Pre-registration for the 2026 Junior Sailing Program begins in January.
Half & All-Day Sailing Instruction for Kids - Ages 8 to 15
Learn to Sail on Cape Cod, Make Friends & Have FUN!
"Learning to sail can lead to a lifetime of recreational sailing enjoyment."
Overview
Introduction
Instructor-in-Training Program
Our Sailing Fleet
The Namequoit Junior Sailing Program (JSP) enjoys a 75-year legacy offering children ages 8 - 15 the opportunity to sail on upper Pleasant Bay, a protected sailing area close to our clubhouse with smaller waves than the Bay, and winds tempered by the surrounding trees. It is a peaceful place to be and learn to sail. And did we say it i
The Namequoit Junior Sailing Program (JSP) enjoys a 75-year legacy offering children ages 8 - 15 the opportunity to sail on upper Pleasant Bay, a protected sailing area close to our clubhouse with smaller waves than the Bay, and winds tempered by the surrounding trees. It is a peaceful place to be and learn to sail. And did we say it is fun?!? Many JSP instructors are returning students who are eager to share their experience and enthusiasm during our sailing sessions and at our special Tuesday night clubhouse cook-outs.
Our Sailing Fleet
Instructor-in-Training Program
Our Sailing Fleet
Catalina Capris - a sloop designed to learn the basics and can accommodate 3 – 4 students plus an instructor
Optimist Dinghy (“Opti”) - can be sailed solo or with a crew
Club 420s - a more responsive sloop designed for more advanced sailors introducing racing tactics and techniques.
In addition, our small power boats enable the instructors to provide continuous oversight of Junior Sailors.
Instructor-in-Training Program
Instructor-in-Training Program
Instructor-in-Training Program
NSA has reimagined its offering for rising 9th and 10th graders with a new JSP leadership program: Instructor-in-Training (IiT). Designed for students across two summers, IiTs will:
· Develop advanced recreational & adventure sailing skills
· Learn teaching fundamentals
· Earn community service hours
· and, have FUN!
Each week they attend, J
NSA has reimagined its offering for rising 9th and 10th graders with a new JSP leadership program: Instructor-in-Training (IiT). Designed for students across two summers, IiTs will:
· Develop advanced recreational & adventure sailing skills
· Learn teaching fundamentals
· Earn community service hours
· and, have FUN!
Each week they attend, JSP IiTs will enroll in the morning and afternoon sessions where during one session they will participate in the traditional instructional program and one session assist with younger, less experienced sailors. Developing leadership skills and insights into working with children prepares the IiTs to become Instructors once they are high school upperclassman. In additional, NSA, a 501c(3) can provide community service hours- 15 per full week to support high school requirements and various HS honors programs. Most importantly, IiTs leverage their experience in a meaningful, supervised manner.
IiT Tuition Discount:
· IiT (1)- must be a rising 9th grader with 420 sailing skills; 25% discount
· IiT (2)- must be a rising 10th grader with 420 sailing skills; 50% discount
· Local public school students receiving a scholarship will have the discount applied in addition.
2026 Junior Sailing Program Details:
Class Schedule
Tuition & Payment Method
Tuition & Payment Method
2026 Weekly Classes begin June 23
Classes run Monday thru Friday unless otherwise noted. Sign-up for either MORNING or AFTERNOON classes, or register for both to enjoy an ALL-DAY sailing experience. Class sizes are limited, students are assigned by age/skill level and supervised by experienced instructors in a safe and fun environment. They achieve life long personal and technical skills.
2026 8-WEEK CLASS SCHEDULE:
Week 1: June 23 - June 27 (NO classes on June 22)*
Week 2: June 29 - July 3
Week 3: July 6 - July 10
Week 4: July 13 - July 17
Week 5: July 20 - July 24
Week 6: July 27 - July 31
Week 7: Aug 3 - Aug 7
Week 8: Aug 10 - Aug 13 (NO classes on Aug 14)*
*Tuition rate is reduced to $328. for Week 1 and Week 8
Please do not bring items of value to class. NSA is not responsible for any personal items lost or damaged by sailors enrolled in the Junior Sailing Program.
Note: We may take photos of junior sailors and instructors during class for our website, or to otherwise promote the sailing program on a non-attributed basis.
Tuition & Payment Method
Tuition & Payment Method
Tuition & Payment Method
A 5-day week of Morning or Afternoon Class instruction is $410. Instruction is offered by the week only.
Note: Week 1 and Week 8 offer only 4 days of classes, and tuition for each of those is $328.
Sailors enrolled in both the morning and afternoon classes are encouraged to bring their lunch and stay at the clubhouse with instructors in-between classes.
IMPORTANT: Payment is due on the first day of class each week.
NSA accepts payment by credit or debit card only. An invoice and secure payment link will be emailed to you a few days before each class week begins. You will receive a separate invoice for each class week and for each child. We do not accept cash or checks.
We are a small, non-profit organization offering sailing instruction by the week only. We cannot prorate the weekly tuition or offer refunds to those who miss class days due to poor weather, scheduling conflict, illness or other personal need.
Scholarship Funds are limited, and available only to children attending a public school on Cape Cod. Proof of enrollment is required. Please contact us for more information:
Email: jsp-registrar@namequoitsailing.org
Phone: (508) 255-6858 (leave a voice message)
Morning Schedule
Afternoon Schedule
Afternoon Schedule
MORNING CLASSES:
Monday Thru Friday 9:00 am to 12 noon
Class Check-In time for MONDAY mornings:
All Ages: 8:45 to 9:00 am
All other days please arrive no later than 9:00 am.
Important: DO NOT drop children off on class days before 8:45 am.
Afternoon Schedule
Afternoon Schedule
Afternoon Schedule
AFTERNOON CLASSES:
Monday Thru Friday 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Class Check-In time for MONDAY afternoons:
All Ages: 12:45 to 1:00 am
All other days please arrive no later 1:00 pm.
Important: Children must be picked up promptly at 4:00 pm when classes end.
Instruction to Match Each Sailor's Ability
Skills Ladder
Beginner & Intermediate Sailing:
- Handling tiller and mainsheet on all points of sailing
- Tacking and jibing
- Reaching, running, and beating techniques
- Basic knot tying
- Rigging and de-rigging
- Role of crew and skipper in teamwork
- Safety on the water, capsizing, sail/boat care, mooring, and docking techniques
Advanced Sailing:
- Racing tactics & techniques including starts, beat to windward, mark rounding, wind shifts, backwinding, covering and rules.
- Spinnaker sail setting
- Tides and currents – exploring the upper bay
- Skippering–boat control, helm, and steering
Instructor in Training (IiT):
- Program for rising 9th and 10th grade students; full day only
- Advanced Sailing Instruction
- Instructor training including working with less experienced students, and learning to operate a motorboat.
- Opportunity to earn Community Service Volunteer hours
