Sailing School Schedule & Rates

Summary of Class Progression

The Sailing School schedule follows a general approach: instructional classes (Hermits, Seamen, Mates, Old Mates and Skippers) meet in the mornings and have on the water instruction as well as Shore School components integrated in their curriculum; and more specialized classes (Optis for Mates, Optis Race Team, 420 Race Team and Adventure Sail) meet in the afternoons. One exception to this morning/afternoon split is for Seamen, whose specialized Opti class meets on Tuesday mornings to take advantage of lighter winds.   

Students must be registered in general instructional classes to participate in a specialized class. Any 420 racers who have completed the sailing program, or the equivalent elsewhere, may sign up just for 420 Race Team. We encourage students to register for both general and specialized classes when possible. The more time students spend on the water, the more comfortable sailors they become as their mastery grows. Time at the Club also allows students to make important friendships. Specialized sailing is not just about racing!

For those students who begin their experience with SHSS as a Hermit or Seamen, the classes follow a progression based on age, experience and advancement testing. For those students who are new to SHSS and who may also be less experienced and older, please contact the Program Director or Sailing School President before registering to discuss your child’s correct placement.


Available Class Options By Age 

Age

(as of 9/1 of current year)

Morning

0900-1200

Afternoon

1330-1600

6&7

Hermits* (Mon & Fri)

(*start time is 0930)

No Classes Available

8-10

Seamen (Mon, Wed, & Fri)

Optis for Seamen (Tues)

No Classes Available

9-12

Mates (Tues, Wed, & Thurs)

Opti for Mates (Tues & Thurs) 

and/or

Adventure Sail (Mon & Wed)

11-14

Old Mates (Mon, Thurs, & Fri)

Opti Race Team (Mon-Thurs)

or

Adventure Sail (Mon & Wed) 

13+

Skippers (Tues, Wed, & Thurs)

Opti Race Team (Mon-Thurs)

or

420 Race Team (Mon-Thurs)

or

Adventure Sail (Mon & Wed)

14+

(Invitation Only)

Instructor in Training Program

(Mon & Fri)

 

Adults

No Classes Available

Adult Clinics (Fri)

 

Schedule

 

Rates 2024

Registration opens March 1 with a 5% Early Bird Discount through March 31st. Full Price applies after March 31st.


Class

One Week

Entire Season

(8 weeks)

Hermits (2 mornings)

$152

$1,155

Seamen (3 mornings)

$200

$1,520

Mates (3 mornings)

$200

$1,520

Old Mates (3 mornings)

$200

$1,520

Skippers (3 mornings)

$226

$1,718

Optis for Seamen (1 morning)

$65

$494

Optis for Mates (2 afternoons)

$168

$1,277

Opti Race Team (4 afternoons)

$247

$1,877

420 Race Team (4 afternoons)

$284

$2,158

Adventure Sail (2 afternoons)

$137

$1,041

Adult Clinics

$90

$684