New Rochelle
Jr. Sailing
Optimist 1
The Optimist 1 program provides younger kids with the perfect intro to the world of sailing, designed for those who have never sailed before to learn all the necessary skills to skipper their boat. The Optimist is the largest sailboat class in the world where all of the best sailors first learned. Optimist 1 leads into the next level, Optimist 2.
Rates
Two Weeks: $1,895
Four Weeks: $3,395
EBYC Members: Contact us for an additional 10% discount code
2027 Sessions
Session 1: June 28 - July 9
Session 2: July 12 - July 23
Session 3: July 26 - August 6
Session 4: August 9 - August 20
Basic Info
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Ages 8 – 13
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9:00 am – 4:00 pm
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22 Pelham Road, New Rochelle, NY 10801
What's Included
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Boats (no need to buy your own like other programs)
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Lunch
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Safety equipment
Student Requirements
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8 years of age
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Can swim 50 yards and pass a swim test while wearing a PFD
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Can exhibit an understanding of the risks involved with sailing
What To Bring
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Water
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Sunscreen
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Hat
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Sunglasses
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Towel
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Life jacket (USCG Type III) – we provide if you don't have
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Rain jacket
Safety
We provide all safety equipment for sailing, including a USCG-certified Type III life jacket and an emergency whistle. Sailing can be dangerous due to the nature of being on the water. Our instructors are trained to teach and protect children; everyone holds a US Sailing Small Boat Level 1 instructor certification. Furthermore, all instructors are certified in CPR and first aid. On average, our instructors have four years of coaching experience and ten years of sailing expierence.
