Dana Point Yacht Club
Junior Summer Sailing Program
2014
Information Packet
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The DPYC Junior Program develops knowledgeable and capable
youth sailors and instills in them a passion for the sport of sailing,
which will lay the foundation for the future of Dana Point Yacht
Club and the sport of sailing.
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Dana Point Yacht Club’s Junior Sailing Program is a non-profit endeavor that sponsors and instructs youth sailing in and around Dana Point Harbor. Participating children will learn to sail and will have a lot of fun doing it! The DPYC Junior Sailing Program serves all of Dana Point Harbor and
surrounding South Orange County communities. We work with Dana Point Youth Charitable Foundation to maintain one of the largest fleets of
foundation-owned Naples Sabots, Lasers, Collegiate Flying Juniors, and 420s in Southern California.
Our students range from first-time beginners to sailors seeking college-preparatory racing instruction. Basic sailing skills are incorporated into fun activities, such as sailing sponge-tag, scavenger hunts, sailing to the West Basin Sand Bar, and double-handed sailing. Advanced students are given the opportunity to improve their sailing skills and racing strategy. Students are encouraged to travel and represent Team Dana Point racing team at out-of-harbor events such as Jr. Sabot Nationals and the Dutch Shoe Marathon. Our goal is for all students to develop solid sailing skills,
seamanship, water-safety skills, and sportsmanship. The DPYC junior sailing program builds a foundation for a wonderful sport that students can enjoy throughout their whole lives.
Summer Program Overview
Our summer program is a six-week program comprised of three two-week sessions. Students may do any or all of the sessions, although most do two or three sessions.
Each session is independent of the other, so enrollment in the first session is NOT a prerequisite for enrolling in the second or third sessions. Students may graduate to more difficult classes with each new session, if they qualify for the desired level.
The program is open to children from age eight to eighteen and
participants are not required to be current members of Dana Point Yacht Club.
Sailing instruction is done in Sabots, Lasers, CFJs and 420s depending on a student’s age and skill level.
All juniors will be required to pass a swim test on their first day. The test consists of swimming laps at the DPYC guest dock, treading water, and putting on a Coast Guard approved life jacket while in the water.
Course Levels
Beginning Sabot (Level 1): GREEN
The beginning Sabot class teaches children to captain their own boat on the water while under supervision. Lessons will cover safety, boat
nomenclature, knots, rigging, points of sail, ocean awareness and fundamentals of sailing. This level is taught in Naples Sabots. It is not uncommon for a student to take the Beginner Level more than once. Beginning Sabot (Level 2): YELLOW
This is for juniors who may have sailed in the program before, or who have some previous knowledge of sailing Naples Sabots, but who are still working on commanding their sabot independently. Emphasis is on getting out of irons, points of sail, jibing in breeze, rules of the road, and basic racing. Intermediate Sabot (Level 3): RED
This class is for juniors who have confidence in basic sailing, can sail all points of sail independently in light and moderate breeze, and may be ready to start racing. Lessons cover racing fundamentals, sail trim, and racing rules, with continued emphasis on small boat handling and safety. Level 2 racers are encouraged (but not required) to compete in the San Diego Harbor “Dutch Shoe Marathon” and the Long Beach Harbor “Beach To Bay” race. Level 2 sailors are STRONGLY ENCOURAGED to own their own sabot.
Advanced Sabot (Level 4): BLUE
This level is for sailors with solid sailing skills interested in competitive sabot sailing. This program emphasizes the many aspects of one design racing including advanced racing tactics, strategy, racing rules, advanced
starting techniques, and good sportsmanship. Preparing for Junior Sabot Nationals is a major goal of this class. Level 3 Sabot sailors are REQUIRED to own their own competitive sabot.
Advanced Dinghy: Laser, CFJ, 420 (Level 5)
This level is for sailors who are competent sailors interested in exploring and/or racing other boats. Instruction will be focused on racing, sailing with a spinnaker, double handed sailing, etc. Sailors must be responsible and trustworthy to be given care of larger boats. Please contact the Junior Director about the sailor’s personal sailing goals.
Schedule
The summer program is held from June 30 to August 7, 2014.
Classes are held Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm.
The program officially begins at 9:00am though students may show up as early as 8:30am but no earlier. Supervision is not provided prior to 8:30am.
Upon arrival students stow their gear in their locker and immediately begin rigging. All boats should be rigged by 9:30. If your child requires additional time, please plan accordingly.
Pick up time is 4:00. Please do not cause the coaches to have to stay late to wait for you.
The parent or guardian must sign IN and OUT their junior, and if there is a change in plans (Uncle Bob to pick up the kids), please let a coach know.
Typical Day Schedule:
8:45-9:00 Arrive, sign in, stow gear, begin rigging 9:00-9:30 Rig boat
9:30-10:00 Chalk talk, sunscreen, water 10:00-12:00 Sailing
12:00-1:00 Lunch 1:00-3:00 Sailing 3:00-3:15 Debrief 3:15-4:00 Derigging 4:00 Sign out & Pick up
Generally, students will be on the water for 2 hours in the morning, break for lunch, and sail for a few more hours in the afternoon. However, this
schedule may vary depending on lessons, fieldtrips, sails around the island or out to the ocean, and adverse sailing conditions (too much or no wind).
Dates
Summer Junior Program 2014 Session I: June 30 - Jul 11* Session II: Jul 14 - Jul 25 Session III: Jul 28 - Aug 7** Sabot Nationals: Aug 3 – 7
*No class on Independence Day: Friday, July 4
**No class on August 8 (Sabot Nationals ends Aug 7) Other Important Dates
April 30 Last Day for Early Dues Registration for INSA $20 (goes up to $40) Jun 7-8 Dana West Charity Regatta @DWYC
Jun 20 Parent Info and Meet & Greet @ Dana Point Yacht Club Jul 9 INSA Measurement Date
Jul 16 Sabot II North (11yrs and younger) Jul 18 Dutch Shoe Marathon
Jul 19 All Girls All Ages @ Lido Isle Yacht Club Jul 24 Beach to Bay
Jul 25 Deadline for Measurement & Entry for Sabot Nationals Aug 3 - 7 Sabot Nationals @ NHYC
Aug TBD Junior Awards Banquet (Date TBD) Sept 7 Richard Henry Charity Regatta @ DPYC Third Session Change
Since the summer sailing season is a week shorter this summer, we have changed the sessions a little bit. We will still have three 2-week sessions, but for the third session we will continue the program through the week of
Sabot Nationals so you may choose whether to go to nationals or remain in the regular program for the last week (August 4-7).
For more regatta dates, refer to the International Naples Sabot Association and SCYYRA website at, respectively:
www.naples-sabot.org www.scyyra.org
Daily Preparation
What to Bring: 1. Hat
2. Sunglasses (with croakies if desired) 3. Sunscreen
4. Coast Guard Approved Lifejacket 5. Swimsuit
6. Towel
7. Change of clothes
8. Boat parts (sail, leeboard handle, mainsheet, etc.) 8. Sack lunch (refrigeration available)
9. WATER!!!
10. Any medication or health equipment (Note: DPYC instructors will not administer any medications to students unless the medication is 1)
presented to the instructor by the parent, 2) is accompanied by written authorization for administration, and 3) is accompanied with written directions for administration.)
What NOT to bring:
Electronics such as computers, gaming devices, or anything expensive you would not want to lose/get wet. Students may have cell-phones as long as they are put away during program hours. DPYC is not responsible for items left in lockers.
Each student will be assigned a personal locker and a gear locker for the above items. Gear, extra clothes, etc. can be left overnight as long as it is inside a locker.
Lost & Found
Please clearly mark all of your child’s belongings. All items left on the docks or on our grounds will be placed in the Lost and Found located in the
Junior Room. To encourage personal responsibility, retrieval of items from Lost and Found costs $1.00 per item.
Lunches
Students should bring their own lunch, drinks and any snacks they may
want. If we schedule a pizza day we will advise the students the day before.
Requirements
1. Medical Release Form signed (bring to parent meeting or first day).
2. Copy of the child’s Insurance information.
(whether owned or chartered), with all necessary gear and rigging (Sabots are available for summer charter—please note reservation request on application).
4. Advanced Sailors must have a Sabot, Laser, CFJ, or 420 with all necessary gear and rigging (Two Lasers 2 CFJs, and 2 420s are available for summer charter for qualified juniors – please note reservation request on application.)
5. All juniors must have their own Coast Guard Approved PFD (life jacket).
6. All juniors must pass a simple swim test the first day of the program. 7. Lunches should be packaged in seagull proof containers.
Charter Boats
The Dana Point Youth Charitable Foundation provides the DPYC Juniors Program with a growing fleet of boats. Available for charter are Naples Sabots, two Lasers, two CFJs, and our new addition of racing quality 420s. Please be advised that if a student charters a boat it is the student’s
responsibility to care for the boat for the duration of the program and they
WILL be held accountable for maintaining their boat and its parts. If there is a continuous problem with lost parts or irresponsible use, privileges may be revoked and parents may be held financially accountable.
Discipline
If any individual junior is unable to maintain an appropriate level of
Corinthian behavior and/or safe and appropriate conduct in the class, that junior may be asked to leave for the remainder of the session(s), and no fees will be returned.
Parent Info and Meet & Greet
June 20, 2014 Friday at 6:30pm at Dana Point Yacht Club
This is your chance to get your questions answered, see the facilities, and take care of any last minute details before the program starts.
Please bring:
1) Signed medical release form
2) Copy of the child’s medical insurance information
Annual Awards Dinner
The summer program will conclude with the annual awards barbeque mid August. Specific date TBD. Festivities will include video of highlights of the
summer program, awards for all students, and the presentation of trophies. Everyone and their families are encouraged to attend the awards dinner! Top Awards
Session Awards- each session instructors will chose a “Most Corinthian” and “Most Improved” sailor.
Best Performance Awards- to recognize top performances from DPYC sailors at regattas over the summer including Beach to Bay and Dutch Shoe.
Junior Seamanship Award is presented to the sailor who has demonstrated knowledge of the seas, wind patterns, rigging, and boat handling.
Junior Achievement Award is presented to the sailor who has
demonstrated the highest achievement in sportsmanship both on and off the water.
Junior Harbor Champion Award is presented to the sailor age 14 to 18, who has demonstrated the highest achievement in racing.
Junior Club Champion Award is presented to the sailor, age 13 or under, who has demonstrated the highest achievement in racing.
Racing Information
Summer Program Regattas
There are several great regattas during the summer program for all skill levels from the beginning to advanced racer. Some are great first-time regattas while others require a few years of experience.
Beach to Bay
The Jessica Uniack Memorial Race is a fun point-to-point race in Long Beach that begins at Shoreline Beach (near the aquarium) and ends at Long Beach Yacht Club. Sabots, FJs, & Lasers may compete. It is a great beginning race, as most of the race is a usually a reach. Takes place on a Thursday, and is typically our most popular summer race.
Dutch Shoe
Another great point to point race, only for sabots, that takes racers on a scenic course through San Diego Harbor. Starts at San Diego Yacht Club and ends at Coronado Yacht Club. This is a time-honored
marathon of sabot sailors young and young-at-heart, often drawing more than 200 sabots out on the water.
Sabot II
Specifically for sabot sailors 11 years old and younger. There is a North and South Division; we usually participate in the North Division held in Long Beach.
All Girls Regatta
Held at Lido Isle Yacht Club in Newport, a fun but competitive regatta for the ladies. Whether they want to sail a Sabot, Laser, or FJ, Lido Isle always puts on an awesome regatta. Note that this regatta is on a weekend (not during program hours).
Team Dana Point
In addition to the summer regattas, some DPYC Juniors compete in regattas year-round throughout southern California and beyond. For those interested in serious competition, we have created Team Dana Point—a racing team comprised of sailors from Dana Point dedicated to representing our harbor. They will have the opportunity to receive world-class coaching and to compete in many additional regattas including but not limited to:
-Jeff Adam Regatta @ DPYC (March) -Charity Regatta @ DWYC (June)
-Tuesday Night Soda Cans @ Dana Point Harbor (Summer) -Thursday Night Races @ DPYC (Summer)
-Sabot Nationals (August)
-Richard Henry Dana Regatta @ DPYC (September) -Halloween Regatta @ LIYC
-Gold Cups (Spring, Summer, Fall) @ NHYC -Thanksgiving Regatta @ ABYC (November)
Additionally, some of our best sailors have gone on to compete in regattas such as the Koch International Cup, Olsen 30 Nationals, and 29er Worlds in Italy. If interested, please contact the Junior Director about the sailor’s specific goals.
DPYC Summer Sailing Program Registration Form
24399 Dana Drive * (949) 496-2900 * www.dpyc.org/juniors.htm * juniors@dpyc.org
Junior’s Name DOB
Parent’s Name Age
Cell Phone Home Phone
Address State
City Zip
Emergency Contact Info (other than parent)
Name Phone
Club Member
(y/n) Member #
Class Level Beginner A Advanced Sabot
Beginner B Advanced Dinghy
Intermediate
Describe Prior Sailing Experience:
Pricing
Members Non-Members
2-Week Session $350 $425
Session Registration
Members Non-Members Your Cost Session I: Jun 30 – Jul 11 $350 $425
Session II: Jul 14 – Jul 25 $350 $425 Session III: Jul 28 – Aug 7 $350 $425
Discount $105 $125
Tuition Total:
Pick One: I own a boat I require a chartered boat For boat owners:
Type: Name/# Location:
Description: Require Charter:
($50 per session) Session I Session II Session III
Please be aware that loss, misuse or abuse of equipment may result in fines. Junior Affiliate Membership $75
Tuition Boat Charter Jr. Membership Total Payment
Charter Boat Agreement:
If a charter boat is provided to the sailor registrant for use in the program, the following conditions apply to its use:
1. Parent or Guardian are responsible for the boat and to ensure these conditions are met.
2. Boat shall be rigged/de-rigged as directed by the instructor(s).
3. Boat shall be returned to storage or trailer as directed by the instructor(s). 4. Parent or Guardian of the child shall be responsible for any loss of, or damages to the boat and related equipment.
5. Failure to meet any of these use conditions will result in a fee of $100 plus the cost of any loss or damages.
Photograph Release Authorization:
I hereby consent that any photographer or testimonials, which may have been or may be taken by a photographer or writer, may be used by DPYC or DPYCF for the purposes of advertising, promoting or publicity for Dana Point Yacht Club, its associates and affiliates, and Dana Point Youth Charitable Foundation.
SIGNATURE PARENT OR GUARDIAN DATE
TYPED OR PRINTED NAME OF PARENT OR GUARDIAN
Mail to:
ATTN: Junior Program/Michelle Kraus Dana Point Yacht Club
24399 Dana Drive Dana Point, CA 92629
Please direct any questions to juniors@dpyc.org or call (949) 496-2900. We look forward to seeing you on the water!
DANA POINT YACHT CLUB
LIABILITY & MEDICAL RELEASE FORM
CONSENTS, WAIVER OF LIABILITY, ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND INDEMNITY
I am the parent or legal guardian of ________________________ (the child). I request that the child be allowed to participate at all Dana Point Yacht Club junior program activities (collectively, the activities) and consent to such participation. I agree to be bound by the provisions of this document until
Dana Point Yacht Club receives written notice of the cancellation of this consent or until the end of the activities. In return for the child being permitted to take part in the activities and to use the facilities and property of Dana Point Yacht Club and the Dana Point Youth Charitable Foundation, I make the following promises and warrant the truth of the following facts:
1. FAMILIARITY WITH ACTIVITIES, CONDUCT OF CHILD: I am familiar with the programs
included in the activities. I understand officers and employees of any Dana Point Yacht Club are available to discuss the activities if I should wish additional information. I also understand I am solely responsible for the arrival and departure of my child at the beginning and end of each day’s activity. I will not allow my child to remain on the premises of Dana Point Yacht Club after each day’s program without appropriate supervision or the written permission of Dana Point Yacht Club. I agree Dana Point Yacht Club will have no responsibility for the supervision of my child at times other than during the scheduled activities. I will inform my child that he/she is expected to cooperate with and follow the directions of the persons in charge of the activities and to act in a manner
consistent with the spirit of good sportsmanship and respect for the rights of others.
2. HEALTH OF CHILD, ABILITY TO SWIM: My child is in good health, and I know of no reason
why he/she would be incapable of participating in the activities. My child knows how to swim. I will immediately notify the designated Dana Point Yacht Club supervisor, if a change in my child’s health or other condition would affect my child’s ability to participate in the activities.
3. WAIVER OF LIABILITY: I waive and release any right I, my heirs, distributes, guardians, legal
representatives and assigns may have or acquire to make a claim against, sue, attach the property of or prosecute Dana Point Yacht Club, Dana Point Youth Charitable Foundation, and the County of Orange or any of its members, directors, officers, agents, employees and affiliated organizations (collectively, the releasees) for monetary damages caused by injury to or death of my child or damage to the property of my child or myself arising from my child’s participation in the activities and use of the facilities and property of Dana Point Yacht Club, Dana Point Youth Charitable Foundation and the County of Orange, whether or not the injury or damage results from the negligence or other action, except intentional acts, of any of the releasees.
4. ASSUMPTION OF RISK: I am aware that the activities may involve maneuvering a boat, sailboard
or other watercraft on deep waters in potentially hazardous conditions which may include, among other things, strong wind and high waves, sudden and unexpected immersion in deep waters and collisions with other watercraft or stationary objects such as docks, pilings and buoys. With knowledge of the dangers involved, I voluntarily ask that my child be allowed to take part in the
activities. I ACCEPT ANY AND ALL RISKS TO MYSELF AND MY CHILD OF INJURY,
DEATH AND PROPERTY DAMAGE ARISING FROM PARTICIPATION IN THE ACTIVITIES AND THE USE OF THE FACILITIES AND PROPERTY OF THE DANA POINT YACHT CLUB, DANA POINT YOUTH CHARITABLE FOUNDATION AND THE COUNTY OF ORANGE, WHETHER OR NOT CAUSED BY THE NEGLIGENCE OR OTHER ACTION, EXCEPT INTENTIONAL ACTS, OF ANY OF THE RELEASEES.
5. INDEMNITY: I agree to indemnify and hold the releases harmless from any loss, liability, damage or cost, including reasonable attorney’s fees, they may incur due to my child’s participation in the activities and use whether or not such loss, liability, damage or cost results from the negligence or other action, except intentional acts, of any of the releasees.
6. AUTHORIZATION TO CONSENT TO TREATMENT OF A MINOR:
As the parent or guardian of _________________________, I authorize the adult into whose care my minor child has been entrusted to consent to any emergency x-ray, anesthetic, medical or surgical diagnosis or treatment and hospital care which are deemed advisable by, and are to be rendered under the general or direct supervision of any physician licensed under the provision of the Medical Practice Act. I understand that this authorization is given in advance of any specific diagnosis, treatment or hospital care being required but is given to provide authority and power on the part of such an adult to give specific consent to all such diagnosis, treatment or hospital care which he or she in the exercise of his or her best judgment may deem advisable. Neither such a physician, Dana Point Yacht Club, nor any organization involved assumes any financial responsibility for exercising this action.
This authorization is given pursuant to California Family Code 6910 Emergency Contact:
Daytime Phone:
Cell Phone:
Medical Concerns / Known Allergies:
Medical Doctor’s Contact Information: _____________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ Insurance Provider and Insurance Plan or Policy Number: _______________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ I HAVE CAREFULLY READ THIS DOCUMENT AND FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS
CONTENTS. I AM AWARE IT INCLUDES A WAIVER OF LIABILITY, AN ASSUMPTION OF RISK, AND PROMISE BY ME TO INDEMNIFY THE RELEASEES, AND I AGREE TO IT OF MY OWN FREE WILL.
SIGNATURE PARENT OR GUARDIAN DATE
