WHAT DO THE CHILDREN HAVE TO BRING WITH THEM?
Sailors need to bring closed-toe shoes (e.g. tennis shoes, Crocs, neoprene sailing boots), not flip-flops; a properly-fitting Coast Guard Approved life jacket; sunscreen; mask and a water bottle. It is also recommended that sailors bring a towel, snack, and change of clothes. Please label all items so that they return to the same home they came from.
ARE THE STUDENTS REQUIRED TO PASS A SWIM CHECK?
Sailors will need to pass a short swim check on their first day. This is done at the Crocker Park float. It is to make sure sailors are comfortable and safe in the water. Sailors will need to swim twenty yards and tread water without a lifejacket. Make sure your child comes to the first day of sailing wearing a bathing suit and has a towel and that your child is prepared to swim in the harbor.
HOW LONG CAN MY CHILD STAY AT THE BYC FACILITIES?
Please be on time dropping off in the morning and be prompt picking up at the end of the session. We cannot offer supervision outside of our normal class times. Running late or absent for the day? Email [email protected] if your child will be late getting dropped off or picked up, so that the instructor can be informed. Please note that there are no provisions for lunches, snacks, or supervision between morning and afternoon sessions.
CAN I SIGN UP MY CHILD FOR PRIVATE LESSONS?
Contact the Sailing Administrator at [email protected]
$59/hour for first student in boat, $16/hour per additional person in boat.
WHAT IF I HAVE A QUESTION, CONCERN OR SUGGESTION?
Any question should be addressed directly to the Sailing Administrator who will be available Monday through Thursday from 8:00am to 5:00pm. Email is the primary and preferred method of communication: [email protected] The sailing office has a phone with voicemail that can be reached via the front desk at the BYC (781) 631-3100. If you have an emergency and need to reach someone immediately please call the SD at 513-709-2005 The BYC's sailing committee can be reached at [email protected]
WHAT DOES PARENT INVOLVEMENT LOOK LIKE?
We have a parent orientation on the Thursday evening before the summer program begins where you will meet the sailing staff, learn about what a day on the water will be like, and review safety routines; please plan to attend. While your child is on the water there are great parks all over Marblehead where you may be able to view your sailor in the harbor. Crocker Park, Chandler Hovey Lighthouse, and Fort Sewall are just a few!
ARE THERE ANY FAMILY ACTIVITIES
The Family barbeque is open to any sailors, their siblings and parents who have participated and takes place on the last Thursday afternoon of each session. Sailors have free access to the grill, but other family member are welcome to join to cookout, the bbq is a cash-only event for non-sailors. The celebration is followed by an informal ceremony where awards and certificates are presented This is always a huge hit in the past, don't miss out!
WHAT ABOUT INCLEMENT WEATHER?
We will always put safety first at BYC, but will not cancel for inclement weather. We always monitor the weather in addition to all instructors being trained to run safe, fun classes. We will hold class inside in the case of thunderstorms, but will sail in most other weather. Come prepared!
MAY I BRING A FRIEND TO CLASS?
Sorry, for safety reasons, guests may not participate in classes.
WILL THERE BE ACTIVITIES OTHER THAN SAILING?
Although the primary purpose of the program is to foster the love of sailing, at times it is appropriate to have some other local sailing-related activity at the discretion of the Sailing Administrator.
STUDENTS MISSING CLASS
Email is the primary and preferred method: [email protected]. Inform the Sailing Administrator if your child will be missing a class before the class begins for the day. There are no make-ups for absences.
SNOW DAYS/SCHOOL CALENDAR
In the event that the school year is extended due to snow days, any missed sailing days at the beginning of the program will be made up on Fridays.