CANCELLATIONS/WAIT LIST:

All participants should consider ZZYC membership as well as
participation in the Wednesday races and the Yacht Club races.

1. ZZYC members will have priority until June 27th. However, non-
member applications will be accepted prior to this date and will
be prioritized according to date of receipt. These cheques should
be dated June 27th.

2. All confirmed registrations are subject to $25.00 cancellation fee.

3. There is no refund for cancellations made 7 days or less prior to
the commencement of a course. Exceptions to this rule may be
made if cancellation is due to injury or illness, or if the spot can
be filled; such exceptions being at the discretion of the ZZYC
Programs Administrator.

4. Without exception, there is no refund once a course has
commenced.

Note: Please be 15 minutes early for a class. Sneakers or sandals with
good treads must be worn in the boat. No flip-flops. On cold or wet
days bring extra socks, extra warm clothes, a toque, rain gear, mitts,
and a wet suit if possible. On hot days, bring lots of sunscreen,
sunglasses, a hat, and a water bottle.

LEARN TO SAIL SCHEDULE
2011

REGISTRATION FORM

WET FEET PROGRAM

This course is for keen little sailors   AGE 4-7

• It is a 'non-level' course but, introduces these young ones to sailing in a fun and relaxed atmosphere.
• There will be boat part scavenger hunts, learning how to tie simple sailing knots, water and boat safety tips, swimming and of course time in our very stable PRAM sailboats.
• Space in this course is limited so please register early.
• All participants must be toilet trained and enjoy the water.

* 5 DAY WEEK- INCLUDES MONDAY OF AUGUST LONG WEEKEND

PRAM BASIC

Ideal for beginner sailors (min 7 years of age) as children sail with a partner in a sturdy Vanguard Pram boat. The focus is on

confidence building and fun.

• 2 - ½ day sessions needed to attain this level.
• Sailors in this level are not yet ready for races or camps.
• Please read policies regarding course registration and cancellation.

* 5 DAY WEEK- INCLUDES MONDAY OF AUGUST LONG WEEKEND


PRAM BASIC & PRAM VET LEVEL

Ideal for beginner sailors (min 7 years of age) as children sail with a partner in a sturdy Vanguard Pram boat. The focus is on confidence building and fun.

• 2 - ½ day sessions needed to attain this level.
• Sailors in this level are not yet ready for races or camps.
• Please read policies regarding course registration and cancellation.

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* 5 DAY WEEK- INCLUDES MONDAY OF AUGUST LONG WEEKEND

PRAM VET/OPTI SKIPPER LEVEL

For young sailors who have completed the Pram Basic level. Children in these levels sail single handed in both Vanguard Pram and Opti boats.

The Opti Skipper level focuses on proficiency in upwind sailing, tacking, gibing and skills necessary to sail faster.

Sailors in this level will be encouraged to take part in race camps and club races.

• 2 – ½ day sessions needed to attain these levels
• Participation in race camp and regatta will count as 1-½ day session
• Please read policies regarding course registration and cancellation

* 5 DAY WEEK- INCLUDES MONDAY OF AUGUST LONG WEEKEND

WHITE SAIL I AND II or OPTI SKIPPER (max 120lbs)

For sailors who have completed the Pram Vet, Opti Skipper or White Sail I level and weigh less than 120lbs. Children in this level sail single handed in Opti boats. The Opti boats produce a fundamentally strong sailor and at least 50% of all Olympic sailors started in the Optimist category.

• 2 – ½ day sessions needed to complete Opti Skipper and WSI level
• 3 – ½ day sessions needed to complete WSII level
• Please read our policies regarding registration and cancellations

* 5 DAY WEEK- INCLUDES MONDAY OF AUGUST LONG WEEKEND


WHITE SAIL II & III

For sailors who have completed Opti Skipper or White Sail I level. This course is taught in our Club 420 boats with 2-3 sailors per boat.

WHITE SAIL II -

• 3 – ½ day sessions needed to complete WSII level

WHITE SAIL III –

• 6 – ½ day sessions needed to obtain this level.
• Please read our policies regarding registration and cancellations.

* 5 DAY WEEK- INCLUDES MONDAY OF AUGUST LONG WEEKEND


BRONZE IV

For sailors who have completed WSIII level. Sailors in this level will be in Club 420 boats with one skipper and one crew. This course teaches refined skills in heavier wind conditions, advanced sailing techniques. Sail theory, and sail trim are introduced.

• 8 – ½ sessions needed to obtain this level.
• Please read policies regarding course registration and cancellation.

* 5 DAY WEEK- INCLUDES MONDAY OF AUGUST LONG WEEKEND

BRONZE V AND BRONZE V *PLUS

For sailors who have completed WSIII level. Sailors in this level will be in Club 420 boats with one skipper and one crew. This course teaches refined skills in heavier wind conditions, advanced sailing techniques. Sail theory, and sail trim are introduced.

• 8 – ½ sessions needed to obtain this level.
• Please read policies regarding course registration and cancellation.

* 5 DAY WEEK- INCLUDES MONDAY OF AUGUST LONG WEEKEND


ADULT SAILING

All abilities welcome – come and learn to sail or improve your sailing skills and socialize with other sailors. This course will be taught in the Club 420 boats.

• Please read policies regarding course registration and cancellation

ZZYC RACERS

For anyone (Pram Vet level and higher) interested in learning about racing or just improving their sailing skills. (This includes sailors who have already achieved their Bronze V level) Course will use both Club 420 and Opti boats, as well as our 29er for those who qualify, and include on water race training (weather permitting) and race tactics.

•  Participants will have the opportunity to race with ZZYC instructors. The course will be taught by instructors who have competed nationally and internationally for a number of years.
•  Half credit towards your Learn to Sail level may be earned for participation in the week long courses
•  Please read policies regarding course registration and cancellation.
• This class is available on either a drop-in or weekly. It will be held every afternoon from 3:30pm to 6pm using Optis, club 420 boats and the 29ers.
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  *Classes may be cancelled on short notice if not enough participants. Taking part in our Tuesday club races will be a perfect opportunity to practice the skills learned in this fun and competitive class.  

    ** If you are enrolled in this course and are interested in learning how to set up and run a race come Tuedays at 12:30pm to assist with the “Wednesday Afternoon Races”

RACING AT ZZYC

ZZYC OPEN REGATTA 2011 –

Saturday, July 16th and Sunday, July 17th

This is the big one!!!It starts with registration at 9am on Saturday, then the skippers meeting at 10am . Children attending the Race Camp are automatically registered in this regatta. This is an OPEN' regatta and anyone with a boat can enter! Everyone is also invited to stick around after the race on Saturday to enjoy a BBQ. It promises to be a great weekend of sailboat racing and we encourage all ZZYC members to come out to support our sailors and enjoy some fun, fellowship and the spirit of competition.
Races resume on Sunday morning 10am.

WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON RACES – Every WEDNESDAY afternoon from July 6st - August 10th the club hosts a race beginning with skippers meeting at 1pm .

Skipper's meeting: This will be an informative session and is meant for all racers and race officials ( youths interested in officiating ). This includes all sailors taking part in the afternoon lessons as well as any interested sailors from around the lake who would like to learn about racing and/or officiating. All sailors are welcome to stick around after the races for hotdogs, fun with friends and a game of Volleyball.

First race: 2:00. Start sequence 1:55

Which sailors will have use of the club boats?

• Students taking the 3:30- 6pm class (if one is scheduled) will have use of   a  C420.
• Students taking the 1pm-4pm class will have the use of a C420.
• All other members and sailors taking lessons in the morning can use the remaining boats. If there are too many sailors they will be placed in teams
• Opti/Skipper sailors will have first chance at the Optis as this is an integral part of their course.
• ZZYC has one Laser that can also be used.

In the unlikely event that there are sailors who do not get a chance to race on a particular week they will be encouraged to help in running the regatta.

These races are great opportunities for sailors new to racing as well as sailors that need to improve their racing skills. All sailors are welcome to stick around after the race for hot dogs, some fun with friends and a game of Beach Volleyball.

SATURDAY CLUB RACE– Members, non-members, with or without a boat, mark these dates on your calendars to come to the ZigZag Yacht Club to race, to watch or volunteer. We are planning a Skippers meeting at 11am for these races and a race start of noon. We are hoping all of our club boats and many private sailboats will join us for a fun afternoon of racing and socialising and preparing for the Club Championship.


                                  • SATURDAY, July 30th, 2011
                               

ZZYC CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP 2011

Saturday, August 13th

Starting with the skippers meeting at 11am . This has become a great regatta for all sailors at ZZYC. It is for members only and in the hopes of encouraging a few more of our older members to join in we are including a MASTERS CLASS for 2011.
This is a great chance for kids and adults alike to get a taste of sailing and racing and a fun way to end the summer at ZZYC.
This race is followed by our very popular Family BBQ and Family Kayak Race which mark the end of the season at ZZYC. We would like to once again encourage all members to come out and watch the races, do a little kayaking, cheer on our sailors and enjoy some friendly competition.




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                                          LUNCH PROGRAM

Children under the age of 12 who are registered in both a mornng and afternoon program are welcome to join our new lunch program.
The children will eat their lunch ( brought from home) as they are supervised by a Red Cross lifesaving certified instructor.
A nominal fee will apply.
*If your child is not registered in this program they must be picked up at the appropriate time after their lessons.