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Explore sailing academy
An After School Program for 3rd-5th Graders!
The Explore Sailing Academy is an engaging, onshore after-school program designed for 3rd-5th graders eager to learn about sailing! Through hands-on activities and interactive lessons, students will gain foundational knowledge and life skills that prepare them to sail on Lake Erie as early as the following spring or summer. Students will also meet The Foundry’s sailing coaches, who will guide them in future programs. This program fosters curiosity and confidence, helping students understand the mechanics and thrill of sailing before they even step into a boat!
learning outcomes
What your child will learn through our program
Identify the parts of a boat and sails
Recall the points of sail
Understand how to steer using a tiller on our sailing simulators
Identify wind direction and measure wind speed
Master essential sailing knots: bowline, square knot, and figure-eight knot
program highlights
See our students in action!
