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High School Sailing Team-Spring 2023
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High School Sailing Team-Spring 2023

$400
Calendar Current session started Apr 24, 2023 at 4 pm

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For Grades 9 - 12 (recommended)

SPRING SESSION
:
April 24 - June 9, 2023
Sessions run Mondays & Fridays, 4:00 - 6:30 PM
except Fri. May 26th and Mon. May 29th – Memorial Day Weekend  

Learn to race and gain the skills to compete at local, regional, or even national level regattas.

SKILL LEVEL:
Recommended for novice to advanced sailors with an interest in racing.

WHAT TO EXPECT: 
High School Sailing is run like an after-school sport. Monday and Friday practices are led by coaches and waterfront staff and consist of briefings, drills, games and racing on the water. Practice is primarily sailed in dinghies (420s and FJs).Sailors from multiple schools will be combined based on skill level, have an opportunity to sail with different partners, and may attend regattas as part of a composite team. SUNY Maritime College provides everything needed to participate including sailboats (420s and FJs), coaches, safety boats, and life jackets at one of the best waterfront facilities in the country. High School Sailing is co-ed and open to both individuals and teams.

SKILL LEVEL:
All skill levels

AGES:
9th-12th grade

LOCATION:
McMurray Hall, SUNY Maritime College, 6 Pennyfield Avenue, Bronx, NY 10465. Bus: Bx40, BxM9; parking available.

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USCG Limited Master (Launch Tender)
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USCG Limited Master (Launch Tender)

$450
Calendar Next session starts Jun 10, 2023 at 9 am

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Sessions:

March 4 & 5, 2023
April 22 & 23, 2023
May 13 & 14, 2023
June 10 & 11, 2023
October 14 & 15, 2023

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This 2-day, hands-on course is designed for anyone who wants to work as a launch driver at marinas, yacht clubs, waterfront centers and camps. As part of this course you will earn a certificate in lieu of an exam at the United States Coast Guard so that you may apply for a US Coast Guard License for Limited Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels or Master of Self Propelled Vessels engaged in launch tender service upon inland waters (not more than ½ nautical mile from shore). In addition you will earn a US Powerboating Safe Powerboat Handling Certification and a New York State equivalent Boating Safety Certificate.

TOPICS COVERED:
Classroom topics:
Registration & legal requirements; safety equipment & procedures; safe boat operation; rules of the road & basic navigation; emergency procedures & rendering assistance; weather & the marine environment; and more!
Dockside & on-the-water skills:
Operations checklists; engine troubleshooting; leaving & returning to a dock or slip; slow and high speed boat handling and close-quarters maneuvering; towing; person in the water recovery; anchoring; and more!

CERTIFICATIONS GRANTED:
This is a NY State, USCG and NASBLA approved course. Upon successful completion of the course, on-the-water skills, and four multiple choice tests, you will receive US Powerboating Safe Powerboat Handling Certification, which also meets the NY State Safe Boating Certificate requirements, and a SUNY Maritime College Launch Tender license, which exempts you from the USCG exam when applying for a Limited Masters or Limited OUPV License. You have 12 months upon completion of the course to submit your complete application to the USCG. You do not need to complete any requirements prior to taking the course.

PREREQUISITE:
There are no prerequisites to take the course, but you will need to meet requirements for your USCG license application, including: Sea Time, TWIC Card, Physical exam, including eye exam; drug test.

SKILL LEVEL:
All skill levels

**If you do not need the USCG Launch Tender License, we recommend the Safe Powerboat Handling Course.**

AGES:
17 and up to take the class; 18 to apply for license

SCHEDULE: 
2-day, 16-hr course

COURSE MATERIALS PROVIDED:
US Powerboating Safe Powerboat Handling textbook, review questions and logbook.

LOCATION:
Waterfront Programs take place at McMurray Hall on SUNY Maritime College's campus at 6 Pennyfield Avenue, Bronx, NY 10465. Mass transit and parking are available.

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Accelerated Safe Powerboat Handling
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Accelerated Safe Powerboat Handling

$325
Calendar Next session starts Jun 17, 2023 at 9 am

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Sessions:
May 21, 2023
June 17, 2023
September 16, 2023

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Do you already have a State Boating Certificate and want hands-on instruction, and lots of on-the-water time? Taught by experienced and certified instructors, this 1-day course emphasizes hands-on demonstrations, lessons and on-the-water drills. Suitable for all skill levels, this is a hands-on driving course with minimal classroom time for those with prior theoretical and classroom knowledge.

TOPICS COVERED:
Dockside & on-the-water skills: Operations checklists; engine troubleshooting; leaving & returning to a dock or slip; slow and high speed boat handling and close-quarters maneuvering; navigation; towing; person in the water recovery; anchoring; and more!

CERTIFICATIONS GRANTED:
US Powerboating Safe Powerboat Handling Certification

PREREQUISITE:
None

SKILL LEVEL:
All levels

AGES:
12 years old and older

WHO SHOULD TAKE THIS COURSE:
This is a hands-on driving course for anyone looking to learn to operate a powerboat safely, improve on-the-water boat handling skills and/or obtain US Powerboating/US Sailing Safe Powerboat Handling Certification. (Beginning boaters are encouraged to earn their state Safe Boating Certificate, which is offered as part of the two-day Safe Powerboat Handling course.)

SCHEDULE:
1-day, 8-hr course; weekend and custom-scheduled courses available.
*Please contact waterfront@sunymaritime.edu if you’d like to set up a custom course at your location or ours!

COURSE MATERIALS PROVIDED:
US Powerboating Safe Powerboat Handling textbook, review questions and logbook.

LOCATION
: Waterfront Programs take place at McMurray Hall on SUNY Maritime College's campus at 6 Pennyfield Avenue, Bronx, NY 10465. Mass transit and parking are available.

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Boat Handling Practice Day
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Boat Handling Practice Day

$275
Calendar Next session starts Jun 18, 2023 at 9 am

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SESSION:
June 18, 2023

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Looking to continue your on-the-water training or need a little practice early in the summer? Join us for this unique clinic. Instructors will run drills in the 17-foot center console Boston Whalers with a small group of students. This is a hands-on, on-the-water class with lots of drive time.

TOPICS COVERED:
Dockside & on-the-water skills:
Operations checklists, engine troubleshooting, leaving and returning to a dock or slip; holding position; pivot turn; backing; slow and high-speed boat handling; close-quarters maneuvering; towing; person-in-the-water recovery; anchoring; and anything else you want to work on!

CERTIFICATION GRANTED:
None

PRE-REQUISITE:
Basic boat handling skills. This is not a class for people beginning to learn powerboating skills.

SKILL LEVEL:
All levels with previous hands-on training

AGES:
12 years old and up

WHO SHOULD TAKE THIS COURSE:
This course is perfect for those who have completed Safe Powerboat Handling and want to keep developing their skills; Level 1 instructors preparing for the summer; or anyone who is looking for hands-on drive time and practice under the guidance of an instructor.

SCHEDULE:
1-day, 8-hour course

COURSE MATERIALS:
Please review your US Powerboating Safe Powerboat Handling textbook.

LOCATION:
Waterfront Programs take place at McMurray Hall on SUNY Maritime College's campus at 6 Pennyfield Avenue, Bronx, NY 10465. Mass transit and parking are available.

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Maritime Adventure Boat Camp, Grades 5-6

$1,825
Calendar Next session starts Jun 26, 2023 at 9 am, runs for 2 weeks
2 additional sessions through Jul 24, 2023

For campers entering grades 5 & 6 in Fall 2023.

Session 1, June 26th - July 7th:
$1,675
Due to the July 4th holiday in Session 1, discounted rate reflects one day less. To receive $150 price adjustment, please use Promo Code $150SESSION1 during checkout.
--PROMO CODE IS ONLY VALID FOR SESSION 1 REGISTRATIONS--

Session 2, July 10th - July 21st:
$1,825
No promo code required.

Session 3, July 24th - August 4th:
$1,825
No promo code required.

For complete camp program information, including the financial assistance & scholarship application, please visit our website: www.sunymaritime.edu/waterfrontcamps

LOCATION:
Waterfront Programs take place at McMurray Hall on SUNY Maritime College's campus at 6 Pennyfield Avenue, Bronx, NY 10465.

Full Course

Maritime Adventure Boat Camp, Grades 7-9

$1,825
Calendar Next session starts Jun 26, 2023 at 9 am, runs for 2 weeks
2 additional sessions through Jul 24, 2023

For campers entering grades 7 to 9 in Fall 2023.

Session 1, June 26th - July 7th
:
$1,675
Due to the July 4th holiday in Session 1, discounted rate reflects one day less. To receive $150 price adjustment, please use Promo Code $150SESSION1 during checkout.
--PROMO CODE IS ONLY VALID FOR SESSION 1 REGISTRATIONS--

Session 2, July 10th - July 21st:
$1,825
No promo code required.

Session 3, July 24th - August 4th:
$1,825
No promo code required.

For complete camp program information, including the financial assistance & scholarship application, please visit our website: www.sunymaritime.edu/waterfrontcamps

LOCATION: Waterfront Programs take place at McMurray Hall on SUNY Maritime College's campus at 6 Pennyfield Avenue, Bronx, NY 10465.

Maritime Adventure Splash Camp - Grades 3-4

$550
Calendar Next session starts Jun 26, 2023 at 9 am, runs for 1 week
5 additional sessions through Jul 31, 2023

For campers entering grades 3 & 4 in Fall 2023.

Session 1A, June 26th – June 30th
Session 2A, July 10th – July 14th
Session 2B, July 17th – July 21st
Session 3A, July 24th – July 28th
Session 3B, July 31st – August 4th
$550
No promo code required.

Session 1B, July 3rd– July 7th
$450
Due to the July 4th holiday in Session 1B, discounted rate reflects one day less.
To receive earlybird discount and $100 price adjustment, please use Promo Code $100SESSION1B during checkout.
--PROMO CODE IS ONLY VALID FOR SESSION 1B REGISTRATIONS--

Extended Day is available from 2:30pm-5pm, you must register separately and in advance. Extended Day activities include: on the water activities, beach & habitat exploration, fishing, theme-based arts & crafts.

For all the camp details, including the financial assistance application, please visit our camp website:
www.sunymaritime.edu/waterfrontcamps

Maritime Adventure Splash Camp - Grades 3-4 Extended Day

$300
Calendar Next available session starts Jun 26, 2023 at 2:30 pm, runs for 1 week
5 additional sessions through Jul 31, 2023

For campers entering grades 3 & 4 in Fall 2023.

Session 1A, June 26th – June 30th
Session 2A, July 10th – July 14th
Session 2B, July 17th – July 21st
Session 3A, July 24th – July 28th
Session 3B, July 31st – August 4th
$300
No promo code required.

Session 1B, July 3rd– July 7th
$250
Due to the July 4th holiday in Session 1B, discounted rate reflects one day less.
To receive earlybird discount and $50 price adjustment, please use Promo Code $50SESSION1B during checkout.
--PROMO CODE IS ONLY VALID FOR SESSION 1B REGISTRATIONS--

Extended Day is available from 2:30pm-5pm, you must register separately and in advance. Extended Day activities include: on the water activities, beach & habitat exploration, fishing, theme-based arts & crafts.

For all the camp details, including the financial assistance application, please visit our camp website:
www.sunymaritime.edu/waterfrontcamps





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