Cedar Island Yacht Club Set For Another Exciting Season
Cedar Island Yacht Club once again opens its picturesque waterfront to young, aspiring sailors for the annual Youth Sailing Camp.
This camp offers the youth of Essex County and Windsor a chance to experience the world of sailing in a safe, educational and exhilarating environment.
Kieren Smith, aged 21, has been an instructor at Cedar Island Yacht Club for five years and has 11 years of sailing experience.
For Smith the challenge of learning a new skill and facing the elements on your own is a big part of what attracted him to the sport.
“Sailing is not in the same ballpark of anything else,” he says. “You are out there, there’s no motors, and these kids are able to sail these boats in three days on the water”.
Under the expert guidance of Cansail certified instructors and seasoned sailors, campers will receive hands-on training tailored to their skill levels, whether they are complete beginners or looking to refine their sailing prowess. The Sailing Camp is designed for children aged 8 to 14+offers a comprehensive introduction to sailing, covering everything from the essentials of boat handling and sailing techniques.
The week long camps run Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and offer a comprehensive introduction to sailing, covering everything from the essentials of boat handling and sailing techniques. Hands-on sailing aboard a fleet of well-maintained sailboats, ensures every participant gets ample time on the water.
Each camper is provided with a life jacket. Safety protocols are taught and followed to insure a safe learning environment. A variety of activities including beach games, swimming, recreational games and making new friends round out each day.
The primary aim of the Youth Sailing Camp is to instill a love for sailing while promoting self- confidence, teamwork, and leadership among its participants. Through a mix of on-the-water and on land activities, campers learn the importance of communication, problem-solving, and resilience. These valuable life skills are cultivated in an atmosphere of camaraderie and mutual support, making the camp a transformative and fun experience for many children.
Parents and guardians interested in more information on the CIYC Youth Sailing Camp can go to their website, under the tab sailing schools and then youth sailing course.
