ABOUT OUR 420 CLASSES
Registration Available Now!
Welcome to kids aged 11-15!
Our comprehensive program is designed to introduce your child to the foundational principles of sailing on 420s, including:
· Basic Sailing Techniques – Learn the ropes, tacking & jibing, intermediate & essential knots, points of sail, parts of boat, rigging the 420, and sailing theory!
· Navigational Skills – Understanding wind/current patterns and right of way.
· Teamwork and Communication – Essential skills for successful crew coordination.
· Safety Procedures – Building confidence with proper safety protocols and marine radio management.
· Boat Handling – Getting comfortable with different types of dinghy sailboats and using body weight to your advantage.
· Developing the Racing Mindset: Effectively call tactics, work in competitive, high-pressure scenarios, and reading the racecourse. Opportunities to spectate local regattas too!
No prior sailing experience is needed – just a passion for the challenge and a willingness to learn! Each session combines hands-on instruction with fun, team-building activities, ensuring your young sailor gains both skill and confidence on the water.
We look forward to seeing you on the water!
Kelly Arrindell (843) 216-8450
[email protected]
2025 FALL DATES
Course Duration: 8 weeks of classes
Sessions:
Mondays only: 4:30pm - 7:30pm
Dates : September 8th - October 27th (Every Monday)
- Cost : $685/student
Fridays only: 4:30pm - 7:30 pm
Dates : September 12th - October 31st (Every Friday)
- Cost: $685/ student
Mondays and Fridays: 4:30pm - 7:30pm
Dates : September 8th - October 31st (Both Mondays and Fridays)
- Cost: $985/ student
To register, please sign up and complete payment via our online Marketplace. Cancellation policy for classes, Weather-related Cancellations, notification process etc. can be found below!
*We offer a 10% discount for all military personnel and faculty/staff. Contact Kelly at [email protected] to get the code!
Cancellation Policy – College of Charleston Youth 420 Sailing Program
The safety and well-being of all participants in the College of Charleston Youth 420 Sailing Program are our highest priorities. As sailing is an outdoor, weather-dependent sport, participants and their families should be aware that classes may be canceled due to weather or environmental conditions that are deemed unsafe or unsuitable for on-water instruction.
Weather-Related Cancellations
Classes may be canceled at any time due to inclement weather. This includes, but is not limited to, the following conditions:
- High winds above safe operational limits for youth sailors
- Lightning or thunder in the vicinity of the sailing area
- Severe heat or heat index values exceeding safe exposure thresholds
- Unseasonably cold temperatures that may affect safety or performance
- Heavy rainfall or reduced visibility
- Any other weather or water-related hazards that the College of Charleston Sailing staff deem inappropriate for safe sailing
The decision to cancel will be made solely by the College of Charleston Sailing staff, based on real-time assessments and professional judgment, with participant safety as the guiding factor.
Notification Process
Efforts will be made to notify parents/guardians of cancellations in a timely manner via email, text message, or the designated communication platform used for the program. However, due to the unpredictability of weather, cancellations may occur on short notice, including same-day or during-session determinations.
*No Make-Up Classes or Refunds
Due to the seasonal and structured nature of the program, make-up sessions will not be offered for classes canceled due to weather. Additionally, no refunds or credits will be issued for weather-related cancellations. Participants and guardians acknowledge that a portion of the program may be subject to such interruptions, and enrollment is accepted with this understanding.
While every effort will be made to maximize on-water instruction, safety will never be compromised. When possible, on-land or classroom-based instruction may be offered as an alternative if a session is canceled but participants are already on site.
By enrolling in the Youth 420 Sailing Program, participants and their guardians agree to the terms outlined in this cancellation policy and understand the inherent limitations of outdoor, weather-dependent programming.