We have exciting junior fall sailing programs lined up at AYC Sailing School, for many age groups, skill levels and interests!
- AYC Membership is NOT required for participation, however AYC Members receive a 15% discount on all fees.
- Register with a friend (or more) and receive a 15% discount for everyone in your group!
Don’t miss out! Learn more on our registration page
Have questions? Email LTS@armdaleyachtclub.ns.ca
Pram 1-2
Pram sailing is intended to be the optimal starting point for one’s CANSail journey. Focusing on the basics of dinghy sailing, sailors in this group will learn how to manoeuvre a boat, read wind direction, and identify the points of sail. This course will cover CANSail levels 1&2.
Ages: 8 – 12 years
Weight: 110lbs MAXIMUM
Prerequisite: None
Session Length: Saturdays and Sundays, 10am-4pm, Sept. 6 to Oct. 11
Opti
In this course, sailors will move on from the basics and learn methods of improving boat speed and performance. Sailors will have the opportunity to experience a variety of wind conditions and explore different aspects of dinghy racing. Sailors will work on skills from CANSail levels 3+. More advanced Opti sailors will have the opportunity to attend local regattas.
Ages: 10 – 14 years
Weight: 130lbs MAXIMUM
Prerequisite: Must have completed CANSail 2
Session Length: Saturdays and Sundays, 10am-4pm, Sept. 6 to Oct. 11
Intro to Double-Handed
This course is intended for newer sailors who have outgrown the Pram dinghies. Sailors in this group will learn the basics of dinghy sailing, but also explore sailing with a partner in our Club 420 and Laser Pico dinghies. This course will cover CANSail levels 1&2.
Ages: 12 – 16 years
Weight: 100lbs MINIMUM
Prerequisite: None
Session Length: Saturdays and Sundays, 10am-4pm, Sept. 6 to Oct. 11
Adventure Sail and Racing
The Adventure Sail group is for sailors who may prefer to explore the ocean rather than focus on racing. This group will still follow the CANSail checklists for level 3 and beyond and will also focus on basic navigation and marine safety while providing one-of-a-kind experiences like island lunches and visiting the Halifax marina by boat.
Ages: 12 – 16 years
Weight: 110lbs MINIMUM
Prerequisite: Must have completed CANSail 2
Session Length: Saturdays and Sundays, 10am-4pm, Sept. 6 to Oct. 11
Have questions?
Email LTS@armdaleyachtclub.ns.ca and we’d be happy to answer any questions or coordinate discount codes!