2023 Summer Camp Registration is Now Open!
Our summer camps are a great introduction to water safety and the world of sailing and water sport for kids and youth! Camps are available for a wide range of ages and ability levels. See below for program descriptions.
All courses run from 9 am to 4 pm Monday to Friday, including holiday Mondays. Supervision is available from 8:45 am until 4:15 pm at the Old Mill Boathouse.
New Offerings
Due to unprecedented demand, we’ve opened 3 new program options for the last week of the Summer (Week 9: Aug 28 – Sept 1). We are excited to offer options targeted towards those sailors looking for the next steps forward!
Please click below to navigate to additional details regarding each program.
Opti 2
For sailors ages 9-12 and under 110lbs who have completed their CANSail 1 (either through Opti Sailing or CANSail 1/2)
Learn-To-Race 420
For sailors ages 11-18 who have completed their CANSail 2 or higher, and are interested in trying out the sport of sailboat racing in the C420 dinghy
Learn-To-Race Laser
For sailors ages 11-18 who have completed their CANSail 3 or higher, and are interested in learning how to race Lasers
2023 Program Schedule

Kids FUNdamentals
Program Range for Ages 4-9
Learn how to have fun and be safe on the water!
Coaches are specially trained in delivering age appropriate programs. Sailors will participate in games, arts and crafts, and other outdoor activities both on the water and in the park.


Wetfeet
Ages: 4 to 6
Prerequisite: None
Wetfeet is a one week, half day program for children ages 4 to 6. Our youngest sailors will learn water safety and basic sailing skills in a safe and fun environment. Whether they are exploring the inlet, or on a treasure hunt for a pirate’s lost gold, these sailors learn that being safe on the water with friends is fun!
Half-day AM and PM options available for Wetfeet only
Juniors
Ages: 7 to 9
Prerequisite: None
Juniors is a one week program, designed for children ages 7 to 9. Sailors will learn how to steer and adjust sails; new skills that will help them explore the inlet, learn about our marine wildlife, and complete a quest for the pirates of Rocky Point!
Girl Power
Ages: 7 to 9
Prerequisite: Girls Only
Girl Power is a one week program for girls ages 7 to 9, designed to encourage and empower our young female sailors. Similar to Juniors, sailors will learn sailing skills to explore and play on our local waters. This program teaches confidence, independence, and how to have fun on the water in an all-female environment!
Opti Learn-To-Sail
Program Range for Ages 9-12
Dip your toes in with our one-week Learn-To-Sail Summer Camps! Explore the inlet this summer; build new skills with us through outdoor games, activities, and fun.
Learn to sail with us, and create lifelong friends in the process!
Opti Learn-To-Sail programs are taught using the Optimist Dinghy. Due to a smaller sail area, it is recommended that sailors weigh less than 110lbs.


Opti 1
Ages: 9 to 12
Weight: Less than 110lbs
Prerequisite: None
Intro to Sailing
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
Opti 2
Ages: 9 to 12
Weight: Less than 110lbs
Prerequisite: CANSail 1
Basic Sailing
Find your next adventure! This one-week program is designed for sailors who have achieved their CANSail 1 certification, and are looking for the next steps!
Sailors learn the CANSail 2 skills through games, activities, and tons of time on the water. CANSail 2 teaches sailors to adjust their bodies and boats for changes in direction and wind speed while sailing and to perform boat-handling manoeuvers in a controlled manner while in a controlled setting
Youth Learn-To-Sail
Program Range for ages 11-18
Get on the water this Summer with our two-week Youth Learn-To-Sail Summer Camps! We offer a range of options for complete beginners through to seasoned racers. Explore the Inlet this summer; build new skills with us through outdoor games, activities, and fun!
Learn to sail with us, and create lifelong friends in the process.
Please note that each course covers the content for two different CANSail levels. While it is not uncommon for older sailors to achieve two CANSail levels in one go, we often recommend taking each course twice to achieve both levels with confidence.


CANSail 1/2
Ages: 11 to 17
Prerequisite: None
Introduction to Sailing and Basic Sailing
Get started on the right foot! This program is designed for individuals with little to no sailing experience.
Our experienced instructors introduce the CANSail 1 and 2 curriculum through games, activities, and tons of time on the water! Sailors will learn the fundamental sailing skills; steering, sheeting sails, balance in a boat, and boat-handling maneuvers.
CANSail 3/4
Ages: 11 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: 11 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.
Youth Learn-To-Race
Program Range for Ages 11-18
Dive into competitive sailing! Check out what sailboat racing is all about with our week-long learn-to-race clinics.
Our Learn-To-Race programs are a key stepping stone into our Fall Race Team. Find out more about our Race Team here.


Learn-To-Race 420
Ages: 11 to 18
Prerequisite: CANSail 2 certification or higher
Dip your toes into the world of sailboat racing! This one-week course offers an intro to key racing skills.
Sailors will learn new boat handling maneuvers to make their boat go as FAST as they like. Sailors will learn how to read the wind and current to make tactical racing decisions, and how to sail around a race course with other boats.
Sailors will develop key communication and teamwork skills with a partner! This program is run in C420 dinghies, a doublehanded (2-person) boat.
Learn-To-Race Laser
Ages: 11 to 18
Prerequisite: CANSail 3 certification or higher
Make your own way! This one-week course offers a deep dive into Laser sailing, the world’s most popular singlehanded (solo) boat.
Sailors will learn the tips and tricks of sailing a boat by themselves, all while developing a solid foundation of racing rules, maneuvers, and tactics.
This course is strongly recommended for sailors interested in racing a Laser with our Fall Race Team.
Leadership
Youth Leadership
Ages: 12 to 18
Prerequisite: CANSail 3 certification
This program is a leadership development course for sailors who have completed their CANSail 3, and are interested in becoming involved at the club. Youth Leaders will learn how to safely and responsibly assist beginner sailors on-land and on-water; becoming confident in skills such as hands-on sailing instruction, leading on-land games and activities, and dinghy capsize recovery.
This course offers sailors the opportunity to receive their First-Aid and CPR-C certifications, as well as their Pleasure Craft Operator Card (Boating License). These certifications are prerequisites for those who may be interested in becoming sailing instructors in the future.
Previously known as volunteer training, successful completion of this course is required in order to volunteer at RPSA Summer Camps.

Administrative
Waitlist
A waitlist option is now available through our registration page. Those previously waitlisted via email will maintain their spot in line regardless of registration.
Available space notifications will be given via email.
Program Registration
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Refund Policy
2+ weeks prior to course start date: 80% Refund
Within 2 weeks of course start date: 50% Refund