Summer Sailing Program
Sailing on the beautiful Monterey Bay, the SCYC Junior Summer Program invites kids to discover the excitement of life on the water. Campers learn the fundamentals of sailing while building confidence, independence, and teamwork in a fun, supportive environment.
Each session blends on-the-water adventure with off-the-water learning, games, and collaboration — knot practice, boat rigging, sailing theory, and team games — creating a well-rounded experience that sparks curiosity and builds lasting friendships. With morning and afternoon sessions, you can combine two for a full day on the water. Join us for an unforgettable summer of sailing, exploration, and fun!
- Our summer program offers two entry points depending on your child's age: Learn to Sail (8-12 yo) and FJ Sailing Camp (13 years and older).
- Boats are provided for all classes.
- All sailors must wear a US Coast Guard-approved life jacket and helmet.
-
Any Junior who wishes to sail and is admitted to a sailing program should not be limited by financial resources.
Full or partial Scholarships maybe available from the Santa Cruz Sailing Foundation. More details and information is on the website at santacruzsailingfoundation.org
Full-Day Camp Option
Both our sailing camps run mornings and afternoons, so you can combine a morning class with an afternoon class for a full day on the water. Mornings run 9:00 am–12:30 pm, afternoons 1:30–5:00 pm.
Early drop-off is available starting at 8:00 AM, and late pick-up until 5:30 PM.
What to Expect at a Sailing Camp
On the first day, there is a swim test and capsize test with the boat.
All Sailing Camps/Classes include:
- Short Whiteboard session by the Junior SCYC Deck
- Land-based activities, such as Knot Practice
- Boat Rigging & Launching
- Sailing with a break for lunch
- Boat Docking, Recovery, and Derigging
- Games, such as Tennis Ball Tag, Knot Tying Relay, Sailing Relay, etc