Vancouver Lake Sailing Club
promoting sailing and racing of one-design centerboard boats since 1967
Vancouver Lake Sailing School
[2010 Class Schedule] [Student/Parent Check List] [Class Registration Form]

(We are currently creating a class schedule for the month of August
it will be posted here soon!)

2010 Sailing School Season
VLSC is proud to offer an expanded Sailing School Program for 2010. This year's program will offer a total of 16 class sessions in two age categories: Junior (8-12 years) and Youth/Adult (13+). Classes will cover a range of skill levels, from basic Level 1 training through advanced Level 3, including an introduction to sailboat racing (Level 2+).

All classes will be taught in a fun and safe manner by US Sailing-certified instructors. Classes will have 20 hours of instruction time, conducted both on land and on the water. Junior classes will have a maximum enrollment of 8 students per session, and the Youth/Adult classes will have a maximum enrollment of 10 students per session. The cost is $200.00 per student, per session. The schedule for the classes is shown below and can also be found on our website calendar.

The objectives of all Level 1 classes are to give the students the theory and practical skills necessary to:

  • rig your boat for launching
  • safely launch your boat
  • sail your boat both upwind, downwind and perform basic maneuvers
  • dock and retrieve your boat
  • basic boat care and maintenance

This year's program
Youth and adult lessons begin in May and will be taught using the club's Flying Juniors. The FJ is a 2-person boat and is a longtime training boat of choice for most sailing schools. The 2010 program offers Level 1 and 2 training for youth and adult sailors. Both weekday, weekend and evening classes are available.

Junior lessons begin in May. Lessons will be taught using the club's Open Bic sailboats. The 2010 program offers Level 1 through Level 3 training for junior sailors. Both weekday and weekend classes are available.

How to sign up for sailing classes:
  • Select a class session (see schedule below)

    Level 2 & 3 classes build upon the skills learned in Level 1 classes. Students must complete the previous level before participating in the next class.

  • Fill out, sign, and mail in a Class Registration Form and payment to:
    VLSC - c/o David Collins
    3108 SE Kelvin St.
    Milwaukie, OR 97222
    (make checks payable to 'VLSC')
    The registration must be signed and returned to VLSC with payment in order to secure a class registration

  • Fill out, sign, and mail in a VLSC Sailing Class Liability Waiver Form:

    For students who are minors:
    [Minor VLSC 2010 Sailing School Liability Waiver Form]

    For students who are 18 years old or over:
    [Adult VLSC 2010 Sailing School Liability Waiver Form]

    A signed waiver form must be provided to VLSC before a student may participate in Sailing Classes.

  • View and print the Student/Parent Check List for information about how to dress for classes, what to bring to class each day, and information for parents about dropping off and picking up students.

  • Class sizes are limited, so to reserve your spot immediately, use the [Submit] button at the bottom of the online registration form to log your encrypted registration immediately. You must still print out, sign, & mail in the registration with payment, but mail-only applications will not be recorded until we receive the mailing.

2010 VLSC Sailing Class Schedule:

Youth/Adult Classes
Each class includes 20 hours of instruction for students 13 years and older. Classes sailed in Flying Juniors.

Youth/Adult Level 1 Classes:
Dates Time
May 3, 6, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27  Mon & Thurs (6:30pm-9:30pm)
Week of June 21 - 25  Afternoons (2pm-6pm)
Week of July 5 - 9  Afternoons (2pm-6pm)
Youth/Adult Level 2 Classes:
Dates Time
June 3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24  Mon & Thurs Evenings (6:30pm-9:30pm)
July 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21  Mon & Wed Evenings (6:00pm-9:30pm)
July 10, 11, 17, 18  Sat & Sun (12pm-5:00pm)

[Class Registration Form]

Junior Classes
Each class includes 20 hours of instruction for students 8-12 years old. Classes sailed in Open Bics.

Junior Level 1 Classes:
Dates Time
May 1, 8, 15, 22  Saturdays (12pm-5:00pm)
Week of June 28 - July 2  Mornings (9am-1pm) * FULL
Week of July 5 - 9  Mornings (9am-1pm) * FULL
Week of July 19 - 23  Mornings (9am-1pm)
Junior Level 2 Classes:
Dates Time
Week of July 12 - 16  Mornings (9am-1pm)
Week of July 19 - 23  Afternoons (2pm-6pm)
Junior Level 3 Classes:
Dates Time
Week of June 28 - July 2  Afternoons (2pm-6pm)
Week of July 12 - 16  Afternoons (2pm-6pm)

[Class Registration Form]

Who Can Enroll
These classes are offered to members of other sailing clubs and the general public. Because enrollment is limited, we encouraged people to enroll as early as possible. Students should complete all lower level classes before taking higher level classes. Students must know how to swim.

For More Information
Contact David Collins, Sailing School Director, at 503-313-5356 or sailingschool@vlsc.org.


[Minor student Class Waiver Form (.pdf)]
[Adult student Class Waiver Form (.pdf)]
(Both the registration form AND a waiver form must be signed and returned with payment to VLSC)

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