The RNYC Sailing School offers 4 Levels of certified instruction for new sailors of all ages from 8 years to adult. The Program follows the Sail Canada CANSail module created to ensure stndardized sailing instruction across Canada. Through our Junior Sailing day camps we offer certified instruction for CANSail levels 1 through 4. The program provides safe, challenging, and educational sailing instruction while promoting seamanship, sportsmanship, and fostering a lifelong love of sailing.
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CANSail 1 teaches sailors the fundamental sailing skills including basic sheeting, steering, and boat handling on all points of sail. Sailors can sail within defined boundaries set by an instructor. For equipment and apparel requirements see What to Bring below.
CANSail 2 teaches sailors to adjust their bodies and boats for changes in direction and wind speed while sailing, and to perform boat-handling manoeuvers in a controlled manner while in a controlled setting. For equipment and apparel requirements see What to Bring below.
CANSail 3 teaches sailors to integrate the fundamental boat handling manoeuvers and balance with basic tactics and strategy as well as applied sail trim. Sailors are exposed to a greater variety of conditions and participate in a club race or club training camp. For equipment and apparel requirements see What to Bring below.
CANSail 4 teaches sailors to perform advanced boat handling manoeuvers in a variety of conditions. Sailors can successfully execute manoeuvers in competitive settings and for tactical and strategic purposes. Sailors participate in a one to two-day local regatta. For equipment and apparel requirements see What to Bring below.
Maritime weather varies quickly and temperatures are often significantly cooler than onshore. For comfort and safety particpants are required to dress and equip themselves appropriately.
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Jumpstart Program
The Canadian Tire Jumpstart Program gives financial assistance to families for one or more children 4 - 18 years to participate in programs of sports or physical activity including sailing. To be eligible families must first meet specific financial criteria as per Revenue Canada’s Low-Income Cut-Offs (LICO) chart.
Kidsport Program
KidSport provides grants to kids from families facing financial barriers so they can participate in registered sport programs and experience the lifelong benefits of a season of sport. KidSport Newfoundland and Labrador provides grants of up to $300 per eligible kid, per year (January 1st - December 31st) towards sport registration and equipment fees.
