Get set for another great summer of sailing at Bay Waveland Yacht Club!

Our program is second to none with the very best in sailing instruction. Our plan is to give your child the best possible sailing camp experience by focusing on safety, fun, and learning. Every day is packed with a variety of fun activities and sailing adventure. All campers are invited and encouraged to attend the regatta and banquet at the end of the summer.

 


  • BWYC Junior Sailing Program
    • BWYC Junior Program

      BWYC's Junior Sailing Program exists to support sailing opportunities and education for youth sailors of every age and level of expertise. We are dedicated to providing an environment where young sailors can refine their racing skills and boat handling, enjoy meeting new friends, and participate in fun events on and off the water. Our youth program offers instruction on basic and advanced boat handling, tactics, racing technique, sail tuning, and more. We offer sailing instruction workshops all year long. 

      Programs Offered

      Harbor Mice Optimist - Beginner Learn-to-Sail | 6-12 year olds | Fridays 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM (Spring and Fall)

      Optimist Harbor Mice is tailored for our new sailors to learn how to sail an optimist dingy. Optimists are the most popular youth sailing class worldwide, and an entry point into a lifetime of sailing. We initially have two sailors on each boat and as children's skills improve, sailors will learn to maneuver their own boats. The Harbor Mice Program offers lots of fun games and activities and ample, close coaching supervision to ensure water safety for our youngest sailors.

      Green Fleet Optimist - Beginner/Intermediate Learn-to-race | 7-13 year olds | Tuesdays and Thursdays 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM (Spring and Fall)

      Optimist Green Fleet program focuses on developing better boat handling skills, racing tactics, and speed techniques. Sailors that develop these skills will fine tune them by travelling to local area events. Sailors are encouraged to attend major events as part of BWYC's youth racing team under the supervision of our Sailing Director and parent volunteers.

      420 Classes - Learn to Sail intermediate | 8-17 yr olds | 1-3 sailors per boat | Tuesdays and Thursdays 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM (Spring and Fall)

      This program is designed for sailors who want to have fun and learn the basic sailing skills. We typically pair 2-3 intermediate sailors on each boat initially supervised by coaching staff.

      Email me if you have any questions.
      Todd Edwards
      Sailing Director
       Email: [email protected]

  • Fees
    • Fees

      BWYC Member/Grandchild $450
      Sponsored Guest $500
  • FAQs
    • Do I have to be a member of the BWYC for my child/grandchild/etc. to register for sailing camp?

      All interested sailors are welcome to attend; however a BWYC member must sponsor the camper. Contact Sailing Director, Todd Edwards, at [email protected], for more information.

      How early should I sign up for BWYC summer camp?

      As soon as possible, classes tend to fill up quickly. Registration can be found on the home page via a link or paper applications may be picked up at the BWYC club office.

      I think I have registered my child, but how can I confirm it?

      When registration is completed, a confirmation email is sent to the address you provided. If you did not receive a confirmation, contact the Sailing Director.
       What should my child bring to camp?
      Your sailor will need a lifejacket that fits, sunscreen, a refillable water bottle, closed toe water shoes, towel, change of clothes, sunglasses, bathing suit and a bag to keep their belongings organized.

      What will my child learn during BWYC Summer Camp?

      New and returning sailors are going to learn parts of the boat, sails and rigging as well as basic knots. Along with this they will also learn water safety, sportsmanship, and teamwork. They will be taught the fundamentals of sailing by US Sailing Certified Coaches.

      For questions please contact Todd at:
      Email: [email protected]

BAY WAVELAND YACHT CLUB
#1 Yacht Club Drive. Bay Saint Louis, MS 39520 (228) 467-4592
30° 19' 30" N - 89° 19' 32" W
© 2024 Bay Waveland Yacht Club. All Rights Reserved.
Site Options
Site Options
Object Plugins
FED
CWS & Content Load
Loading Box