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Frequently Asked Questions
General
Q: Do I have to be a Yale affiliate to join
YCYC?
A: No, you do not need to be associated with Yale
to become a member of YCYC.
Q: Do I have to be a member to take lessons
or enroll my child in the Junior Program?
A: No, you do not need to be a member to take adult
or junior lessons.
Q: Are the two lessons offered as a package
with membership include two days of lessons, or two sets of lessons?
A: Two sets of lessons. For example, you
could take the 420 Level 1 course with a friend, or you could enroll in both
the 420 Level 1 and 420 Level 2 classes.
Q: If I am a member, may I bring friends out
sailing?
A: All memberships include guest privledges. There
is no charge for guests who are taken out as crew by a member. Guests
are not allowed to take boats out on their own.
Q: Do you offer private lessons?
A: Yes, private lessons are available. Contact
the summer manager for scheduling details.
Facilities
Q: Do you have showering and changing facilities?
A: Yes, we have both mens and womens locker rooms,
(showers, lockers, restrooms) in addition to outdoor showers.
Q: Does YCYC have a restaurant?
A: No, but we do offer limited concessions such
as beverages and snacks.
Q: What do I do with my wallet or other valuables
while I'm sailing?
A: We are not responsible for any lost (or stolen)
items. There are lockers for general use in the locker rooms, which
can be locked with a combonation lock. A limited number of lockers
can also be rented for the summer by contacting the Summer Manager.
Sailing
Q: Do I need to take lessons at YCYC before
going sailing on my own?
A. We recommend that new YCYC members take the 420 Level 1 before sailing;
it includes an orientation as well as a demonstration of how to rig a 420
Dinghy. If you have substantial prior sailing experiences we only require
that stewards give you a rigging/sailing test before your first sail.
Q: Do I need to wear a life jacket when sailing?
A: YCYC requires everyone in a boat, or on the dock) to be wearing a lifejacket.
Everyone under the age of 12 is required by law to wear a life jacket. We
have lifejackets available for use.
Q: Do I need to be able to swim?
A: YES. Each sailor under the age of 21
must pass a swim test. Each card holder 21 or older is required to
sign a document at the Sailing Pavilion affirming that he/she can swim 100
yds and tread water for 10 minutes.
Q. I'm bringing my little brother along with
me. Does he have to pass the swim test?
A. Any YCYC member who signs out a boat is responsible
for ensuring that her guests can swim.
Q. What should I wear to the lessons?
A. You should wear clothes that you don't mind getting a
little wet. There is always the chance you will capsize so you may want to
bring along a dry change of clothes. Please wear shoes that provide full
coverage, (ie. sneakers) with a good rubber sole. If you wear glasses, please
tie them on with string from the front desk or with your own sports leash.
For inquiries and more information, please contact
our summer program director:
John Kempton
For a printable registration form and pricing information,
click here.
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