City Sail Summer Program
City Sail provides students in grades 6-11 the opportunity to learn to sail a 24-foot boat, to become a better leader and team player, and to make new friends. Students spend a week as a small crew learning to steer, navigate, control the sails, and calculate speed. They also learn about the Hudson River and its marine environment. Most importantly they learn about themselves. Many schools offer physical education credits for completing this program.
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When Are City Sail Sessions Offered
City Sail is offered over 10 one-week sessions. Campers are encouraged to attend multiple sessions to improve their sailing skills. Please click on a session below to sign up.
Click here for the Youth Medical and Waiver Forms. These forms are required for every student to participate. Cancellation/Refund Policy.
Fast Facts About City Sail
- 10 week-long sessions offered between June 25 - August 31, campers may sign up for multiple weeks
- Open to kids in grades 6-11, students will be grouped in boats by grade/age
- Each instructor works with 4-5 students
- Open to kids from anywhere, you do not need to be an NYC resident
- Beyond simply learning to sail, students develop leadership, teamwork, communication, and craftsmanship as part of the program
- With school approval, credit in physical education given upon program completion
- No prerequisites to join - students do not need any type of sailing, boating, or swimming experience to join City Sail
Hours Of Camp
9 am - Campers and instructors assemble to discuss morning lesson/activity and schedule for day
930 am - Campers and instructors head out to boats and rig up in preparation for sailing
10 am - Out on the water sailing, learning a specific aspect of sailing, taking a trip, racing, or playing a game
12 pm - Break for lunch, get some water, and rest out of the sun. Play games on land and discuss the afternoon lesson/activity
1 pm - Back out on the water. The afternoon is generally more fun, exciting, and relaxed than the morning with a game or race to improve campers skills and help them work better as teams.
3 pm - Derigging the boats for the day
330 pm - Debriefing, discussing what we learned today and what we will learn tomorrow
4 pm - Time to head home and rest up for another great day tomorrow
Early Drop-Off/Late Pick-Up
8am drop-off, 5pm pick-up - $150/week
8am drop-off, 6pm pick-up - $200/week
Looking for other options? Give us a call - 212-924-1920.
Open Houses For General Public
- April 28, 2012 - 2-4pm
- May 20, 2012 - 10am-1pm
More dates to come.
3 Levels Of Experience
Students will be grouped by level. A student's level will be assessed the first day of the program.
Beginner Level
Intermediate Level
Advanced Level
The advanced level is an opportunity for students who already sail at a high level to become top-flight sailors. Work with our best instructors to hone your skills and perfect your technique.
Fees For City Sail Enrollment
$475 per session (Click on a session above to register)
Hudson River Community Sailing strives to serve a diverse student body. We offer scholarships to families with documented need. If you believe your family qualifies for a scholarship, please click here to access the City Sail Financial Aid Application.
I would tell any friend to join because it’s really fun and how great it is to learn a new sport.
- HRCS Youth
It’s so much fun, you learn something new and not everybody gets the chance to do that, it’s a thrill!
- HRCS Youth
You meet great new people and you will just learn to love sailing.
- HRCS Youth
