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Developement - Learn to Sail
NCCP Approval Process Handout
CBET Presentation CYA APC 2007
The Learn to Sail Program promotes the growth of safe and fun small-boat sailing throughout BC and offers CYA Coach programs. Books and instructional information are available from BC Sailing (see merchandise).
The CYA Learn to Sail program has changed over the past couple of years to reflect new knowledge in athlete development, both for competition and recreation. The new LTS program includes Wet Feet and Optimist programs for younger sailors, and encourages sailing as a life-long sport.
For a list of member clubs and schools, please see Member Schools.
Learn to Sail Programs
| Wet Feet |
Introduction to boating and water safety for 4 to 7 year olds. |
| Optimist Level 1 |
Introduction to basic sailing for 8 to 12 year olds, taught in an Optimist. |
| Optimist Level 2 | Building on the skills from Optimist Level 1, with an emphasis on speed and safety. For ages 9 to 13. |
| White Sail I |
Introduction to seamanship, safety and crewing in winds of 8-15km/h. |
| White Sail II |
More seamanship, terminology and helming in winds of 8-15km/h. |
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Sailing with confidence, competence and safety in winds of 8-15km/h. |
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| Bronze IV |
Sailing with confidence, competence and safety in winds of 15-25km/h. |
| Bronze V |
Boat maintenance, spinnaker and trapeze. |
| Silver Sail VI and Learn to Race |
Introduction to racing. |
| Gold Sail VII |
Advanced racing. |
