JPYC offers a variety of programs for youth, women, and adults. Please expand the sections below to learn more about the opportunities available at the JPYC.
ADULT SAILING
Come learn how to sail at beautiful Jackson Park Yacht Club!
JPYC is offering Adult Keelboat Sailing courses. These classes provide both classroom and on-the-water instruction, providing the opportunity for adults to develop the skills and confidence necessary to enjoy the sport of sailing.
The courses and training are designed to create competent, confident & capable sailors.
A minimum of 2 students per session is required to host the class. A maximum of 4 students per session.
May
Click here to register for Spring Session 1 SOLD OUT
June
Click here to register for Late Spring Session 1 SOLD OUT
Click here to register for Late Spring Session 2 SOLD OUT
Click here to register for Late Spring Session 3 SOLD OUT
July
Click here to register for Summer Session 1 SOLD OUT
Click here to register for Summer Session 2 SOLD OUT
August
Click here to register for Late Summer Session 1 SOLD OUT
Click here to register for Late Summer Session 2 SOLD OUT
Click here to register for Late Summer Session 3 SOLD OUT
September
YOUTH SAILING (JPYC Foundation)
The JPYC Foundation offers multiple programs throughout the summer for both member and non-member children. The classes are held in two-week sessions (Monday through Friday from 9AM – 3:30PM) during June, July, and August.
Students receive both classroom and on-the-water instruction. Classes are taught by US Sailing certified instructors and US Sailing REACH/Stem instructors. Instruction is completed on 420s, Bugs and/or RS Feva XL sailboats.
Youth classes are geared to the students’ different sailing abilities and interests. Please note that JPYC Foundation reserves the right to select the appropriate class level in order to ensure that children are in the best level for their age, size and experience.
Please see the JPYC Foundation page for more information.
WOMEN (Women on the Water)
Women on the Water (WoW) encourages and empowers women boaters. WoW offers on and off the water instruction as well as seminars and happy hours focused on female sailors. Both novice & experienced sailors are welcome.
Please see WoW’s 2023 agenda by clicking here. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out at wow@jacksonparkyachtclub.org to learn more.
RACING 101 SEMINAR (CASRA)
SAILING 101 SEMINAR SERIES
Please click here to register.