Youth
Youth sailors & rowers of all levels are welcome, but class sizes are limited, so don’t wait!
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2023 Rigging Day & Opening Day Coming Soon
Kids want to Explore the Waters of Lake Quinsigamond! Our Programs are specially designed for children of all ages and abilities, ensuring a fun and safe learning experience. With limited spaces, be sure to book your child’s spot today. Our Summer Camp and Junior Program will run in small groups of 10 students to 1 instructor, with a maximum of 20 kids per week and per session respectively. And remember, we never want to turn away a child who can swim. Contact us at [email protected] for information on scholarships or with questions!
Sailing
SAILING CAMP
JUNIOR SAILING PROGRAM
Rowing
COMPETITIVE CREW
SUMMER CAMP CREW
Sailing Camp – Ages 7-12
Sailing Camp is for kids aged 7 to 12. It is an amazing program that kids quickly fall in love with! Kids learn the basics of sailing including, boat parts, rigging/derigging, wind direction, points of sail, and water safety while sailing, playing games, swimming and paddling. There are 9 one-week sessions for children ages 7 to 12 who can swim 75 yards and tread water for 3 minutes. Many of our campers enjoy their experience so much they sign up for multiple weeks. This program is designed to help children develop sailing skills while building confidence on & off the water.
The biggest complement:
“My child is never interested in learning and wants to stay up all night. After the sailing camp started, my child couldn’t stop talking about what they learned. Last night they were asleep without me asking, then they were ready to go back and learn more.”
It’s stories like this that inspire and drive the staff here at Regatta Point to do their very best for every child.
Working in small groups, participants also learn about responsibility and collaboration, while experiencing the practical applications of science and mathematics. Because the study of sailing can be a lifelong process, our young sailors are able to challenge themselves, setting and moving towards their own goals.
Prices, Dates, & Times
Camp Week $495
Space is LIMITED:
9 weeks of summer sailing for 2023
- Week 1 – June 19 to June 23
- Week 2 – June 26 to June 30
- Week 3 – July 3 to July 7, No camp July 4th – Special Price
- Week 4 – July 10 to July 14
- Week 5 – July 17 to July 21
- Week 6 – July 24 to July 28
- Week 7 – July 31 to August 4
- Week 8 – August 7 to August 11
- Week 9 – August 14 to August 19
Our Typical Day
- 8:45 – arrival and boathouse chores
- 9:00 – sailing instruction
- 10:30 – sailing practice
- 11:30 – swimming
- 12:00 – lunch
- 1:00 – collaborative games
- 1:30 – sailing instruction
- 2:00 – sailing practice
- 3:30 – clean up
- 4:00 – headed home!
FRIDAYS – SAILING WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS 2:30 – 4 PM
Curriculum
Sailing skills – the RPCS Summer Camp curriculum helps young sailors develop safe sailing skills. Working with small groups, trained instructors deliver brief classroom sessions, perform demonstrations, and supervise on water practice sessions.
- Sailing and Boating Safety
- Nautical Terminology
- Knots and Splicing
- Care of boats and equipment
- Rigging and derigging
- Observing wind and weather conditions
- Points of Sail
- Sailing Team roles and tasks
- Racing
- Kayaking
- Stand Up Paddle Boarding
- Swimming
Responsibility and Collaboration – Sailing is primarily a team effort. From rigging to racing, success depends upon working and learning together. While our staff is always available to assist, we frequently take a support role, allowing our campers the enjoyment of teaching and learning from each other. Our boats and facility require significant upkeep. Campers are responsible for keeping the boats and facility neat and clean. We share the water and shore with many other recreational users. Campers learn to respect others’ rights and to cooperate to ensure everyone’s enjoyment of our resources.
Science and Mathematics – Sailing, particularly sailing upwind, is a scientific endeavor. The sail is shaped to create an airfoil, similar to an airplane wing, which in turn creates a vacuum, pulling the sailboat upwind. While it is not necessary to understand this principle in early stages of the learning process, it is experienced from the very first day on the water. Size and shape of both the sail and the boat, combined with sailing skills, determine ultimate performance. As sailors work to improve their results, they become immersed in the practical application of physics, including mass, force, leverage, machines, mathematics, algebra, and geometry. Because the need to know is established first, this learning experience is powerful and long lasting.
Swimming Requirements
Participants must be 9 years of age by the start date of the program. You must sign off that your child is able to swim 75 yards and tread water for 3 minutes. A swimming test will be given on the first day. If you are unsure, seek a local agency like the YMCA for a swim test or lessons.
Junior Sailing Program – Ages 13-17
The Junior Program is designed to teach sailing, build character and provide a safe learning environment for kids aged 13 – 17. This program allows kids much more freedom than a traditional camp. Kids have the freedom to sign themselves out for lunch, sailing a larger portion of the lake and use high performance equipment. As a matter of fact, one parent was so amazed and said this:
“My child would never leave their cell phone behind, it was always glued to their hip. Here at Regatta Point, they never have it on them. It’s great to see the kids interacting with each other rather than a phone.”
Competitive Crew – Age 12+
2023 Spring Competitive Crew
Welcome to Lake Quinsigamond Community Rowing (LQCR) Youth Competitive Rowing, where we set an unparalleled standard for personal and physical development. Our program is designed to teach the art of rowing while developing life-long skills of accountability, leadership, and teamwork.
This program is designed for experienced rowers and scullers as well as beginners (novices) in the Greater Worcester Area. The program focuses on training young rowers to compete in regattas, providing them with the skills and experience necessary to excel on the water. Varsity and Novice Athletes will be rowing in singles, doubles and quads, practicing toward our spring races. Our team focuses on sculling but also has sweep equipment. This program is for any student in grades 7 through 12.
Our Competitive Program is the perfect starting point for all rowers with no competitive racing experience. Novice athletes train and work towards individual and team goals throughout the season. The Novice team prepares athletes for the Varsity Competitive Program.
Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity for your middle or high schooler. Learn more about our programs and register soon! Spots are limited and fill up fast!
Rowing Summer Camp – age 12+
Join us for an exciting and fun-filled summer camp experience with Regatta Point! Our rowing summer camp is perfect for high school teens who want row, keep fit, and spend time on the water.
With three levels of rowing offered this year, there is something for everyone.
- Learn to Row
- Skills Development
- Competitive Rowing
Our hands-on approach ensures that all rowers receive personalized attention, and we guarantee that everyone will have a blast on the water while developing their stroke.
Don’t miss this opportunity to join our rowing summer camp and experience the excitement of rowing on beautiful Lake Quinsigamond. Sign up now and discover the joy of rowing while having fun and making new friends.