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2023 Spring US Sailing Keelboat Class

Registration has Closed

Spring 2023 Class Dates:
April 14, 21, and 28
6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

All-volunteer instructors are certified by U.S. Sailing and follow nationally recognized standards.

All-volunteer instructors are Basic Keelboat certified by US Sailing and follow nationally recognized standards.

  • This is an introductory course; no sailing knowledge required.
  • Learn to Sail on our O’Day 24, Capri 22, Catalina 22 or Precision 23.
  • US SAILING BASIC KEELBOAT Certification. For course content CLICK HERE
  • Age 16 and up, 12 students per class.
  • Classroom sessions will be held Friday, 6 – 8:30 PM, with the exam on the last night.
  • Three on-the-water sessions of 3 hours each will be held as weather and schedules allow, weekdays and weekends.
    • On-the-water sessions start April 1 as weather permits
    • 2-3 students per boat.
    • All sailing sessions must be completed by May 8.
  • Questions? Contact one of the instructors
  • Tuition – $350.

12 Students
per Class

class is full

Instructors:

  • Gary Miller (405) 202-2160
  • Paul Reynolds (405) 250-2093
  • Phil Moershel (405) 208-1532
  • Jerry Lojka (405) 620-4498
  • Keith Campbell (405) 826-1031

2023 Spring Kids Sailing Better Intermediate Class

Registration Open

Class Dates:
Jun 5-8, 2023

All-volunteer instructors are certified by U.S. Sailing and follow nationally recognized standards.

  •  Ages 9-16.
  • For second and third year sailors.
  • Four days of instruction build on the knowledge and skills learned in the Sailing Smart Camp.
  • Students will improve sailing on all points of sail, especially upwind.
  • They will be introduced to racing, including the rules, the start, and sailing the course.
  • Weather permitting we will take a longer destination sail.
  • Boats may include Lasers, RS Tera, RS Zest, the American and Harbor 14 sloops, and perhaps a larger keelboat.
  • Up to 12 students in this class.
  • Classes run 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Monday thru Thursday.  Friday is a makeup day for bad weather.
  • Classes will be held outdoors with social distancing and masks to prevent Covid-19 transmission.
  • Graduates will be eligible for additional Saturday morning sailing days as weather permits.
  • Kids bring their own PFD, lunch and drinks.
  • Tuition – $250.
  • Scholarships are available for these classes!

12 Students
Per Class

Class Open

2023 Spring Kids Sailing Smart Beginner Class #1

Registration Open

Class Dates:
June 12-15, 2023

All-volunteer instructors are certified by U.S. Sailing and follow nationally recognized standards.

  • Ages 9 – 16.
  • These one-week programs will teach beginning sailing in our new RS Tera and RS Zest fleet.
  • No previous sailing or boating experience required, but must be able to swim – class starts with 50′ swim test.
  • Students learn the safe, responsible way to rig, launch and sail small boats, while improving their self-confidence, coordination and teamwork.
  • Skills to learn include capsize recovery, balancing the boat, and tying knots.
  • Student safety is our priority; following instructions is a must.
  • Classes run 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Monday thru Thursday. Friday of the week are makeup days for bad weather.
  • Classes are limited to 10 students.
  • Graduates will be eligible for additional Saturday morning sailing days as weather permits.
  • Classes will be held outdoors with social distancing and masks as needed to prevent Covid-19 transmission.
  • Kids bring their own PFD, lunch and drinks.
  • Tuition – $250
  • Scholarships are available for these classes!

10 Students
Per Class

Class Open

2023 Spring Kids Sailing Smart Beginner Class #2

Registration Open

Class Dates:
June 19-22, 2023

All-volunteer instructors are certified by U.S. Sailing and follow nationally recognized standards.

  • Ages 9 – 16.
  • These one-week programs will teach beginning sailing in our new RS Tera and RS Zest fleet.
  • No previous sailing or boating experience required, but must be able to swim – class starts with 50′ swim test.
  • Students learn the safe, responsible way to rig, launch and sail small boats, while improving their self-confidence, coordination and teamwork.
  • Skills to learn include capsize recovery, balancing the boat, and tying knots.
  • Student safety is our priority; following instructions is a must.
  • Classes run 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Monday thru Thursday. Friday of the week are makeup days for bad weather.
  • Classes are limited to 10 students.
  • Graduates will be eligible for additional Saturday morning sailing days as weather permits.
  • Classes will be held outdoors with social distancing and masks as needed to prevent Covid-19 transmission.
  • Kids bring their own PFD, lunch and drinks.
  • Tuition – $250
  • Scholarships are available for these classes!

10 Students
Per Class

Coming Soon

2023 Spring Kids Sailing Better Intermediate Class

Registration Open

Class Dates:
June 26-29, 2023

All-volunteer instructors are certified by U.S. Sailing and follow nationally recognized standards.

  • Ages 9-16.
  • For second and third year sailors.
  • Four days of instruction build on the knowledge and skills learned in the Sailing Smart Camp.
  • Students will improve sailing on all points of sail, especially upwind.
  • They will be introduced to racing, including the rules, the start, and sailing the course.
  • Weather permitting we will take a longer destination sail.
  • Boats may include Lasers, RS Tera, RS Zest, the American and Harbor 14 sloops, and perhaps a larger keelboat.
  • Up to 12 students in this class.
  • Classes run 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Monday thru Thursday.  Friday is a makeup day for bad weather.
  • Classes will be held outdoors with social distancing and masks to prevent Covid-19 transmission.
  • Graduates will be eligible for additional Saturday morning sailing days as weather permits.
  • Kids bring their own PFD, lunch and drinks.
  • Tuition – $250.
  • Scholarships are available for these classes!

12 Students
Per Class

Class Open

2023 Spring Adult Small Boat Sailing Class

Registration Open

Class Dates
July 8-9, 15-16, 22-23

All-volunteer instructors are certified by U.S. Sailing and follow nationally recognized standards.

  • Learn to sail a centerboard or small keel boat.
  • Earn US Sailing Small Boat Certification that includes a total of 24 hours of instruction.
  • Ages 14 and up. No previous sailing or boating experience required, but must be able to swim – class starts with 50′ swim test.
  • July 8-9 Thurs-Friday, 15-16 Mon-Tuesday, and 22-23 Thurs-Friday
  • Classes are in the evening 5:00 – 9:00 PM.
  • Class is limited to 8 students.
  • Taught by US Sailing Small Boat Level I Certified Instructor.
  • For more information contact Mary Anne Secrist at m.secrist913@gmail.com / 405-410-8582.
  • Tuition – $300.

8 Students
Per Class

Class Open

2023 Fall US Sailing Keelboat Class

Registration Coming Soon

Class Dates
TBA

All-volunteer instructors are certified by U.S. Sailing and follow nationally recognized standards.

All-volunteer instructors are Basic Keelboat certified by US Sailing and follow nationally recognized standards.

  • This is an introductory course; no sailing knowledge required.
  • Learn to Sail on our O’Day 24, Capri 22, or Precision 23.
  • US SAILING BASIC KEELBOAT Certification. For course content CLICK HERE
  • Age 16 and up, 8 students per class.
  • Classroom sessions will be held Friday, 6 – 8:30 PM, with the exam on the last night.
  • Three on-the-water sessions of 3 hours each will be held as weather and schedules allow, weekdays and weekends.
    • On-the-water sessions can start the day after the first class.
    • 2-3 students per boat.
  • If needed, classes will be held outdoors with social distancing. Masks may be required at times.
  • Questions? Instructors Paul Reynolds 405-250-2093 par2058@yahoo.com, Phil Moershel 405-208-1532 phil@moershel.com, and Jerry Lojka 405-620-4498 jerrylojka@gmail.com
  • Tuition – $350.

8 Students
Per Class

Coming Soon

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