Question 1

What do sailors need to bring?

Accepted Answer

Anything they need to be in, out, and on the water for the day!

Essentials for all lessons:
- A USCG approved life jacket
- Water compatible shoes
- Sunscreen
- Sun protection (think sleeves, hat, and sunglasses)
- Dress for the weather
- Water bottle

+ Youth Camps:
- Swim suit
- Towel
- Spare Clothes
- Warm layers
- Rain jacket or spray gear
- snacks

+ Full Day Classes:
- Bag lunch (full day courses)

Not recommended:
Expensive electronics
Toys
Candy

Question 2

How can I help?

Accepted Answer

Volunteering is a huge piece of the sailing community and is essential both to its success and its best feature – its community! Volunteering takes three main forms: Organization, Events, and Housing. If you’re able to volunteer, please take note of our weekly update emails and needs, or check out our volunteer listings for our needs! Some seasons have different needs based on the events we’re hosting or traveling to. And remember, we can’t do it without you!

Question 3

Where do I park? Where do I drop-off / pick-up?

Accepted Answer

Please review the map below before arriving!

Limited parking is available directly adjacent to our building. For summer camps and instructional programming, most camps DO NOT drop off or pick up at our building. Adults, adaptive sailors, race students transporting themselves, HS students, and evening lessons may utilize this parking when available.

Updated specific information may be sent the week prior to your session should adjustments be needed.

Question 4

What can scholarship funds be used for?

Accepted Answer

Scholarship funds are generally only available for covering main course fees. If you select a racing course (Like HS or summer race teams) we're happy to provide support, but we are not able to cover individual costs and entry fees to external events. We'd be happy to discuss options. Get in touch!

Question 5

Extended Drop Off/Pick up Hours

Accepted Answer

Need to drop off early or pick up late? Sign up for extended hours while registering. 
Early drop off begins at 8:15am.
Late pick up for full days ends at 4:45pm.
Late pick up for half days ends at noon.

Question 6

Are scholarships available?

Accepted Answer

Scholarships are available for both outreach groups and individuals on a first come first serve basis. Please submit an application before registering and we’ll get back to you right away. We strive to make attendence possible for all our courses. Please submit an application before registering!  Often we ask for a small copay to ensure scholarships are used and attended.

Question 7

What happens on rainy or stormy days?

Accepted Answer

Rain by itself doesn’t stop us from sailing, so dress and be prepared!

If we have lightning, severe wind, or inclement weather we will enact our severe weather plan or cancel class. This may include moving to tornado shelters if necessary. Our program continually monitors weather throughout the day to make sure your student is safe.

WEATHER CANCELLATIONS
Due to limited site capacity indoors, classes may be cancelled preemptively for days when sheltering indoors may be necessary. This decision will be made at the exclusive direction of the Executive Director. Class cancellations will be issued on the following stoplight system:

1. RED LIGHT WEATHER indicates class cancellation will be or has been made. Calls, emails, and texts will be sent to email on file.

2. YELLOW LIGHT WEATHER indicates unstable weather and only students that can be picked up within 1 hour of an unscheduled weather cancellation will be allowed to participate. Be ready for a potential RED LIGHT.

3. GREEN LIGHT WEATHER indicates there is no expected cancellation.

Question 8

Is there a good place for me to stay and watch my child?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! Each class is a bit different in timing, placement, and student needs due to weather and class composition.

In general, one hour before pickup is normally a great time to arrive early and watch from your car, or outside the designated site boundary. The public dock on Arlington circle is frequently the best place! Please do not interact with students or the class. Staying out of view keeps our studens on track!

If you’re interested in viewing your student during class, please reach out to your instructors. Staff are happy to accommodate requests and can suggest times and places to view from that will help you see the action while minimizing any potential for distraction.

Weekly we do our best to provide a flyby opportunity to see your kids sailing from the dock. Keep an eye on your email for times and locations!

Question 9

Where is Wayzata Sailing located?

Accepted Answer

Our instruction and sailing site is located at 456 Arlington Circle South, Wayzata, MN 55391.

Our mailing address is P.O. Box 768, Wayzata, MN 55391

Question 10

Are boats provided?

Accepted Answer

Boats are provided for all camp and adventure classes.

However, in some racing classes you may see a class split into two registration pools. For example, our Laser racing class is split into “(BYO Laser)” or “(WS Laser)”. This means a class has a sign-up for the provided boats (WS Laser) and a sign-up for those that need to provide their own (BYO Laser).

If you’re passionate and progressing we always suggest that you consider purchasing your own boat. This not only speeds up your learning but opens our equipment back up for new folks!

Question 11

Do I need to be able to swim to attend?

Accepted Answer

Because your child will not be in or around water at any time without a properly secured life jacket, we do not require unassisted swimming skills. For sailing safety, we do require that your child be comfortable around the water and with swimming at least 40 yards in their life jacket.

Question 12

Where do I find racing/event information?

Accepted Answer

Information regarding the structure of events is linked fairly directly to which race class or session you're registered for!

For High School programs: Dockside
For Summer Race programs: Summer Dockside
For Tuesday Night programs: Summer Dockside
For College programs: Please contact your team leaders directly.

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