Summer 2023 Registration

Opens April 1, 2023

Edison Sailing Center Summer Programs 2023

www.edisonsailingcenter.org

For more than a quarter of a century, ESC has offered summer programs that not only teach the basics of sailing or powerboating but also reinforce life skills of cooperation, teamwork, and communication.

Sailing instruction is offered at all levels: from beginner to advanced, with an emphasis on safe boat handling skills and knowledge. State law requires anyone born after January 1, 1988, to complete a Boater Education course to operate a powerboat of 10hp or more. ESC offers two types of boater education programs focusing on the 30+ on-the-water skills. We also offer High School sailing and encourage students to form &/or join sailing clubs in local schools.

Session 1

June 5-9
$ 250
  • 8:30-11:30 Sailing
  • 9:30-12:30 Powerboat
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Session 2

June 12-16
$ 250
  • 8:30-11:30 Sailing
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Session 3

June 19-23
$ 250
  • 8:30-11:30 Sailing
  • 9:30-12:30 Powerboat
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Session 4

June 26-30
$ 250
  • 8:30-11:30 Sailing
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Minnow Camp

July 5-7
$ 200
  • Ages 5-7 | 8:30-11:00 AM
*experiential, hands-on activities as an intro to learn-to-sail

Session 6

July 10-14
$ 250
  • 8:30-11:30 Sailing
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Session 7

July 17-21
$ 250
  • 8:30-11:30 Sailing
  • 9:30-12:30 Powerboat
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Session 8

July 24-28
$ 250
  • 8:30-11:30 Sailing (A)
  • 9:30-12:30 Sailing (B)
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HS420 Sailing

July 31- Aug 4
$ 200
  • Gr 8-12 | 9:00 AM - Noon
HS420 Tune-up
*get ready to sail at the high school level

Sailing programs are taught in age-appropriate and developmentally-appropriate boats.

2023 Summer Course Descriptions
Click Here for our Summer Program FAQ'S
  • Classes are held at the Edison Sailing Center, North Shore Park, just over the US41 bridge in N. Ft. Myers
  • Courses are taught by US Sailing Association certified instructors & trained volunteers
  • Students must be able to swim and should bring a labeled reusable water bottle, sunscreen and a hat &/or sunglasses.
  • Students should wear clothing – and shoes – that can get wet. No sandals or flip-flops.
  • Instructors have the discretion to provide alternative activities on no-wind mornings, e.g. kayaking  or STEM activities
  • Because we cannot shelter in place as an entire group, if storms arise, parents will need to pick up their children.
  • Sailing classes are for 8-13 year olds, exceptions: HS 420 and Minnows
  • Powerboat classes are for 10-13 year olds
  • Limited scholarships available
  • Powerboat cap at 8

*Due to Hurricane Ian we will not be able to offer Mound House this summer