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How can you make a difference in the DC Sail community?
Become one of our valued Member Volunteers.
Members of DC Sail are an essential aspect of our vibrant and active organization. We welcome your energy and enthusiasm to assist with managing our nonprofit community sailing center through the gift of time and experience. There are several areas where our programming needs would benefit from your assistance.
Please Note: DC Sail Volunteers participating in on-the-water programs are required to be paid Basic, Super, Instructor, Admiral, or Lifetime Level Members.
Instruct for DC Sail's Adult Lessons (Beginner, Intro to FJs, and Refresher Courses.)
The 2019 Sailing Season Instructor Training Weekend will take place on Saturday, April 6, 2019 and Sunday, April 7, 2019. (10:00 AM to 4:00 PM both days.)
Please scroll down to the "red box" to launch the registration link. Registration is required so that we are prepared with supplies and catering.
The Instructor Training is Mandatory Attendance for New Volunteer Instructors.
Our instructors are dedicated and skilled volunteers who undergo annual training to bring the best quality sailing instruction to the water. Many of our instructors are US Sailing Certified Instructors and have sailed in all corners of the globe.
DC Sail's adult lessons are taught by highly trained, local volunteer instructors. DC Sail is always looking for volunteers to serve in this capacity! We host a mandatory training session at the beginning of each season, and we will consider opportunities for new instructors to join our team of volunteers throughout the season.
Required qualifications for Volunteer Instructors:
- Age 21+
- Relevant sailing experience and strong skills
- Successful completion of the NASBLA approved District of Columbia Boating Safety Certification
- Ability to swim 75 yards while fully clothed
- Ability to exhibit appropriate interpersonal skills
- Participate in DC Sail training sessions
- Sign up for a Shiftboard account through www.shiftboard.com with DC Sail
- Become a DC Sail member at the Instructor rate (by invitation only!)
- A great attitude and a desire to have fun!
Recommended qualifications:
- US Sailing Small Boat Sailing
- Current CPR and First Aid Certifications
Volunteer Crew Aboard "American Spirit"
2019 Crew Training Date: Please be advised due to logistics, we will not be hosting a training session for the upcoming sailing season.
Please contact Brian McNally via email at bmcnally@dcsail.org for information and sailing requirements for serving as Volunteer Crew with the American Spirit schooner.
Volunteer Crew positions require solid sailing skills and knowledge - this is not appropriate for beginner students with less than three years of sailing related experience. Volunteer Crew are required to be an active (paid) member with DC Sail at the Basic, Instructor, Super, Lifetime, or Admiral levels. Must be age 21+.
Volunteer Instructor Training
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"American Spirit" Volunteer Crew Training
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