Lessons

We at BCSC offer Scholastic Sailing, Adult Sailing Lessons and Kayaking Lessons

Highschool Program

Purpose:

To build a strong local high school sailing program which encourages inter-scholastic competition at local, and regional levels by combining the talents of a student sailors from an unlimited number of local high schools.

Eligibility:

The program is open to full time students, girls and boys, at the the local high school in grades 9-12, plus selected 8th graders.

Each high school must be a member of the Mid-Atlantic Scholastic Sailing Association

Team sizes can be as small as one sailor. Competitors race in the teams of two and single sailors will be paired with athletes from other schools

Training Program:

Two sessions per school year:

• Spring: April 13th - June 4th
• Fall: September 4th - November

Each session includes the following:

Weekly club races on Monday nights 5:30pm - Dark
• Up to three additional practice days during the week 4:30pm - 6:30 pm
• Approximately five weekend regattas (see schedule)
• Coaching at both practice and regattas
• Access to BCSC fleet for practice and regattas

Practice Tuesday - Thursday from 4:30pm-6:30pm
Includes on and off the water instruction

Staff

The scholastic sailing program is coached by instructors with strong backgrounds in ginghy racing and instruction. All of our instructors carry a US Sailing Level 1 Certification in Small Sailboat Instruction and a current CPR and First Aid Certification.

Tuition

$300 per session per student.
You can register for this program on the Registration Page
Payment may be made by cash, check, or paypal

Transportation

Transportation to and from BCSC and the offsite travel events is the responsibility of the student. We will circulate a roster for families that would like to coordinate carpools.

Program Requirements

It is understood that sailing is a water based sport so it is necessary to be a strong swimmer. Due to the temperature of the water, we will not swim test sailors.

Sailors are expected to sail at least two days per week in order to be considered for racing.

BCSC will provide live vests and boats but all other sailing gear is the responsibility of the sailor. See the attached list of recommended gear.

In order to participate in competitive events, all sailors must register with the Mid-Atlantic Scholastic Siling assocation
http://www.toad.net/~mariners/massa/mfhowto.html

Adult Learn-to-Sail

US SAILING Certified Instructors teach new sailors the basics of the sport, conduct sailing drills on land and in the water to put theory into practice, and supervise the students so they may gain confidence and proficiency in the skills learned. Class size is limited to 18 students, thus allowing plenty of on-the-boat coaching. Students should be at least 18 years of age to participate in the course. The class will meet as scheduled, even in inclement weather (we have an attractive trailer/classroom), unless we notify you to the contrary (extreme weather conditions) by e-mail or telephone. curriculum (weather permitting) starts with orientation to the sport, some land drills, and a first sail debriefing and review. As soon as possible, we'll learn capsize-recovery, with plenty of practice available throughout the course.

The remaining sessions will focus on essential skills and tactics: the safety position, tacking, jibing, reaching, beating upwind, running downwind, and sailing a triangular course around buoys. There are usually 2 students per boat, so we encourage the sharing of time at the helm/tiller to learn boat handling skills. For more information or any questions you may have, please contact us at Director@bcsailing.org.

Students should wear loose clothing that is light-colored and breathable (dress in layers on cool days), foul-weather gear, sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, non-skid boat shoes avoid sandals or other open-toed shoes. Bring a swim suit, towels, and an extra change of clothing for the capsize/recovery drill on the first day. We will provide life jackets (PFDs - Personal Flotation Devices).

Tuition is only $209 for classes before payable to the Community Colleges of Baltimore County (CCBC) at 410+869-0296 or online at http://www.ccbcmd.edu/ceed/boating.html. Please have the CRN# available for the course in which you wish to enroll.

Kayaking Lessons

Some may be skeptical, but there's more to summer on the Chesapeake than just sailing. As kayaking has grown in popularity throughout the country, we've seen greater interest on the Bay and locally on Middle River.

LEARN TO KAYAK is a one-day program on the basics of kayaking. Skilled, certified instructors cover various paddling strokes, self-rescue techniques, group rescue techniques, familiarity with all parts and equipment, familiarization with various kinds of kayaks.

Tuition is only $79 payable to the Community Colleges of Baltimore County (CCBC) at 410+869-0296 or online at http://www.ccbcmd.edu/ceed/boating.htm. Please have the CRN# available for the course in which you wish to enroll.