Dunedin Youth Sailing Spring 2027 Registration

Dunedin Youth Sailing Spring 2027 sailing classes will be offered on Sundays starting February 28, 2027 for 9 classes-7 core classes and 2 bonus classes. The 2 bonus classes may be used as make-up days for either absences or cancelation of a core class. Registration fee is $450. Location is Dunedin Community Sailing Center 49 Marina Plaza, Dunedin, FL. DYSA will host the Dunedin Cup Small Boat Regatta: March 13 and 14, 2027. Class descriptions, class times class schedule and suggested gear is listed below.

Class size is limited to 10 PAID students each class. Any additional students or students with unpaid fees will be put on a Waitlist and that student will not be considered registered for the class. Placement on a Waitlist does not guarantee placement in the class. Payment is DUE AT TIME OF REGISTRATION.

Please note: DYSA at any time may change time of class, coach, and/or your child's class selection based on student's ability as determined by the coaches. Parents are sent notification by email smand Remind.

PARENT VOLUNTEERS: DYSA is a voluteer organization. Parents are expected to voluteer in some capacity: any and all help is appreciated. Parent volunteers that voluteered a minimum of 6 classes during Spring 2027 and completed Parent Voluteer Form will receive a $50 discount for Fall 2027.

CLASS DESCRIPTIONS:

(1) EXPLORING SAILING (OPPIs): For all new to sailing or in need of more experience, this class explores the art of sailing through hands on experiences with a focus on developing a love for the lifelong sport of sailing. Youth sailors will become familiar with rigging the sailboat, points of sail, wind direction and water safety. This class is for beginners and returning sailors that wish to review the basics of sailing. Ages 8 to 13. Time: 10:00am-1:00pm.

(2) OPTI GREEN TEAM (EXPLORING GREEN FLEET-IODs): Newer sailors that wish to hone their skipper skills. This class builds on the basics previously learned. Perfect for returning sailors. Prerequisite: Must be comfortable sailing upwind and have sailed previously with DYSA*. Ages 8 to 13. Time: 9:00am-12:00pm.

(3) OPTI FLEET RACING (IODs): Focus on OPTI racing skills and rules for experienced OPTI sailors. Prerequisite: Have previously sailed with DYSA or have racing experience*. Ages 8 to 13. Time: 9:00a-12noon.

PLEASE NOTE: Adult/Teen Windsurfing and Adult/Teen Learn to Sail 420s classes are under separate registrations. Students over the age of 13 years old in at least 8th grade with sailing experience should also consider the High School Practice Program on Sunday afternoon. HS Practice under separate registration.

*Students will be placed in class appropriate to ability to complete swim test and their sailing ability. Sailing ability and class placement as determined by the coach of the class.

GEAR: PFD with a whistle, closed-toe water shoes, hat, sunglasses, sunblock, and water clothes. Drinking water, snack, towel and dry clothes are highly suggested. Additionally wetsuits may be necessary when air and water temperature warrant.

DYSA YOUTH SAILING SPRING 2027 SESSION.

CORE CLASS DATES

1. 2/28

2. 3/7

3/13 & 3/14 Dunedin Cup Regatta

3. 3/21

3/28 Easter – no class

4. 4/4

5. 4/11

6. 4/18

7. 4/25

2 BONUS CLASS DATES

8. 5/2

5/9 Mother’s Day – no class

9. 5/16