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Summer Kid's Sail & Kayak Camps
Mid-June to end of August

Hey kids, have any summer plans yet?

What better way to spend those long summer days than at sea... "learning the ropes"? The Santa Barbara Sailing Center is proud to launch another year of Youth Sailing and Kayak Camps, which we have been doing since 1986. 

Summer Camp Application

Kids CampKid's Sailing Camp

Basic Camp: Ages 7-15
Advanced Camp: Ages 15+

Sessions: Weekly (Monday-Friday)
Times: 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Costs: $175.00 per child per session ($155.00 for SBSC club members)

To ensure a personalized experience, our sailing camp students are placed into groups of no more than 5 per instructor. Each group sets sail on their own 21-foot sailboat with a qualified instructor on board at all times. The 21-foot Victory sailboats are "sloop rigged" keelboats that have been chosen because they are safe, stable, and they don't tip over!

"Safety First" is our motto. With this in mind, we provide each child with a PFD (Personal Flotation Device), which they are required to wear whenever out on the water.

Our sailing camp includes dockside and on the water instruction. Your child will learn basic sailing techniques, nautical terminology, crew overboard rescue maneuvers, basic knots, and rules of the road. To add a little variety, we also include sailing games and other fun activities.

One highlight of the camp includes a quick ride aboard our 50 foot sailing catamaran, The DOUBLE DOLPHIN, which anchors off of East Beach (right near the swim zone) to let the kids have a fun swim near the shore.  We make sure that safety is first and foremost, and that they are never in danger during this time.

This exciting week comes to a close with all the campers participating in a sailing regatta (race) and ceremonial water fight on Friday.

Ask about our Advanced Camp for those children that have done at least two sessions in our regular camp.

Clothing & Extras: The best way to prepare for sailing is to dress in layers, that way you are ready for any temperature that develops. We also suggest a back pack to carry extra gear such as a hat, beach towel, lip balm, sunscreen, water, snack and sunglasses.  Any type of sneaker will work great, and please do not wear any open toed sandals.

Food: We suggest that you eat a full lunch at least 30 minutes before the start of camp.  For campers doing both camps, there will be a supervised lunch break from 12:30pm - 1pm.

Important: The Sailing Camp starts at 1:00 p.m. sharp, so please be on time. Campers will be ready to be picked up at 5:00 p.m. on shore next to The Boat Launch Mini-Mart.  Please, be on time for all drop-offs and pick-ups.

Santa Barbara kayaking campKid's Kayak Camp

Basic Camp: Ages 7-15
Advanced Camp: Ages 15+

Sessions: Weekly (Monday-Friday)
Times: 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Costs: Only $175.00 per child per session ($155.00 for SBSC club members)

Kayak camp allows your child to be master of his or her own vessel. With an instructor to student ratio of no more than 6 to 1, your child can experience the joy of kayaking safely, all the while gaining the skills and confidence to finally venture out to sea.

Ocean Scrambler Kayaks, one of the best in the industry, are durable and extremely easy to maneuver. They are the sit-on-top style of kayak with adjustable backrests to fit all sizes.

Again, "Safety First" is our most important issue. Each child is fitted for a specially designed kayaking vest (Personal Flotation Device-PFD), which must be worn at all times on the water.

Your child will learn how to safely mount and dismount a kayak (dockside and in the water), basic paddling techniques, rules of the road- to be a "courteous kayaker", and how to safely maneuver a kayak in various situations in our harbor and along our coastline.

 

Clothing & Extras: Wearing a swimsuit and t-shirt is ideal, so be prepared to get wet.  You can also bring a back pack to carry extra gear such as a hat, beach towel, lip balm, sunscreen, water, snack, sunglasses and a change of dry clothes.  As far as footwear goes, Tevas, Aquasocks, flip-flops or sandals work great.

Food: Please eat breakfast ahead of time.  Bring a light snack and water.  For campers doing both camps, there will be a supervised lunch break from 12:30pm - 1pm.

Important: The Kayak Camp starts at 8:30 a.m. sharp, so please be on time. Campers will be ready to be picked up at 12:30 p.m. on shore next to The Boat Launch Mini-Mart, unless they are also enrolled in our Sailing camp, which starts at 1:00 p.m. Please be on time for all drop-offs and pick-ups.

Sailing and Kayak Camp Schedule

Kayak Camp: 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Sailing Camp: 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Both Camps Cost: $175.00 per child per session

($155.00 for SBSC club members)

*No refunds, however, rescheduling
of sessions is allowed.

2010 Scheduled Sessions
Week Number
Session Dates
Week 1 :
June 14 - June 18
Week 2 :
June 21 - June 25
Week 3 :
June 28 - July 2
Week 4 :
July 5 - July 9
Week 5 :
July 12 - July 16
Week 6 :
July 19 - July 23
Week 7 :
July 26 - July 30
Week 8 :
August 2 - August 6
Week 9 :
August 9 - August 13
Week 10 :
August 16 - August 20
Week 11 :
August 23 - August 27

Getting Prepared for Camp

Where to go:
The Santa Barbara Sailing Center. Access to our parking lot is through Harbor Way. Make your first left into the main parking lot, and drive towards the Public Boat Launch Ramp (Just past the automatic gate). Park as close as you can to The Boat Launch Mini-Mart. The Sailing Center's ramp is located just in front of the store.

Click here for a more detailed Directions page.

Sign Up Today!
We are currently accepting applications for both Kayak and Sail Camps. Remember, these camps fill up fast, so apply early and reserve your child's spot now. If you don't want to sign up online or come down in person, we will be happy to mail,

e-mail or fax the application to you.

Summer Camp Application

To help with parents' drop-off and pick-up schedules, our staff will provide supervision from 8:15 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. each day.

There will not be a swim test for these camps. We are asking that parents acknowledge to SBSC that their child is comfortable being around the ocean, and that they have basic swimming skills. Any child who does not know how to swim, or is nervous around large bodies of water, is advised not to enroll in our camps.

Santa Barbara Sailing Center's Tax Identification Number :
77-0488174

After School Sailing Instruction
September to Mid-June

Hey Kids!! Interested in sailing during the school year? Check out our Year Round Youth Sailing Instruction.

Every Monday and Wednesday from 3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Public: $25, Club Members: $20

In order to reserve a spot in one of these sessions, please call in advance for the day you're interested in.

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