St Augustine Yacht Club Sailing Center Digital Brochure

St. Augustine Yacht Club

Sailing Center

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Welcome Aboard

Opti & 420 sail team boats on Salt Run underneath the St. Augustine lighthouse

Welcome to The St. Augustine Yacht Club Sailing Center Since 1873 the St. Augustine Yacht Club has provided a place for sailing lessons and sail team sports for both adults and youth. Today the purpose of the SAYC is the same as it was in 1873, to promote boating and water related activities.

SAYC’s burgee, a white fortress on a red field, flies aboard all members yachts and high above the clubhouse of one of the oldest yacht clubs in America.

Since 2012, SAYC Sailing Center has offered on-water instruction to local youth and has grown into a multifaceted program. The SAYC Sailing Center offers youth aged 8-17 sailing summer camps and a SAYC Sailing Center Sail Team.

Development clinics during the summer, spring, and fall are offered for those who have attended camp or who have an interest in furthering their sailing skills. Racing clinics for adults are offered throughout the year.

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The SAYC offers Sail Team Associate Membership, which is a seasonal membership that offers families a chance to join the club for the period of time in which their child is a member of the SAYC Sail Team. With this associate membership, you and your family are entitled to the Use of SAYC Clubhouse, facilities, parking lot, and fleet.

Wednesday evening casual dining, Friday Night Social events, and other Yacht Club social events.

The location of the SAYC sailing center is breathtaking, overlooking Salt Run beneath the St. Augustine Lighthouse and located along the eastern shore of Anastasia Island. The historic St. Augustine lighthouse creates a picture-perfect back drop as you are sailing through the inlet.

We are looking forward to seeing you soon!

Our Leadership Marissa Burrier Sail Director & Race Coach

Marissa was raised in the St. Augustine area and has been on the water since a very young age.

Shas been apart of the SAYC serving as an adult sailing instructor and also as a coach for the youth sailing team. Marissa has a natural ability to coach the youth at the St. Augustine Sailing Center, which has led the team to win national titles. Marissa’s goals for every sailor are to achieve optimum success and to be able to compete at the Junior Olympic level. When Marissa is not coaching, you can find her being the captain of her own sailboat and sailing to the Bahamas for fun or participating in local and national sailing races.

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Summer Camp Youth Sailing

We have an established Summer Sail Camp program that is open to all children ages 8 - 17.

The camp is designed to both introduce the basics of sailing and seamanship and build on existing sailing skills. From adventure to racing, your child will take on the water each day and command their own boats.

Monday-Friday 9:00 am to 3:00 pm There are three levels to choose from based on age and experience.

Why Choose Sailing Camp

Sailing teaches self-confidence, work ethic, spatial awareness, weather knowledge, teamwork, engineering, history, and patience are just a few of the many benefits sailing brings. Unplugging and adventuring is a must for all. Give your child a lifelong skill set and be amazed at how they grow.

Consider sending your child to SAYC Sailing Center Camp this summer!

Optimist Pram, Level 1 (Beginner) *Ages 8 & 9 Optimist Pram, Level 1 (Beginner) *Ages 10, 11 & 12 Optimist Pram, Level 2 (Intermediate-Adv) *Ages 8-12 Club 420 (Beginner - Advanced) *Ages 13-17

Sail Camp graduation day

2021 Camp Fees

Non-Member rate $310 per sailor for one week $260/week, per additional child, non-member SAYC Member rate $250 per sailor for one week $210/week, per additional child, SAYC members Coach Marissa teaching the campers about sailing strategies

*Prices are subject to change

Led by US Sailing Certified Instructors, the SAYC Sailing Center Camp is not only affordable, but is the most fun and educational experiece for youth in our community. Teaching a child to sail is to give them a gift for life. Sign up on the saycsc.org website today to reserve a spot for your child this summer.

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Youth Sail Team Team Mission

Multiple Team Offerings

Team Goals

Regattas

To encourage all Sailors to strive to for excellence both on and off the water, while having fun and being a team player. SAYC Sail Team emphasizes sportsmanship, teamwork, self-discipline, and personal character to produce well-rounded athletes and foster a team spirit.

The goal for the SAYC Sail Teams is to practice, train, and compete with integrity and sportsmanship. Individual teams will have the opportunity to set both personal and team goals and will work together to further their skills on the water. This is all to be accomplished while respecting the values and ethics of our sport and developing and displaying an understanding of the Corinthian Spirit.

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SAYC has an established team with multiple offerings: • Development Team • Opti Green Team • Opti Advanced Team • 420 Team As a member of the SAYC race team your child will participate in 3-5 regattas per season.

Each sailor is responsible for all regatta entry fees and the cost to travel for out of town regattas. SAYC hosts one regatta per season, the Nights of Lights Regatta in the fall, and the Wendy Thompson Memorial Regatta in the spring. The Sailing Center ends each season with a family fun day at the St. Augustine Yacht Club.

Opti Racing

420 Racing

Hiking during the Sarasota Regatta

420 Sail Team practice

Opti team ready for the Regatta to begin

420 teammates during a Sunday practice in Salt Run

SAYC Opti Green Regatta racing

Winter 420 Sail Team practice in Salt Run

Opti Sail Team practice in Salt Run

Lake Eustis Winter Regatta

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Adult Sailing Adult Sailing Lessons

Adult classes accommodate those who are new to sailing as well as those trying to improve their skills. Our coaches provide opportunities to develop the skills and confidence necessary for the sport of sailing. The clinics are designed to be consistent and repeatable. They are led by SAYC US Sailing Certified Instructors & Coaches. All clinic participants will learn to sail on the Club 420 sailboat. Regardless of age, ability, or limitation, sailing has something for everyone. The Learn to Sail program was created to provide skill-based clinics for teaching adults how to sail, as well as fine-tuning their basic sailing skills.

For rates and availability, please contact the sail director.

Classroom group sail instruction clinic

The Club Offers:

• Beginners • Intermediate • Advanced & U.S. Sailing Certification The three levels of classes are based on experience and built for someone to participate and progress to the next level boat. We offer a Learn to Sail clinic on the flying Scot and the Hobie Cat throughout the year.

In addition to clinics, we also offer private lessons.

Learn at your own pace or with your personalized focus. We can tailor the lessons to your needs.

Learn to sail clinic water instruction.

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SAYC boat launch site on Salt Run

Grants & Scholarships

Florida Sailing Association Youth Regatta Entry Fee Reimbursement Grant Requirements: • Sailors must be 18 years or younger.

• Sailor’s yacht club or sailing center must be a current member of the Florida Sailing Association.

• The regatta related to the request must be a Florida event, or a championship regatta.

• The grant request consists of two parts: (1) the application is submitted prior to the regatta for which reimbursement is requested, and (2) the applicant emails/mails a copy of the results to FSA to complete the grant requirements.

We believe no child should be denied access to our programs due to financial need.

Scholarships and grants are available upon request. Please reach out to the Sail Director to inquire about our scholarship program.

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442 Ocean Vista Avenue | St. Augustine, FL 32080 (904) 643-2243 | saycsc.com St. Augustine Yacht Club Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization