Nonprofit community sailing program on Irondequoit Bay offering hands-on classes for kids and teens ages 8-17, taught by US Sailing-certified instructors and junior counselors in Pram dinghies, Sunfish and JY15s. Youth Beginner covers rigging, steering, tacking, gybing, reading the wind and capsize recovery through games and teamwork, with intermediate, Bridge to Racing and race clinic levels above it. Families choose half-day sessions (8:30 a.m.-12 p.m. or 1-4:30 p.m., $235/week) or full-day (8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., $420/week); classes are kept small and boats and gear are provided. Financial assistance is available through the organization's scholarship fund, and teens 14-16 can join a Counselor in Training leadership track.
The practical details
We list only what the camp itself publishes, and programs change — dates, prices, ages and availability can all move after we check. Confirm the details on the camp’s own website and contact ROC City Sailing directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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★★★★★Dr. Heather FeinmanThe sailing program for Kids is incredible!!! This family friendly environment is phenomenal and such a gem of Rochester
★★★★★Aruna RichardThe club is welcoming and friendly. Our instructor was great! He's patient and explains what to do clearly. I'm really looking forward to my next time out!!
★★★★★Dan A