Southwestern Yacht Club runs a junior sailing program on San Diego Bay with classes offered year-round and as a dedicated Summer Sailing Program. Levels span beginner to advanced, sailing Naples Sabots, O'Pen Skiffs, Lasers and Laser Radials, CFJs, Club 420s and a J-24; families who do not own a boat can charter one from the club's fleets. The program includes a junior race team, and the club's wider youth offering also covers fishing and cruising.
Camps
| Camp | Dates | Ages | Price | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full-day sailing classes (Sabots, O'Pen Skiff, Double Handed, Adventure Sailing) - Session 19:00am – 4:30pmRegister → | Jun 8 – Jun 19, 2026 | 8–17 | $995 | Past season |
| Starfish Sailing 06/089:00am – 12:00pmRegister → | Jun 8 – Jun 12, 2026 | 5–7 | $520 | Past season |
| Seaside Sitters afternoon care 06/0812:00pm – 4:00pmRegister → | Jun 8 – Jun 12, 2026 | 5–7 | $400 | Past season |
Price (Early/Standard): $855 / $995; covers Beginning & Intermediate Sabots, O'Pen Skiff, Sabot Learn to Race, Beginning & Double Handed Sailing, Double Handed Racing and Adventure Sailing; boats provided; lunch $13/day optional
Price (Early/Standard): $395 / $520. Early is the member early-bird rate; Standard is the non-member rate in effect from April 1. No previous experience required.
Price (Early/Standard): $300 / $400. Afternoon care for registered Starfish Sailors.
Price (Early/Standard): $370 / $545. Must be at least 7 years old, no previous experience required.
Price (Early/Standard): $855 / $985 - printed as $985 where Sessions 1-3 read $995, transcribed as printed; covers Beginning & Intermediate Sabots, O'Pen Skiff, Sabot Learn to Race, Beginning & Double Handed Sailing, Double Handed Racing and Adventure Sailing; boats provided; lunch $13/day optional
Price (Early/Standard): $430 / $490 (5 Days); covers Beginning & Intermediate Sabots, O'Pen Skiff, Sabot Learn to Race, Beginning & Double Handed Sailing, Double Handed Racing and Adventure Sailing; boats provided; lunch $13/day optional
Availability shown as of Aug 8, 2026.
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 Southwestern Yacht Club directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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★★★★★Darius AshtonSouthwestern Yacht Club is incredibly welcoming — the people are kind, friendly, and make you feel at home right away. The junior Sabot program is fantastic, and the sunken bar area is beautiful and full of character. Great members, great atmosphere, and truly a home away from home. Highly recommend looking into joining if you want a place that feels like family. ⛵️💙
★★★★★Cordo BordoThe Southwestern Yacht Club is a nice spot with a welcoming vibe, marina views and good facilities. The atmosphere feels relaxed, with friendly staff and well-kept docks. It’s popular for social gatherings, sailing events and casual dining, overall a pleasant coastal experience.
★★★★★David NguyenThe members here are wonderful. I came down to pick up a large kayak (21'). A member that I did not know saw that I could use a hand and jumped in to help lift it onto the top of my car which turned out to be very helpful. Thank you!
★★★★★Jamie ThompsonThey have a food menu and a full bar and staff to operate all of this so you don’t feel like you’re being ignored. fire pits with service and outside set up bar.
★★★★★David DemangosA buddy of mine had a boat slip here recently. He invited us for dinner, this place is ultra clean and a perfect spot for weddings etc.