Adult WeeksGroup Lessons DCSS offers five-day lessons from 9:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.to adults of all ability levels. The lessons include classroom chalk talks, on-the-water instruction in Flying Scots, and a capsize demonstration. Beginning sailors will learn the points of sail and basic boat handling. More advanced sailors will learn the use of the spinnaker and sailboat racing. Skipper and crew couples, as well as singles, are welcome. You are welcome to bring your own Flying Scot or use one of the three boats provided by the sailing school. Lessons are taught by U.S. Sailing certified instructors and follow U.S Sailing prescribed safety protocol. All sailors must wear life jackets at all times on or near the water. Be sure to check out our “what to bring” section. Adult Weeks (Beginner and Intermediate) Ages 16 and older June 14-18 (Beginner and Intermediate Sailing) July 19-23 (Beginner and Intermediate Racing) Classes typically meet Monday through Friday 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. either in the sailing school room on the first floor of Deep Creek Yacht Club at Turkey Neck or in the upstairs meeting room of Deep Creek Yacht Club at Deer Haven. Check your week for location. Be sure to check what to bring before arriving at class. A single $50 discount will be provided to one of two sailors (if registering as a couple) who provides his or her own boat. Tuition Five days $400. Private Lessons Private lessons will continue this summer. Three-hour lessons can be arranged for adults in Flying Scots and Lasers. Learn more. What to Bring The weather on Deep Creek Lake can change in quickly, and as long as the conditions are safe, sailors should plan to sail, even if it’s cold or raining. All gear should be in a duffle bag and every item should be labeled with the sailor’s name. Any clothing or gear left in the sailing school room will be placed in the lost and found. Sailors should plan to wear a bathing suit, shorts and T-shirt and bring the following:
Interested in Racing? DCSS students who are learning to race or advancing their racing skills may be invited to participate in Wednesday evening races; however, regular weekend racing requires membership in Deep Creek Yacht Racing Association (DCYRA). DCYRA has made some provisions for guest racers during holiday weekends, and students are encouraged to learn more about that by talking to their DCSS instructor. Required Forms for Adults
Register online now by clicking Adult Registration. Please bring the DCSS Waiver and Release of Liability Form and medical form to the first day checkin. Please have credit card ready before starting the registration. Adult Required Forms for 2021 Season Adult Registration Registrar Charles Graham, Registrar DCSS 2046 Blairmont Drive Pittsburgh, PA 15241 Contact Info: dcss.registrar@gmail.com Phone: SAILONDCL9 (724-566-3259) |
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