This is an introduction to sailing for the young child with no previous experience. In stable, sturdy Optimist dinghies (designed specifically for beginners), sailors learn basic steering and sail control skills in a small-group environment.
DurationThis is an introduction to sailing for the young child with no previous experience. In stable, sturdy Optimist dinghies (designed specifically for beginners), sailors learn basic steering and sail control skills in a small-group environment.
Off the water, instructors teach the points of sail, boat parts, and weather and safety information through games and interactive lessons. Highlights of this program include surprise theme days and excursions to the beach.
This program emphasizes safety, fun, and learning, and provides ideal preparation for the CANSail 1 & 2.
Ages:
6 – 8
The Ashbridge’s Bay Yacht Club was founded in 1932, promoting the principles of good yachtmanship, volunteerism and tradition.Sandstone rocks from the Kingston area used as ballast in ships sailing west on the lake during the 1800s.
Discovered in Ashbridge’s Bay where they were first dumped, they created a shipping hazard and were then salvaged ca. 1895 (above left) and placed on club grounds in 1980 at the request of Gladys Humphrey (volunteer Gardener) (above right).
If you have never sailed before or are looking to improve your sailing skills, these courses will help you develop your abilities and confidence.
This is the first course to take when learning to sail a keelboat as an adult.
Our mission is “to develop the spiritual, relational, and physical potential of young people through sail training, shipboard life, and associated activities in a Christian environment” (e.g. an environment of love, grace, humility, and authenticity).
This course, which is internationally recognized by the Sail Canada standards, is designed to teach the beginner the necessary skills to act as both skipper and crew on a small dinghy.
Our Sail Canada certified instructors will teach you all you need to know to be able to handle a dinghy on your own in light to medium strength winds using KSC’s fleet of easy-to-sail training boats.
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