SATURDAY, JUNE 22 & SUNDAY, JUNE 23
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The Sailing Counselor Course is a 2-day, 20-hour course designed to prepare candidates 14-16 years old to assist with small boat activities in camp, recreational and organizational programs. This course is highly recommended for those who intend to seek Level 1 Small Boat Instructor Certification. The emphasis is on safety and hands-on practice to familiarize candidates with proper terminology and boating techniques.
Tara Foster, Head Coach of SUNY Maritime, will run the course. Foster has more than a decade of experience in the sport as a coach, instructor and executive director. In addition to being a US Sailing Level 1 Small Boat Instructor Trainer, her other certifications include US Sailing Level 3 Certified Small Boat Coach, US Powerboating Safe Powerboat Handling Instructor, and US Powerboating Safety and Rescue Boat Handling Instructor.
Interested 14-16 year old applicants should register via this link, and email Chris Foley at
[email protected] for further details on the course and the potential to apply for our new Junior Instructor/Race Team Program. |