The goal of DBMS programs is to develop students’ individual strengths, to improve their skills, and to have fun while doing so. Programs require a high standard of commitment, effort, and personal conduct. Decent, self-respecting behavior and true sportsmanship are expected of everyone (students as well as parents) while participating in the school’s program, while …
In 1960 when Longshore Club Park first opened in Westport, Connecticut, the town’s Recreation Commission sponsored a public summer boating safety course for children, called Basic Boating. With borrowed boats, and volunteer staff, the students learned safety and seamanship. In 1963 Westport acquired a fleet of 8′ fiberglass sailing dinghies, which established themselves as the …
Located in Annapolis, Maryland, SSA offers one of the best sailing programs in the country, teaching classes to junior sailors ages 6 -18 in all levels of sailing – from beginner sailor to advanced racer. In 2012, close to 400 junior sailors participated in one or more sessions at SSA, and our junior sailors participated …