Junior Sailing Programs at WYC

BEGINNING + INTERMEDIATE + ADVANCED

Fun, Safe Sailing on Westlake Lake

Westlake Yacht Club operates a comprehensive Junior Sailing Program for young adults ages 9 to 18 that includes a summer sailing academy, regatta participation at WYC and other yacht clubs, as well as family sailing.

Our mission is to support junior sailors as they experience the joy of sailing, the development of their skills, and their growth as Corinthian sailors.

Our goal is to promote sportsmanship and teamwork among all our sailors. We are dedicated to developing sailors who will enjoy the excitement and challenge of sailing throughout their lives.

Westlake Yacht Club supports the Junior Sailing Program for all members and non-members. The Junior Activities Committee is responsible for organizing, supervising, and directing the junior training program. The Club is committed to teaching sailing, focusing on fundamentals of safety and fun with supervision and encouragement.

YEAR ROUND SAILING PROGRAMS

SAILING ACADEMY RACE & LEADERSHIP TEAM RECREATIONAL SAILING CLUB & TRAVEL REGATTAS

BEGINNING + INTERMEDIATE + ADVANCED

Summer Sailing Academy

Ages 9-18 Welcome

S/C Bob Amenta directs and oversees the program, culture, curriculum, and growth. Westlake Yacht Club earned the Junior Sailing Program of the year from the Pacific Coast Yachting Association. Junior Sailing is headed by the Rear Commodore and assisted by Junior Sailing Advisors, S/C Melessa Lee and S/C Howard Brenner.

US Sailing Certified Instructors
CPR, First Aid & Water Safety Qualified
Covers Sailing, Rigging, Docking & Racing
Classroom Instruction & Supervised Sailing
Weekly Sessions - June 9 to August 15
5 Advanced Race Sessions Included

$450/session
Members Children/Grandchildren
$500/session
Non-Members (single session)
$475/session
Non-Members
(multiple sessions)

REGISTER FOR PROGRAM

PROGRAM & SESSION DETAILS

Cancellation fee may apply. Contact us for further information.

The Westlake Nautical Foundation sponsors a limited number of scholarships based on financial need. APPLY HERE

Ask Us About Our Wet Wednesday BBQ & Happy Hour

BEGINNING + INTERMEDIATE + ADVANCED

Summer Sailing Academy

Ages 9-18 Welcome

The 2025 Summer Sailing Academy sessions have ended. Our 2026 sessions will be open for registration in May. For further information contact the Junior Sailing Advisors, S/C Melessa Lee and S/C Howard Brenner.

US Sailing Certified Instructors
CPR, First Aid & Water Safety Qualified
Covers Sailing, Rigging, Docking & Racing
Classroom Instruction & Supervised Sailing
Weekly Sessions - TBA
5 Advanced Race Sessions Included

PROGRAM & SESSION DETAILS

SAILING ACADEMY STAFF

The Right Sailboat for Each Sailor

RS Teras

18 RS Teras — A great boat for beginners through advanced junior sailors. Minimum weight is 60 lbs.

Lasers

9 Lasers — Great for sailors who have mastered the dinghy class or for adult training. Minimum sailor weight 100 lbs.

CFJ

4 CFJs for those ready for 2 person sailing. Great for intermediate to advanced team sailing. Minimum weight 100 lbs. per person

RS Zest

1 Zest boat for the very tall beginner or adult wanting to sail a comfortable and very stable boat. Minimum weight 80 lbs.

REGATTAS

Westlake Yacht Club conducts a regatta almost every month of the year.

All regattas are open to WYC qualified sailors and sailors from other SCYA yacht clubs.

REGATTA SCHEDULE & RESULTS

Junior Sailing Instructors

US Sailing Certified

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Tommy

Lead Coach

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Lauren

Head Instructor

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Jack

Assistant Coach

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Junior & Family Memberships

Junior Membership
Priority & Discounts
Junior Family Membership
Assists Junior Sailing

Summer Sailing . . . And More!

In addition to discounts for summer sailing, Junior members have priority for Regattas, Clinics, Race Teams and, once qualified, use of Junior boats.

Junior Memberships run from June to May each year and renew automatically with the current year's Sailing Academy registration.

JUNIOR MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION

Play Together . . . Stay Together

Enter Club regattas, have the right to fly the Club burgee and represent WYC in formally organized yachting events, sail our Teras, Lasers, and CFJs. Reciprocity privileges with other yacht clubs that extend reciprocity to Westlake Yacht Club.

Junior Family Member adults can join WYC Fleets, including C-18, C-14, Kayak, Nautical, Blue Water, as well as attend all Club social events.

Junior Family Membership is limited to 2 years at a 50% discount of regular membership and requires providing assistance to the Junior Sailing Program.

JUNIOR FAMILY APPLICATION

JUNIOR FAMILY MEMBERS

Family Sailing and More

Junior Family Member adults can join WYC Fleets, including C-18, C-14, Kayak, Nautical, Blue Water, as well as attend all Club social events.

Sailing lessons are available for WYC members. Instruction is designed for those who wish to learn to sail or improve their skills to participate in club regattas or other group activities.

Learn to Sail Single & Double-Handed Boats
Enter Regattas Together and Compete as a Team
Have access to Teras, Lasers, Zest and CFJs.
Once Qualified, Sail Together Anytime
Options to Learn Race Tower and Chase/Safety Boat Procedures

JUNIOR FAMILY SAILING LESSONS

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