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learning outcomes
What your child will learn through our program
Recognize essential water safety equipment and its purpose
Identify and label key parts of a keelboat
Understand and label the points of sail
Determine wind direction accurately
Tie essential nautical knots: bowline, square knot, and figure-eight knot
Properly rig a keelboat for sailing
Apply basic sail trim techniques for efficiency
Practice introductory tiller steering for boat control
Develop teamwork and communication skills essential for sailing
Explore keelboat sailing
An After School Program for 9th-12th Graders!
The Foundry's Explore Keelboats After-School Program provides high schoolers with the opportunity to experience the thrill of sailing in a casual, team-oriented environment. Keelboats offer a stable and engaging platform, making them an ideal entry point for those who may not know how to swim or are unsure whether they are interested in competitive racing. This after school program is designed to inspire and prepare participants to join Cleveland’s sailing community through a mix of land based and on the water instruction. This program equips students with confidence, transferable life skills, and connections to enjoy the camaraderie of local club races and community sailing events. The Explore Keelboats After-School Program provides Cleveland area high schoolers with a connection to the water, beyond high school racing.
program highlights
See our students in action!
