2010 Adult Sailing Programs

Registration form www.rpsa.ca/sites/default/files/Program-Adult-2010.pdf

Please note that a 10% discount applies to all 2010 sailing programs if you have a current membership as an Adult or Family.

Spring White Sail I, II, III

This course is an introduction to boating safety and sailing specific safety. It then works through CYA mandated skills so that one can work towards the internationally recognized White Sail III certification. Topics to be covered include: knots, points of sail, capsizing, basic helming skills, terminology and much more. With lots of on-the-water practice this course is an exceptional introduction to the sport of sailing.

Bronze IV

RPSA is proud to offer a Bronze IV Adult course this spring. Open to persons who have already obtained their White sail III, it is the first advanced sailing course. Topics to be covered include: charting, ticklers/telltales, rudderless sailing, backwards sailing, sail theory, sail adjustments/draft, and DRY capsizing. This theory-intensive course is the perfect opportunity to spruce up your sailing skills and learn some new ones.

Summer Adult White Sail I, II, III *

11 Lessons and 1 Keel Boat session

Monday and Wednesdays (Water Practice and Theory) 5:30 to 8:30 pm.

July 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28 Aug. 4, 9, 11, 16 and 18

Cost $400

* It is possible for patricipants who canno commit or are not interested in taking the entire White Sail I, II, and III courser to take level 1 at a time during the summer.  Please contact the Sailing Director for more information: info@rpsa.ca

Fall Adult White Sail I, II, III 

7 Lessons

Saturdays (Water Practice) 11:00 am to 4:00 pm Sept. 4, 11,18, 25, Oct. 2 and 9

Wednesday (Theory) 6:00 to 8:00 pm, Sept. 8

Cost $350

Thursday Nights (RPSA Casual Races)

Thursdays 6:00 pm onwards
July 1 to August 26.
First start at 6:30 pm and races run until wind/enthusiasm dies (around 8:00 pm).

Free for members, $5 non-member drop-ins.

Depending on the weather we often host a BYO everything BBQ afterwards.

 Adult Sailing Programs in Review

White Sails I, II, III:

This course is an introduction to boating safety and sailing specific safety. It
then works through CYA mandated skills so that one can work towards the
internationally recognized White Sail III certification. Topics to be covered
include: knots, points of sail, capsizing, basic helming skills, terminology and
much more. With lots of on-the-water practice this course is an exceptional
introduction to the sport of sailing.
 

Bronze IV:

RPSA is proud to offer a Bronze IV Adult course this spring. Open to
persons who have already obtained their White sail III, it is the first advanced
sailing course. Topics to be covered include: charting, ticklers/telltales, rudderless
sailing, backwards sailing, sail theory, sail adjustments/draft, and DRY capsizing.
This theory-intensive course is the perfect opportunity to spruce up your sailing
skills and learn some new ones.

Private Lessons:

If your schedule does not fit with ours we can also schedule private lessons
to complete the required skills for CYA levels. These additional lessons for White
Sail I, II, III and Bronze IV, V can be arranged as required with any of our
qualified CYA Instructors. To book these lessons please call 604-931-1734 or
email info@rpsa.ca
We require a two hour minimum and on average it takes 6 classes or 12hrs
to complete the first two levels White Sail I, II. White Sail III takes a further 18hrs
or 9 classes. These are averages only and the actual class length necessary to
complete the levels may vary depending on experience and independent learning
ability.
Pricing: For one person - $40 for 2hrs $20 each additional hour
For two people - $50 for 2hrs $25 each additional hour
For three people - $60 for 2hrs $30 each additional hour
How to Register
Mail registration to 2715 Esplanade, Port Moody, BC V3H 3P4 or drop off at
office
Please make cheque payable to Rocky Point Sailing Association.
Questions? Contact Rocky Point Sailing @ 604-931-1734 or info@rpsa.ca