Sail, Paddle, Power!

                              Students will:

• Earn their Georgia State Safe Boating Certificate

• Learn to safely operate a variety of watercraft, including:

  • Sailboats

  • Kayaks and canoes

  • Stand-up paddleboards

  • Motorboats

• Participate in daily on-water and on-land instruction focused on:

  • Water safety and seamanship

  • Drowning prevention and capsize recovery

  • Equipment awareness and proper PFD use

  • Responsibility, teamwork, and decision-making

                     Ages- 11-15 years

           Daily Schedule & Course Structure

                      9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
       
                      Augusta Sailing Club
                      5462 Sailing Road
                      Appling, GA 30802

Day 1: Georgia Boater Education & Drowning Prevention

• Classroom instruction toward Georgia Safe Boating Certification

• Introduction to boating laws and safety practices

• Afternoon on-water session (2–3 hours), including:

  • Life jacket fitting

  • Drowning prevention techniques

  • Capsize recovery and safety drills

Day 2: Georgia Boater Education & On-the-Water Training

• Completion of classroom instruction and state exam

• Students must score 80% or higher to continue in the program

• Afternoon on-water training session

Remaining Days: On-the-Water Training

• Daily hands-on instruction on the water and on land

• Activities in canoes, kayaks, sailboats, paddleboards, and powerboats

• Emphasis on skill-building, safety, teamwork, and confidence

                  Registration & Cost

                   $225 per student
Includes:

• All course materials

• Life jacket for use during the program

                           Payment: 

Due at registration to confirm enrollment

                        Refund Policy:
Refunds (minus a $25 non-refundable cancellation fee) are available up to 14 days beforethe start of the session.

                        Scholarships:
Need-based scholarships are available upon request.

                      Important Notes

• Daily attendance is required for successful completion

• Dates and times are subject to change due to weather or unforeseen conditions

• All course communication will be sent via email to the address provided at registration

                         Questions?

Email: augustacommunitysailing@gmail.com

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