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Opti 1

Ages: 9 to 12
Weight: Less than 110lbs
Prerequisite: None

Explore the water! This one-week program is designed for complete beginners, or sailors who have previously taken a Wetfeet, Juniors, or Girl Power Sailing Camp. 

Sailors learn the CANSail 1 skills through games, activities, and tons of time on the water. CANSail 1 teaches sailors the fundamental sailing skills; steering, sheeting sails, balance in a boat, and boat handling on all points of sail. Sailors can sail within defined boundaries set by an instructor

CANSail 3/4

Ages: 12 to 18
Prerequisite: CANSail 2

Intermediate and Advanced Sailing

Learn to sail FAST! This program is designed for individuals who have completed their CANSail 2 and want to learn more.

Sailors will work towards their CANSail 3 and 4 certification, covering intermediate and advanced sailing. Skills covered include refined boat handling, accelerating on a start line, racing around a course, and even how to sail backwards!

CANSail 4/5

Ages: 12 to 18
Prerequisite: CANSail 3

Advanced Sailing and Basic Integration of Racing

Show off your skills on the race course! This program is designed for individuals who have completed their CANSail 3 and are interested in learning racing skills.

Sailors will work towards their CANSail 4 and 5 certification. Skills covered include advanced racing tactics, developing a race strategy, and advanced boat handling around all areas of a race course.