Rocky Point Sailing Association School Program

 
The Rocky Point Sailing Association School Sailing Program are offering an introductory sailing program for school classes from Grade 4 through Grade 8. Classes of up to 30 students can participate in an educational and fun one-day session exposing them to the exciting world of sailing.

The goal of the program is to promote safe boating while exposing as many kids as possible to a recreational sport like sailing. It is critical that students learn early how to act safely and responsibly around the water. Sailing is a perfect teaching medium and, of course, an exciting and memorable way to end the school year.

In a one-day lesson, students will be introduced to the boats, safety, then taught some of the basics of sailing, including rigging and equiping a small sail boat. They will have enough understanding to sail the boats on their own in light to medium wind conditions (depending on the age of the class) by the end of the day.

All classes are taught by experienced Canadian Yachting Association certified instructors who are trained to make sailing both fun and safe. The boats used for training are small Optimist Prams, 420 sail boats for older students and sometimes canoes.  A coach boat will also be on the water with the class at all times. All equipment including PFD (life jacket) is included. Courses are offered from end of April through the end of June.

This is a great opportunity to give students a taste of the exciting sports of sailing, and introduce water safety. It is also a fun, yet educational way to end the school year. If you are interested in hearing more about RPSA Sailing Program for Schools, or to ask other teachers about their sailing experience, please contact:
 

Program coordinator Shawn evenings 604-469-0514 day phone shawnc100@gmail.com;
Alternate contact Chuck Lewis, 604-936-5917, fax: 604-936-8677
Sailing Director: Jim Anderson, 604-931-1734 after May 2nd, 2011.