WICKFORD SAILING ASSOCIATION, INC.
PO Box352, Pleasant St., Wickford, RI 02852
Wickford Yacht Club (401) 294-9010
www.wickfordyc.org
Summer Sailing Program Information 2010
IMPORTANT DATES:
The program’s objective is to train students in the art and skill of sailing. Through hands-on experience and class instruction, we hope to produce well-rounded sailors who are at home aboard a sailing dinghy, a cruising sailboat, or a racing boat. Above all, our goal is to have our students safely enjoy their time on the water.
Boats include a fleet of Optimist Prams and Club 420’s, Zumas, Ensign sloops and power support boats. (also see What We Sail sheet ). All full-time instructors have been certified in the U.S. Sailing Instructor Level One course. They are also current with CPR and First Aid.
Please download and Print this Information sheet and the Class Schedule and Fees using the links below and read them in entirety. Information sheets and forms are also available on the outside bulletin board at the Yacht Club.
WSA Sailing Program Information (this document, 1 page)
Class Descriptions, Dates & Fee Schedule (2 page document)
Youth Sailor Registration Form
What We Sail & FAQ sheet
Scholarship Form
Adult Registration Form Scroll down for more information on Adult Sailing.
ORIENTATION Meetings:
THURSDAY, JUNE 10 — 7 pm for non-racers (Beginners, Intermediates & Intro. to Racing)
Orientation meeting for new students and parents at the Wickford Yacht Club (end of Pleasant Street) at 7 pm. A preview of the program will be presented. Scheduling, rules, gear etc. will be discussed. New students are strongly encouraged to attend and any former student is welcome, however All Racers should attend on the 17th.
THURSDAY, JUNE 17 — Racer Orientation - come at 6 pm and bring dinner to socialize and say hello before the meeting at 7pm. (Opti, Laser and 420 racers)
Regatta information and expectations for attending regattas, including the use and transportation of WSA boats will be reviewed.
Please see the Class Schedule and Fees for descriptions, fees, days and times of the different classes.
On rainy days instruction will be held indoors, or if possible, field trips may be scheduled.
Classes begin MONDAY June 21 &
Classes end THURSDAY August 12th which will also be Awards Night for all sailors. There are no Friday, August 13th classes, Friday classes will meet that Thursday the 12th, Intermediates will meet all day on this one Thursday.
NBYA Olympic "Junior" Race Week —Fort Getty, Jamestown weekend of August 13-15, details to follow.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
1. EACH STUDENT IS REQUIRED TO HAVE THEIR OWN COAST GUARD APPROVED LIFE JACKET (vest type recommended). LIFE JACKETS WILL BE WORN AT ALL TIMES WHILE ON THE DOCKS AND WATER.
2. SWIM CHECK: A mandatory swim check will be the first day of class. All students will be asked to swim a short distance and show their ability to tread water. Students should bring a change of clothes and a towel.
3. SNEAKERS OR BOAT SHOES MUST BE WORN AT ALL TIMES (except during the swim check).
4. Special Events: Day trips will be held at various times. These will be scheduled as far in advance as possible.
5. NBYA Junior Regattas are held at various locations and times, see www.nbya.org. Students in the three Racing classes are encouraged to participate and Intermediates & Intro. to Racing could with Instructor permission. NBYA registration is additionally required. See instructors for details.
WSA CONTACTS:
Program Director—Kyle Wilson WSAProgramDirector@gmail.com
Instructors and Instruction —Doug Nannig — 294-3022 doug.nannig@gmail.com
Wickford Yacht Club — 294-9010 website: www.wickfordyc.org
Sailing Scholarships — Scholarship Form as a .pdf
Registration — Kathy Brown 294-2525 wickfordbrowns@earthlink.net
Checks Payable to Wickford Sailing Assoc., mail to: WSA c/o Kathy Brown, 160 Prospect Ave., N. Kingstown, RI 02852
ADULT SAILING PROGRAMS:
2 sessions 4 weeks each. $100/per session. Classes are Monday evenings, 6 pm until dusk.
Adult classes are taught using the Pearson Ensign. Participants supply their own Lifejackets.
Session 1: June 14, 21, 28, July 5
Session 2: July 12, 19, 26, August 2
Click on the following link for the Adult Registration form.
This form as a One page .pdf for Printing. WSA Sailing Program Information
Class Descriptions, Dates & Fee Schedule (2 page document)
Youth Sailor Registration Form
What We Sail & FAQ sheet