Youth Summer Sailing and Racing Camp
Programs Begin in June and run through August, total of 7 weeks of sailing opportunities
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Serving Youth Ages 7-18​
LEARN TO SAIL Opti
LTS OPTI = LEARN TO SAIL OPTI
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This program will be divided into 3 classes based on age, skill and confidence.
If your sailor is NEW to SBJSA, they will be placed in LTS Opti Beginner. They will sail with a partner for the week. This class is capped at 10 sailors for a healthy and safe instructor-student ratio.
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If your sailor has sailed with us before and is most comfortable sailing with a partner, they will be placed in LTS Opti Middle. This class is capped at 10 sailors for a healthy and safe instructor-student ratio.
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If your sailor has sailed with us before and is ready and able to sail alone, they will be placed in LTS Opti Advanced. This class is capped at 7 sailors for a healthy and safe instructor-student ratio.
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Each class has its own curriculum that builds on prior ones as laid out by US Sailing and taught through SBJSA high standards. Within the week, your sailor may shift into other classes based on age, skill and confidence per instructor recommendation. Detailed curricula are posted on our website under “Sailing” then “Classes and Descriptions”.
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Unsure of which class? Please contact Lauren Casamento at programdirector@sbjsa.org or Elizabeth Gefell, Programming at e.gefell@sbjsa.org ​
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Sailorships available for Wayne County residents. You can apply for a Sailorship on the registration page. Check out our Sailorship (scholarship) page for information on scholarships.
In order to get the most out of our Learn to Sail Curriculum, we strongly recommend that you sign up for two consecutive weeks! Attending camp for two weeks at a time provides young sailors with enough time to get comfortable on the water and in our boats before we dive into the basics of sailing.
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No Prerequisites
$410.00 / week (2026)
$820.00 / 2 weeks (2026)
Learn to Sail Laser/420
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LTS LASER = LEARN TO SAIL LASERS
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This program is divided into 2 classes based on age, skill and confidence.
LTS Laser Beginner is designed for older sailors who are NEW to SBJSA or have sailed with us in the LTS Opti Program. They will sail with a partner in a Laser for the week. This class is capped at 12 sailors for a healthy and safe instructor-student ratio.
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LTS Laser Advanced is designed for older sailors who have attended SBJSA. They will sail alone in a Laser for the week. This class is capped at 8 sailors for a healthy and safe instructor-student ration.
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Each class has its own curriculum that builds on prior ones as laid out by US Sailing and taught through SBJSA high standards. Within the week, your sailor may shift into other classes based on age, skill and confidence per instructor recommendation. Detailed curricula are posted on our website under “Sailing” then “Classes and Descriptions”.
Unsure of which class? Please contact Lauren Casamento, Program Director at programdirector@sbjsa.org or Elizabeth Gefell, Programming at e.gefell@sbjsa.org
Sailorships are available based on need.
LTS 420 = LEARN TO SAIL 420
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This program is divided into 2 classes based on age, skill and confidence.
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LTS 420 Beginner is designed for older sailors who are NEW to SBJSA or have sailed with us in the LTS Opti and/or LTS Laser Programs. They will sail with a partner for the week in a 420. This class is capped at 12 sailors for a healthy and safe instructor-student ratio.
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LTS 420 Advanced is designed for older sailors who have sailed with us in the LTS Opti, LTS Laser or LTS 420 Programs. They will sail with a partner for the week in a 420. This class is capped at 12 sailors for a healthy and safe instructor-student ratio.
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Each class has its own curriculum that builds on prior ones as laid out by US Sailing and taught through SBJSA high standards. Within the week, your sailor may shift into other classes based on age, skill and confidence per instructor.
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PREREQUISITE IS COMPLETION OF LEARN TO SAIL PROGRAM ASSOCIATED WITH THE LTR PROGRAM ( OPTI, LASER, CLUB 420)
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In order to get the most out of our Learn to Sail Curriculum, we strongly recommend that you sign up for two consecutive weeks! Attending camp for two weeks at a time provides young sailors with enough time to get comfortable on the water and in our boats before we dive into the basics of sailing. ​
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$410.00/week (2026)
$820.00 / 2 weeks (2026)
Sailorships available for Wayne County residents. You can apply for a Sailorship on the registration page. Check out our Sailorship (scholarship) page for information on scholarships.
Learn to Race OPTI
LTR OPTI = LEARN TO RACE OPTI
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This class is designed for sailors who have completed LTS Opti Advanced as they are required to sail alone in an Opti. Sailors will be introduced to more advanced sailing skills as well as introduced to racing. For maximum benefit, we highly recommend registering for 2 consecutive weeks.
This class is capped at 7 sailors for a healthy and safe instructor-student ratio.
This class has its own curriculum that builds upon prior ones as laid out by US Sailing and taught through SBJSA high standards. Detailed curricula are posted on our website under “Sailing” then “Classes and Descriptions”.
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Unsure if this is the right class? Please contact Lauren Casamento, Program Director at programdirector@sbjsa.org or Elizabeth Gefell, Programming at e.gefell@sbjsa.org
Sailorships are available based on need.
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PREREQUISITE IS COMPLETION OF LEARN TO SAIL PROGRAM
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$410.00/week (2026)
$820.00 / 2 weeks (2026)
Sailorships available for Wayne County residents. You can apply for a Sailorship on the registration page. Check out our Sailorship (scholarship) page for information on scholarships.
Learn to Race Laser/420
LTR LASER/420 = LEARN TO RACE LASER/420
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This class is designed for sailors who have completed LTS Opti Advanced, LTS Laser, LTS 420 or LTR Opti. Sailors will be introduced to more advanced sailing skills as well as introduced to racing. For maximum benefit, we highly recommend registering for 2 consecutive weeks.
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This class is capped at 12 sailors for a healthy and safe instructor-student ratio.
This class has its own curriculum that builds upon prior ones as laid out by US Sailing and taught through SBJSA high standards. Detailed curricula are posted on our website under “Sailing” then “Classes and Descriptions”.
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Unsure if this is the right class? Please contact Lauren Casamento, Program Director at programdirector@sbjsa.org or Elizabeth Gefell, Programming at e.gefell@sbjsa.org
Sailorships are available based on need.
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PREREQUISITE IS COMPLETION OF LEARN TO SAIL PROGRAM
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$410.00/week (2026)
$820.00 / 2 weeks (2026)
Sailorships available for Wayne County residents. You can apply for a Sailorship on the registration page. Check out our Sailorship (scholarship) page for information on scholarships.
TRAVEL RACE TEAM
TRAVEL RACE TEAM
Offered in two 3-week sessions.
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The Travel Race Team is designed for sailors to utilize and build upon their advanced sailing and racing skills. They will travel to Interclub Regattas once a week to compete against area clubs. Parent involvement is necessary for this program to be successful. Racers will also be encouraged to participate in regional regattas such as Junior Olympics and Centrals.
Team details and regatta schedules will be shared at the REQUIRED Parent Meeting held the Sunday evening prior to the start of the session.
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The Opti Travel Race Team is limited to 6 racers.
The Laser Travel Race Team is limited to 6 racers.
The 420 Travel Race Team is limited to 12 racers.
Questions regarding Opti Racing? Please contact our Director of Race, Sarah Costich at s.costich@sbjsa.org.
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Sailorships are available based on need.
$1,410.00 / 3 week (2026)
*We offer 2 3-week sessions for TRT in order to establish team dynamics. If you need to customize your registration for TRT please email us at info@sbjsa.org and we are happy to review and discuss.
Sailorships available for Wayne County residents. You can apply for a Sailorship on the registration page. Check out our Sailorship (scholarship) page for information on scholarships.
I-SAIL
A sailing program for youth on the spectrum.
ISAIL
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July 27-July 31
Aug 3-7
Capacity 4
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I-SAIL is a specialized sailing program designed for youth (ages 8-18) who are on the spectrum. Our staff were specifically trained by Brendan Sailing from Annapolis, MD to provide a positive sailing experience. We aim to provide a fun and safe learning environment to gain comfort and sailing skills on the water while encouraging social interactions and growth of self-esteem.
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Please email Deb at d.reisch@sbjsa.org with questions or concerns.
Would you like to know more about the Brendan Approach? Check out this link:
https://www.brendansailing.org
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Counselor In Training (CIT)
The SBJSA Counselor in Training (CIT) is part of a training program SBJSA where the individual is trained by Instructors in how to instruct sailors of all ages with the support and guidance of the Instructors, Assistant Program Director and Program Director. This individual works under the direction of the Program Director and will receive direct support, feedback and encouragement from the Assistant Program Director.
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CIT’s rotate into different groups throughout the summer to gain exposure to teaching at all levels as well as learning different approaches from each instructor's teaching style. The CIT is expected to observe and assist the instructor throughout lessons in order to learn teaching techniques. It is through the observation and assistance that the CIT becomes proficient as a teacher. CIT’s do not replace Instructors and are there to enhance lessons and strengthen their skills through the process. Note that this role does not act or operate independently and is under the direct supervision of Instructors, the Assistant Program Director and Program Director.
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Being a CIT is not considered being an employee of SBJSA. However CIT’s show up for the same hours as Instructors and are mentored by them. CIT’s will be registered campers. A fee is charged for CIT participation to cover costs of program ex. shirts & training materials etc.
Participation in the CIT program is not a guarantee of employment in future seasons at SBJSA. Some individuals may be asked to repeat the CIT program.
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To view the full description of this program, the requirements and application form click the link below. ​​​
ADVENTURE SAIL
In order to get the most out of our Learn to Sail Curriculum, we strongly recommend that you sign up for two consecutive weeks! Attending camp for two weeks at a time provides young sailors with enough time to get comfortable on the water and in our boats before we dive into the basics of sailing.
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PREREQUISITE IS COMPLETION OF LEARN TO SAIL PROGRAM AT LEVEL 3
$410.00/week (2026)
$820.00 / 2 weeks (2026)
Sailorships available for Wayne County residents. You can apply for a Sailorship on the registration page. Check out our Sailorship (scholarship) page for information on scholarships.
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CURRENTLY NOT SCHEDULED FOR THIS SUMMER
POSSIBLY WEEKS 5,6,OR 7 BASED UPON STAFFING
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Adventure Sailing (AS) is a camp program that introduces sailors to a diversity of non-competitive sailing and “Adventure Trek” paddle-craft activities. Sailors in this program include ages 13-18, who have successfully completed the LTS PROGRAM.
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This group will further build sailor skills and experience in a wide variety of boats. Sailing on waves in the Lake, proper anchoring techniques, how to correctly secure a boat to a dock, basic navigation, and many other skills are taught using a variety of boats in our fleet. On a daily basis, AS group instructors are able to evaluate wind/weather conditions, type of sailing, boats to be sailed and the interests of enrolled campers to determine what activity will be pursued that day.
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The goal is increased skill and knowledge across a range of subjects to grow/maintain interest in sailing while having plenty of fun in the process! Weight and height restrictions apply to specific sailboats.
Sailorships are available.
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PREREQUISITE IS COMPLETION OF LEARN TO SAIL PROGRAM AT LEVEL 3
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