Advantages of Sail Training

For children, sailing is an amazing activity with benefits that last a lifetime. When organizing your child’s summer activities, take into account sailing courses and camps.

1. Time outdoors. Sailing is an ideal way to disconnect from everyday distractions and make the most of San Diego’s sunny skies and beautiful waters.

2. Confidence builder. Sailing teaches independence and promotes self-confidence. “Sailing opens the door to individual effort,” says Head Coach Jon Rogers of Coronado Yacht Club. “It brings kids out of their comfort zones and encourages them to trust themselves.”

3. Spatial awareness. Steering and maneuvering a vessel teaches kids to be aware of their surroundings and how to react to things in front of them.

4. Sense of direction. Sailing teaches geographic awareness as kids begin to understand wind direction and how to use a compass.

5. Lifetime sport. Sailing is unique because, unlike many other sports, it doesn’t strain the body or require expertise to enjoy. It’s a lifelong skill that can be enjoyed regardless of physical ability, age or skill level.

6. Fun! Sailors love making friends, doing fun activities on the water and learning new skills.