Youth Program
Getting kids on the water.
The youth program was founded with one goal: to provide Phoenix youth with the opportunity to learn the sport of sailing, regardless of any obstacles they may encounter.
The youth program invites children of ages 8-13 to Lake Pleasant to learn to sail for free. Roughly monthly, children are provided with transportation to the lake and taught by our incredible team of volunteers pictured above.
Boats
Club Flying Junior (FJ)
The club owns a fleet of 9 FJs
These 2-person boats are simple to learn
As children progress, they can sail these boats without an instructor
FJs are maneuverable and responsive
Catalina Capri 14.2
A Capri 14.2 was donated with the sole purpose of youth sailing
This boat can fit up to 6 small children
It is perfect for learning the basics of sailing before steering alone
Capri 14.2s are stable and comfortable
Details
Each day will include a lesson, rigging and launch, time on the water sailing both with and without an instructor, derigging, and a debrief of the day
All boats, lifejackets, and other sailing equipment are provided at no cost
Kids must bring a bathing suit, t-shirt, sun protection, and closed-toed shoes that can get wet (crocs, old sneakers, water shoes)
Occurs one Saturday per month from 10:30 - 2:00
Transportation is provided by bus leaving from Uptown Phoenix
Bus leaves at 9:30 and returns around 3:00
All children are covered under our insurance policy
Sign up by filling out the form at the link
An RSVP email will be sent out one week before each outing