons and projects. Think Seasoned Sailing Camp, just during Spring Break! |
April 1st—5th
9am—4pm M—F Ages: 7—12 |
After School SessionS
Teen After-School Sailing Club
This weekly after-school program is for all levels of sailing experience, from beginner to expert. This course gives participants the opportunity to learn, practice, and improve their sailing skills in a safe and supportive environment. There will be instructors and a safety boat on water to help assist in gaining and/or reviewing sailing skills and to answer any questions. The club meets right after school (3:30 pm) and we sail until 5:30 pm. Sailors clean up and are ready to head home by 6:00 pm. The main goal is fun, but along the way we also learn a few things and grow as a group and individuals. |
4/15—5/20
3:30pm—6pm Mondays Ages: 13—17 |
Youth After-School Sailing Club
This weekly after-school program is for all levels of sailing experience, from beginner to expert. This course gives participants the opportunity to learn, practice, and improve their sailing skills in a safe and supportive environment. There will be instructors and a safety boat on water to help assist in gaining and/or reviewing sailing skills and to answer any questions. The club meets right after school (3:30 pm) and we sail until 5:30 pm. Sailors clean up and are ready to head home by 6:00 pm. The main goal is fun, but along the way we also learn a few things and grow as a group and individuals. |
4/18—5/23
3:30pm—6pm Thursdays Ages: 7—12 |
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2019 Sail Camp Sessions
Go for the confidenceCamp Length: 2 - Week Sessions
Days: Monday – Friday Hours: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm** Regular Camp Price: $695 per session Session Two: $625 (no camp July 4) |
Go for the FriendshipsSession One: June 10 - June 21
Session Two: June 25 - July 05* Session Three: July 08 - July 19 Session Four: July 22 - Aug 02 Session Five: Aug 05- Aug 16 |
Go for the FUNRegister Today
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*no classes July 4th
**extended care is available starting at 8am and ending at 5pm for a cost of $100.
**extended care is available starting at 8am and ending at 5pm for a cost of $100.
Youth Scholarships
ACSC is committed to supporting our local community and each year offers full and partial scholarships to families in need. Roughly 25% of our youth attend on scholarships, and we award over $20,000 in scholarships annually. To apply for a scholarship, please see the requirements below and apply through our Scholarship Application. If you have any questions, please reach out to us at info@sailalameda.org.
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Full ScholarshipsFamilies on government assistance or with an annual household income of less than $50,000 qualify for a Full Scholarship. These scholarships cover the full cost of the sailing camp aside from a $25 non-refundable deposit.
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Partial ScholarshipsFamilies with a combined household income of less than $80,000 qualify for a Partial Scholarship. These scholarships cover half the cost of the sailing camp.
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Special CircumstancesFamilies that do not qualify under income guidelines but have special circumstances and are in need are encouraged to apply.
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