Programs
Kinderpram Class
An easy-going, fun, introductory program for children ages 4 to 6.
The class will introduce your sailor to the Optimist dinghy and teach safety skills on/off the water. Students will learn the parts of the boat, how to read the wind, steer the rudder and trim the sail.
Class will start in the DLSS building for chalk-talk and then move to the pier for a ride in an Opti near to the shore. Students are grouped together in boats and are encouraged to work as a team.
Interactive activities help students feel excited about coming to class, make new friends and learn about sailing.
A parent or guardian is required to stay on the DLYC property for the duration of the class. Student must have a properly fitted Coast Guard approved life jacket.
Days: Fridays
Time: 4:00pm - 5:30pm
June 16, June 23, June 30, July 7 & July 14
$50 per session or $225 for all 5 sessions
Opti Program
A class intended for children ages 7 to 15.
Students are assessed by coaches during the first week and placed in the Beginner, Intermediate or Racing class based on their skill level as of that date. As soon as the student consistently demonstrates the skills necessary for their current class, coaches will contact the parent prior to moving the student to the next level.
Intermediate & Racing students will also participate in an Opti Racing Series twice a week (during class time) to help develop racing skills/tactics. An informal awards ceremony will be held at the end of the season, all students are welcome to attend!
Beginner & Intermediate class - Students can choose to sail their own Opti or the DLSS will provide a boat at no additional cost.
Racing class - Students are encouraged to purchase their own Opti however the DLSS will provide a boat at no additional cost. The student can also choose to rent an Opti for the season (if one is available.) A rented Opti will only be used by your child and a rental agreement will need to be signed. Please see the Boat Rental tab on the DLSS website for additional information.
All students are encouraged to attend regatta's appropriate for their skill level. DLSS owned Opti's can be used at regatta's. Please see the Regatta tab on the DLSS website for additional information.
Days: Mon - Thurs
Time: 8:30am - Noon
Session 1: *June 12th - July 6th $700
Session 2: July 10th - August 3rd $700
Session 1 & 2: June 12th - August 3rd $1,200
Weekly Class: June 12th, June 19th, June 26th, *July 3rd $200/week (*$150/week)
* no class on July 4th.
Early Bird Discount - Register prior to May 1st and receive a $50 discount per session. So if you register for both sessions, you will receive a total of $100 off!
Multi Session Discount - Register for Sessions 1 & 2 and receive a savings of $200.
X-Boat Program
A class intended for children up to the age of 16. An X-Boat is a two person boat, both Skipper and Crew should register separately.
Students will learn beginning to advanced boat handling skills to safely sail an X-Boat.
All students will also participate in an X-Boat Racing Series twice a week (during class time) to help develop racing skills/tactics. An informal awards ceremony will be held at the end of the season, all students are welcome to attend!
Students are encouraged to purchase their own X-Boat or they can rent one from the DLSS for the season (if available.) A rented X-Boat will only be used by your child and a rental agreement will need to be signed.
All students are encouraged to attend regatta's. DLSS rented X-Boats can be used at regatta's. Please see the Regatta tab on the DLSS website for additional information.
Days/Time: Tuesday - Thursday (1:00pm - 4:00pm), Friday (9:00am - 12:00pm)
Session 1: *June 13th - July 7th $700
Session 2: July 11th - August 4th $700
Session 1 & 2: June 13th - August 4th $1,200
Weekly Class: June 13th, June 20th, June 27th $200/week
* no class on July 4th.
Early Bird Discount - Register prior to May 1st and receive a $50 discount per session. So if you register for both sessions, you will receive a total of $100 off!
Multi Session Discount - Register for Sessions 1 & 2 and receive a savings of $200.
Private Lessons
Youth and adult sailing lessons are provided by DLSS Instructors. Scheduling will depend on availability and type of boat being sailed. To schedule a lesson, please contact: Tina Hetzler (847) 712-2125.
Lessons are held on Mondays between 1:00 to 4:00.
Opti Lesson: 1 Hour $75/Person
Boat can be supplied by the DLSS.
X-Boat Lesson: 2 Hours $150/Skipper & Crew
Boat can be supplied by the DLSS if available.
C-Boat Lesson: 2 Hours $150/Person
Boat will not be supplied by the DLSS.