Junior Programs

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Junior Programs

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Junior Sailing

The SHYC Sailing Program provides a clear pathway from beginner introduction to advanced racing and high school preparation. Our programs are built around three core goals: Confidence — helping children feel comfortable on the water; Skill Development — structured progression through clearly defined levels; and Fun & Community — a social, supportive environment that keeps kids engaged. Placement is based on experience as well as age — coaches may adjust groupings to ensure the best fit.
Class Ages Time Days Price
Sea Squirts 6–7 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Mon–Thu $335
Beginner Opti 8–10 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Mon–Thu $335
Intermediate Opti / Green Fleet 9–11 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Mon–Thu $335
Adventure Sailing 10+ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Mon–Thu $335
Advanced Opti Race (R/W/B) 10–15 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Mon–Thu $335
Afternoon FEVA / 420 / ILCA 11+ 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Mon–Thu $335
Friday Add-on 8+ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Fri $100

Class Descriptions Sea Squirts (Ages 6–7) — Youngest sailors enjoy a fun introduction to boating and the waterfront with land-based learning and supervised time on club boats. Beginner Opti (Ages 8–10) — First-year Opti sailors learn rigging, points of sail, tacking, and jibing in a structured and encouraging environment. Intermediate Opti / Intro to Green Fleet (Ages 9–11) — Returning Opti sailors learn racing fundamentals including starts, mark rounding, tactics, and rules. Adventure Sailing (Ages 10+) — Introduction to larger boats including FEVAs and 420s with focus on double-handed sailing and crew coordination. Advanced Opti Race (R/W/B) (Ages 10–15) — Advanced Opti racing in Red, White, and Blue fleet levels with intensive race training. Afternoon – Advanced FEVA / 420 / ILCA Adventure and Race (Ages 11+) — Competitive racing in FEVA, 420, and ILCA class boats for experienced sailors. Friday Add-on (Ages 8+) — Optional Friday add-on for enrolled Mon–Thu sailors for additional practice and fun racing.

Junior Swimming

The SHYC Swim Program focuses on water safety, confidence, and stroke development in a fun and supportive setting. SHYC Junior Swim is designed to complement sailing and tennis — families can combine all three programs to build a complete, active summer schedule.
Class Ages Time Days Price
Intermediate/Advanced Swim AM 7–13 9 AM – 10 AM Tue–Thu $125
Beginner Swim 5–7 1 PM – 1:45 PM Tue–Thu $125
Intermediate Swim (w/ Orange Tennis) 7–10 2 PM – 4 PM Tue–Thu $125
Advanced Swim 9+ 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM Tue–Thu $125

Class Descriptions Beginner Swim (Ages 5–7) — Learn-to-swim program teaching water comfort, floating, kicking, and basic strokes. Intermediate Swim w/ Orange Tennis (Ages 7–10) — PM Intermediate Swim — schedule pairs with Orange Ball Tennis (1–2 PM). Intermediate/Advanced Swim AM (Ages 7–13) — Stroke refinement and endurance building for swimmers comfortable in the water. Advanced Swim (Ages 9+) — Competitive stroke technique, interval training, starts and turns for strong swimmers.

Junior Tennis

The SHYC Tennis Program develops strong fundamentals, match play skills, and a lifelong enjoyment of the game. Players are grouped using the USTA progression model: Red Ball (ages 5–7); Orange Ball (ages 7–10); Green Ball (ages 10–13); and Yellow Ball (ages 12+) in full competition format.

ClassAgesTimeDaysPrice
Green Ball Clinic10–1310:15 AM – 11:45 AMTue–Thu$200
Tennis Team Practice (AM)12+10:15 AM – 11:45 AMMon$150
Yellow Ball Clinic12+10:15 AM – 11:45 AMTue–Thu$200
Orange Ball Clinic7–101 PM – 2 PMTue–Thu$200
Tennis Team Matches12+1 PM – 3:30 PMFri$150
Tennis Team Practice (PM)9–131 PM – 3:30 PMMon$150
Green Ball Clinic (PM)10–132 PM – 3 PMTue–Thu$200
Red Ball Clinic5–82 PM – 2:45 PMTue–Thu$200
Yellow Ball Clinic (PM)12+4:15 PM – 5:45 PMTue–Thu$200

Class Descriptions
Red Ball Clinic (Ages 5–8) — Introduction to tennis for youngest players using low-compression red balls on a 36-foot court.
Orange Ball Clinic (Ages 7–10) — Progressive tennis instruction using orange balls on a 60-foot court.
Green Ball Clinic (Ages 10–13) — Full-court play with green balls covering all aspects of the game.
Green Ball Clinic PM (Ages 10–13) — Afternoon session — full-court play with green balls covering all aspects of the game.
Yellow Ball Clinic (Ages 12+) — AM Yellow Ball Tennis Clinic for advanced players ages 12+
Yellow Ball Clinic PM (Ages 12+) — PM Yellow Ball Tennis Clinic for advanced players ages 12+
Tennis Team Practice (AM) (Ages 12+) — Competitive team tennis for advanced players. Monday practice, Friday inter-club matches.
Tennis Team Practice (PM) (Ages 9–13) — Afternoon tennis team practice session. Focused on drills, strategy, and match preparation for competitive players.
Tennis Team Matches (Ages 12+) — Friday afternoon inter-club matches and tournaments. Players represent the club in local junior league play. Competitive match experience in a supportive team environment.