Sailing Program Handbook

Introduction

The sailing program of the Haven Beach Club (HBC) is designed to serve children ages 8–18. Children must be age 8 years (or have completed second grade) by June 1st and may not turn 19 during the calendar year in order to be eligible to sail as part of the program. All sailing activity is conducted under the supervision of our head sailing instructor and junior sailing instructors. Our sailing instructors are local sailors who have mastered sailing skills and developed a passion for the sport. Each sailing instructor is trained and certified by U.S. Sailing and is also certified in first aid and CPR.

Sailors are registered for the full HBC season. Lessons include classroom instruction, outdoor land-based instruction, physical conditioning (for older sailors) and time on the water. Instruction focuses on safety and a strong foundation in the basics. Instruction may include drills or fun games designed to demonstrate nautical skills. Classes meet rain or shine unless otherwise noted.

Younger sailors start out in a boat call an Optimist, known as an Opti. The Optimist can be sailed until the sailor is 15 years old or weighs over approximately 120 pounds.

As sailors gain experience and confidence, they graduate to Sunfish, Laser or 420s. As instructor skill sets may vary, we cannot always guarantee lessons for each boat type.

Sailors are required to supply their own boat with the exception of first year sailors who may pay a usage fee to take lessons using HBC owned Optis. The availability is on a first registered and paid basis. Specific club boats will be assigned along with a rack. After the first year, sailors are required to supply their own boat. A summer land-based slip fee is charged for all boats on club property. Used Optis, Lasers and 420's can be purchased on the island. There is no need for a sailor to purchase a new boat. If the boats are well maintained, they can generally be sold for about the same price.

All sailors must be able to pass a swim test which includes swimming 50 yards, treading water and securing a PFD (life jacket) while in the water. Sailors are required to wear water shoes at all times, have a US Coast Guard approved PFD with a whistle and follow program and club rules.

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The program runs from the third week in June until the second week in August. Specific dates for the beginning and closing of each season will be provided on an annual schedule. There will be a mandatory sailing meeting for sailors and a parent/guardian to attend on the the Sunday prior to the first class. The meeting is informative and the sailors will be able to meet their instructors. HBC also has an annual awards night for the swimming and sailing programs at the completion of the season. It is a great chance to celebrate our sailors’ hard work. We look forward to seeing you there!

Awards Our sailing instructors work closely with our sailors all season and strive to give each sailor encouragement and instruction. During our awards night, there are many sailors who are recognized for their participation in the sailing program. Over the course of the summer, there are sailors who distinguish themselves through their excellence and dedication, or improvement. Our instructors acknowledge these two sailors specifically with the following awards:

President’s Award This award is presented annually to that sailor whose outstanding achievements shine above all others regardless of age, category, or fleet.

Gehret Award The sailor who exhibits sportsmanship-like qualities, demonstrates leadership and maturity, has earned the respect of their peers, teammates and coaches, is cooperative and dedicated to the best interests of the team a person who can take loss or defeat without complaint, victory without gloating and who treats both opponents and teammates with fairness, generosity, and courtesy.

Sailing Program Goals

The Goals for all levels of the sailing program include: ● to teach sailors to be willing to try, and not be afraid of failure ● to teach responsibility for self and equipment ● to teach respect for the water, and instill a love for sailing ● to teach teamwork and good sportsmanship ● to encourage pride in Haven Beach Club

The Goals for intermediate and advanced sailors include: ● to challenge sailors and keep them interested in sailing ● to teach them to race ● to instill a passion for success ● to teach them the rules of sailing and good sportsmanship

2 ● to help them attain a level of achievement as close as possible to the top level of sailing

Policies and Expectations

The Haven Beach Club Sailing program abides by the rules and regulations of the Long Beach Island Yacht Racing Association (LBIYRA) with respect to youth sailing.

LBIYRA follows US Sailing’s Code of Conduct and each LBIYRA member club is responsible for making sure their members adhere to this code of conduct. For your convenience, US Sailing’s code of conduct is included on page 16-17 for reference.

In addition to following the U.S. Sailing Code of Conduct, Haven Beach expects the following of it sailors and sailing families: ● All students must pass the swim test in the bay, on the first day of class. This test is for the safety of all sailors and instructors. ● All sailors (with the exception of Opti Beginner 1) must arrive to sailing class 15 minutes before the start of class in order to be rigged and ready at the start of class. Your instructor cannot wait for late sailors. It is unfair to the rest of the class. ● All sailors are responsible for derigging, rinsing and racking their boats when class if complete. Sailors must derig their boat if they choose to leave during a class. Instructors will not be held responsible for equipment left out of place. This includes your personal belongings. ● Sailors are expected to come to class, rig their boats, and participate in all class activities on or off the water. HBC members and instructors are NOT responsible once a child leaves the club property. Note that if a child chooses not to participate in a sailing lesson or regatta, HBC instructors will not force him/her to do so. A parent will be contacted to pick up the child, and HBC will not provide supervision. Non-participating sailors must leave the instruction area immediately.

Class Requirements Regardless of the class in which they are enrolled, all sailors are expected to adhere to the policies and expectations of the Haven Beach Club Sailing Program. The rules are designed for their safety. Additionally, all sailors should have the following items in addition to their boats.

● Life Jacket ● Whistle ● Shoes that can get wet (no bare feet or flip flops allowed) ● Hat and sunglasses ● Wear a bathing suit ; a rash guard (with sleeves) is recommended to avoid sunburn ● Water bottle

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Sailors should wear sunscreen and bring additional as needed.

Parental Volunteerism Parents are required to volunteer during the sailing season. We are all responsible for our own sailors and if we work together we can help one another. We will use a sign-up genius to help coordinate volunteers. We will need volunteers for: ● Saturday series set up and clean up ● Transporting boats to inter-clubs and/or regattas ● LBIYRA Inter-club held a HBC ● Other activities that arise

4 Sailing Class Information

Our sailing program is based on solid instruction with a focus on the basics, safety, fun and developing a lifelong love of sailing. Lessons are progressively more challenging, with boating games, field trips, and fun. Sailors may choose to work toward joining our exceptional racing team and test the waters of clubs along the Jersey coast. Classes are held Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday. Interclub Regattas are held on Wednesdays for our racing sailors. Sailing classes are held rain or shine! Occasionally Fridays are ‘Fun Days’ which can be on or off the water.

OPTI BEGINNER 1 This class is held M, Tu, W, F. (optional Thursday possible; contact Jameson Parker) The Opti Beginner 1 class is for sailors in their first year of sailing. Sailors must be 8 years old prior to June 1st or have completed 2nd grade. The purpose of this class is to build a strong foundation for sailing and to get the kids hooked Lessons are designed to build comfort and confidence in the bay. Sailors will learn basic safety skills, terminology, rigging techniques and the basic mechanics of moving around the boat. All skills are mastered on land first before moving to the water. The sailors will start sailing independently and may even do a few fun races if they feel comfortable.

OPTI BEGINNER 2 This class is held M, Tu, W, F. (optional Thursday possible; contact Jameson Parker) Opti Beginner 2 is for sailors with one year of sailing experience (those who have completed Opti Beginner 1). All skills learned in Opti Beginner 1 are reviewed; however, curriculum moves more quickly. Lessons focus on building confidence and comfort with sailing through drills on and off the water. All skills are mastered on land first before moving to the bay. The sailors will be introduced to racing and encouraged to race in HBC club races (Saturday series) if they feel ready. They may even attend their first green fleet regatta.

OPTI INTERMEDIATE This class is held M, Tu, F (optional Thursday possible; contact Jameson Parker) Opti Intermediate is intended for sailors who have completed Opti Beginner 1 and Opti Beginner 2. All skills learned in Opti Beginner 2 are reviewed but curriculum moves more quickly. Basic racing skills are taught. Sailors are able to participate in HBC Saturday Series races as well as additional Wednesday inter-clubs and regattas as recommended by their coach. A specific regatta schedule will be discussed with parents prior to season.*

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OPTI AND SUNFISH RACING This class is held M, Tu, Th, F. Wednesdays are inter-clubs and sailors are expected to participate. The racing class focuses on more advanced aspects of racing. Class time also includes conditioning and physical fitness. Sailors are expected to participate in HBC Saturday Series, LBI inter-clubs and other local regattas as recommended by their coach. A regatta schedule will be discussed with parents prior to season. There will be no instruction at HBC on interclub days or days when the group is scheduled to attend a regatta.*

SUNFISH CRUISERS This class is held M, Tu, F Sailors in this group have some level of sailing experience. The purpose of this class is to encourage a lifelong love of sailing. The sailors will be introduced to racing and encouraged to race in HBC Saturday Series races as well as additional inter-clubs and regattas as recommended by their coach. A specific regatta schedule will be discussed with parents prior to season.

Please communicate with your sailor’s instructors respectfully. They are doing their best to instruct your children and keep all sailors safe and motivated on the water. Please remember to keep this a fun and positive experience for everyone involved.

6 HBC Saturday Series

Each Saturday morning during sailing season HBC hosts holds for club members (juniors and adults) who wish to participate. These races are a fun entry point for beginning sailors to learn about racing. The Saturday series also includes trophies for overall season performance as well as a few specific race dates. The skipper’s meeting will be held at 9:30 every Saturday and sailors must be rigged prior to the start of the meeting. While Saturday Series is for all skill levels, please ask instructors if your child is ready before attending. Otherwise they may pose a serious risk to themselves and others out on the water.

LBIYRA Inter-Clubs

The LBIYRA Junior Interclubs shall be sailed on Wednesdays, on a rotating basis, at each of the member clubs: Barnegat Light Y.C., Brant Beach Y.C., Haven Beach Club,, Spray Beach Y.C., Little Egg Harbor YC, and Surf City Y.C. The final schedule shall be approved by the LBIYRA.

Interclubs are for members of the LBIYRA only. HBC is a member of the LBIYRA and our club participates in the regattas held on the island each Wednesday during the HBC Sailing Program. The cost to participate is $10 per sailor (for lunch and awards). Each yacht club is responsible for providing coaches for their sailors. Host club provides safety boats. Coaches must register their team before each event.

Below are approximate times for interclubs (times may change depending on weather conditions):

8:30 am: Breakfast and Registration 9:30 am: Skipper’s Meeting 10:00 am: Harbor Gun for First Race 3:00 pm: No Races Begin after this time 4:00 pm: Awards

HBC will host a LBIYRA Inter-club one Wednesday of the season. All parents of racing sailors are expected to volunteer on this day. Volunteer activities include helping sailors pack their lunches, working the registration table, accompanying a committee member on a boat to record the called out sail numbers, helping with scoring, and cleaning up etc. The HBC parking lot will be closed on this day to accommodate all sailors.

7 Regattas

Regattas provide an opportunity for HBC sailors to test their skills against those of others on the island or nearby. Prior to participating in a regatta, a sailor should have participated in our HBC Saturday Series. Your sailor’s coach will let you or your sailor know when she or he is ready for a regatta.

You are responsible for signing your sailor up for the regatta. Some sign-ups are online. Others are in person. Some (e.g. Junior Olympics) require a U.S. Sailing membership and number.

Green Fleet regattas are for beginning sailors. The annual green fleet regattas on LBI are:

● Lighthouse Green Fleet Regatta @ BLYC ● BBYC Annual Opti Regatta @ BBYC ● No Fear Green Fleet Regatta @ SCYC ● Faye Bennet Mighty Ducks Green Fleet @ SBYC

Other regattas in which intermediate and/or racing sailors may choose to participate in are:

Iron Man Regatta @ Shore Acres Yacht Club1 Junior Powder Puff Regatta @ Metedeconk River Yacht Club2 Junior Commodore Regatta @ SCYC Annual Opti Regatta @ BBYC Junior Olympics @ Island Heights Club3 **

You MUST ask your instructor before signing up for any of the above regattas. Instructors have to plan accordingly to get both boats and instructors to these regattas and need warning to do this.

Parental Responsibilities

1 This regatta is not held on the island. If you wish to participate, you will need to provide your own transportation, including the transportation of your sailor’s boat. 2 This regatta is girls-only and it is not held on the island. If you wish to participate, you will need to provide your own transportation, including transportation of your sailor’s boat. 3 This regatta is not held on the island. If you wish to participate, you will need to provide your own transportation, including the transportation of your sailor’s boat.

8 Signing up for a Regatta

Only parents can sign up their child to sail in a regatta. Sailing instructors will need to know one week in advance of any regatta if your child is sailing.

See the instructors about signing up your child for a regatta to determine if that regatta is appropriate for your sailor. Your instructor will also be able to tell you if the sign up is paper or online. if you sign your child up to sail, he or she is making a commitment and, outside of an emergency, he or she is committed to racing that day.

Day Before the Regatta Parents need to help sailors load boats and pack up at the time appointed (by the instructors) prior to the regatta. It is the parents’ responsibility to arrange for transport of their child’s boat and sailing gear to and from regattas; however there are some on-island regattas to which HBC sailors might sail, be towed, or load their boats on the trailer4.

Parents are responsible for transporting: ● Boat (hull) -- unless the boats are being trailered ● Sail and spars ● Blades (centerboard and rudder) ● Dolly

Items needed at the regatta (checklist): ● Life jacket ● Whistle ● Water bottle ● Sunscreen ● Hat / Sunglasses

Regatta morning: ● Arrive at the regatta site at least one hour before the skippers’ meeting ● Know your child’s sail number and keep it consistent all summer long; do not switch sail numbers

4 We will require volunteers to help trailer the boats. Please speak to the sailing coordinator if you are able to attach a hitch to your vehicle and are comfortable transporting the boats.

9 ● Register your child (there is a regatta fee) Sign the code of conduct and/or waiver ● Assist your child with boat unloading and transport ● Let your child rig his or her own boat – parents often assist by gathering the dollies once the boats have launched.

During the regatta ● Note that HBC Instructors will assist with any questions, but are not responsible for carrying boats or rigging sails - (that’s what the HBC racing team sailors are for – to help one another) ● Parents are responsible for their sailor in the event that the sailor becomes ill or there is an emergency. If you are unable to stay at the host club for the entire day of the regatta be sure that you are available via phone.

After the regatta ● Parents are responsible for helping their sailor load the boat back on the trailer and for transporting all sailing gear back to HBC. ● Parents should assist their sailors in unload their boat and all sailing gear.

NOTE: HBC Instructors are primarily responsible for coaching / safety on the water. Instructors are happy to lend a hand, but it is the parents and sailors who are responsible for loading, transporting, and rigging/derigging boats. We will need volunteers for these jobs.

Instructors will go over lines and rigging once the boats are rigged, but will NOT rig boats.

Instructors will supervise loading and do a final check on the straps on the trailer before the trailer is driven to and from the regatta, but it is the parents and sailors who should doing the majority of the lifting.

10 Canoe Trip

Toward the end of the season, all sailors and their parents are invited to join the sailing instructors for a canoe/kayak trip in the Pine Barrens. This event is typically held on a Friday if possible. The day begins at HBC to check in and submit payment to the instructors. Everyone carpools to Mick’s Pine Barrens Canoe and Kayak Rental, 3107 Route 563, Chatsworth, NJ. After securing a life jacket and putting on sunscreen and bug spray, Mick’s transports the group and their kayaks/canoes to the starting point. Sailors, instructors and parents must provide a lunch for a stop en route to the pick up point. Just before the pick up point, sailors (and some instructors) will have the opportunity to use the rope swing. Wear old clothing and bathing suits as the mud in the river can stain.

Sail and Slide

Another HBC tradition that will take place toward the end of the season for all sailors is the Sail and Slide. This event is also typically held on a Friday if possible. Sailors meet at HBC and turn in their fee to instructors. Younger sailors will often join older sailors for the sail to Thundering Surf. During lessons the prior week the instructors and sailors have figured out what boats they will be sailing. Once the sailors have arrived at Bay Village they will enjoy time at the water park and a pizza lunch before the return sail to HBC.

11 Sailing Resources

Supplies

● Colie’s Sailmakers ● Moorhouse Sailmakers ● McLaughlin Boatworks ● Vanguard Sailboats

Yachting Organizations

● Long Beach Island Yacht Racing Association ● North Jersey Yacht Racing Association ● US Sailing Association ● United States Opti Class Association ● International Opti Dinghy Association ● Club 420 ● Inter Collegiate Yacht Racing Association ● North American Laser Class

Yacht Clubs and Beach Clubs

● Barnegat Light Yacht Club ● Brant Beach Yacht Club ● Little Egg Harbor Yacht Club ● Surf City Yacht Club ● Haven Beach Club ● Spray Beach Yacht Club

12 The Boats

Optimist (Opti)-- one sailor craft

13 Sunfish -- one or two sailor craft

14 420 -- two sailor craft

15 Laser -- one sailor

16 US Sailing Code of Conduct

Introduction water: marijuana or any other substance if possession Each competitor in a US Sailing event hereby pledges is illegal under state or federal law that he or she agrees to uphold the spirit of this US > For Junior and Youth events or for junior or youth Sailing Code of Conduct (Code). competitors in any US Sailing championship, no This Code is not intended to establish a set of rules competitor shall use or possess,either on or off the that will, by inclusion or exclusion, prescribe the water: appropriate behavior for 1. marijuana or any other substance if possession is competitors in every aspect of their participation in a illegal under state or federal law; or Championship or Qualifier. Rather, the Code offers 2. any alcoholic beverages. general principles to guide the conduct of competitors in situations that have ethical Sexual Abuse & Harassment implications. >Will abide by the US Sailing SafeSport Handbook The competitor commits to familiarization with this and US Sailing Regulation 13.04 for Sexual Abuse & Code and understands that acceptance of its Harassment. provisions is a condition of participation in a US Sailing event. Competitors who do not conform to this Physical Abuse & Assault Code will be subject to the consequences of their >Will abide by the US Sailing SafeSport Handbook actions, as and US Sailing Regulation 13.05 for Physical Abuse & specified below. The competitor has a right to a Assault. hearing if charged with a violation of this Code. Bullying & Hazing Elements of the Code >Will abide by the US Sailing SafeSport Handbook Each competitor in a US Sailing event pledges they and US Sailing Regulation 13.06 for Bullying & agree to abide by the Regulations and Bylaws of US Hazing. Sailing with regard to alleged incidences of misconduct, and by the US Sailing Enforcement of the Code SafeSport Handbook. The event is defined as running > Compliance with this Code depends primarily upon from on‐site registration to departure from the venue understanding the Code and voluntary compliance, at the conclusion of the event. secondarily upon reinforcement by peers, and, when necessary, upon enforcement through disciplinary Participation action as outlined by the RRS, the US Sailing > Will abide by The Racing Rules of Sailing (RRS), SafeSport Handbook, and the US Sailing Regulations the US Sailing SafeSport Handbook, the US Sailing and Bylaws. Regulations and Bylaws, all rules > If an incident is brought to the attention of the related to the Championship selection procedures as Organizing Authority, Host and/or the Protest specified by US Sailing, the Championship Committee for the event alleging that a competitor Conditions, the Notice of Race and the Sailing has violated this Code, the Protest Committee Instructions for the Championship or Qualifier. shall protest the competitor and conduct a hearing > Are eligible to compete under all US Sailing rules. that meets the requirements of Part 5, Section B of the RRS. The competitor has the right and option to Fair Play and Conduct voluntarily withdraw from the event rather than >Will abide by RRS 2 and 69, and the US Sailing proceeding with a hearing. If the Protest Committee SafeSport Handbook. decides that the competitor has violated the Code and is not exonerated, it may Drugs & Alcohol (a) remove some or all of the competitor’s event > Will abide by the US Sailing SafeSport Handbook. privileges or benefits, > Will abide by US Sailing Regulation 10.03 for (b) disqualify the competitor’s boat from the race or Prohibited Substances as defined below: races sailed nearest in time to that of the incident, or > For Adult US Sailing championship events, no (c) disqualify the competitor’s boat from all races in competitor shall use or possess, either on or off the the event and exclude the competitor from the event or venue.

17 Further action may be determined by the Protest boat is disqualified from the remaining races in an Committee if warranted including event. considering calling a hearing under RRS 69.2(b) or I have read the above Code and agree to abide by it remanding it to the US Sailing Review Board. as a condition of my (or if under 18, my child’s) participation. Scoring ______When a competitor withdraws from part of an event Competitor’s Signature pursuant to the Code, the scores of all completed Print Name: ______races shall stand for the purposes of determining the Date: ______seeding of subsequent rounds or stages in the Event: ______event. However, that competitor’s boat/team will no If under 18, complete the following: longer be eligible to compete in the event, shall be ______removed from the final event scores, and each Parent or Guardian’s Signature boat/team with a worse finishing place in the Print Name: ______event shall be moved up one place. The same scoring Date: ______applies if a

18 Nautical Glossary

The following is a short list of nautical terms your sailor might use. aft toward the stern keel a long, heavy fin on the bottom of the apparent wind what you feel while the boat that sticks down into the water. It ship's moving; a combination of the true provides stability wind and the wind that the boat's motion lee helm opposite of weather helm creates. mainsail the big triangular sail just aft of the bailer a device for bailing water out of the sailboat’s mast. As the name suggests, this boat is the boat’s largest and most important sail bear off turn the boat away from the wind leeward opposite of windward broad reach sailing free with the wind over lines on board a boat, this is what you say the windward back quarter. instead of “ropes.” boom thick pole running along the bottom luff up direct the sailboat into the wind edge of the mainsail on the wind sailing close hauled centerboard/daggerboard serves the pinching sailing too close to the wind (in a same purpose as the keel, but can be stalled position). raised or lowered into the water to allow for point of sail The boat’s direction relative to shallow water sailing the wind. For example, if you’re going drag backward pull caused by friction on straight into the wind, your point of sail is the hull called “in irons.” If the wind is blowing ease to let the sail out straight over the side of the boat, that’s forward toward the bow called a “beam reach.” There are 8 head up to turn the boat toward the wind commonly used points of sail. (also called luffing up) port the left side as you face the bow heeling the term for when a sailboat leans rudder attached to the tiller and sits in the over in the water, pushed by the wind water, helps change the direction of the helm where you steer the boat. Usually this boat is a big wheel, but on smaller boats it can sailing free all points of sailing other than be a tiller, which is basically a long wooden close hauled stick. Either of these can be used to control starboard the right side as you face the the boat’s rudder. bow hiking leaning out to windward in order to tack this term has two distinct meanings, hold the boat in proper trim both of them very important. As a verb, to hull the shell of the boat, which contains all tack is to change direction by turning the the internal components bow of the boat through the wind. As a in irons when the boat is going directly noun, your tack is the course you are on upwind and can't catch wind in the sails relative to the wind. jib smaller, fixed triangular sail that adds tiller attached to the rudder at the back of additional power for the mainsail the boat; used for steering jibe a turn whereby the wind moves from trim sails setting sails for maximum one side of the boat to the other across the efficiency stern and causes the sail to change sides.

19 true wind the speed and direction of the weather helm when the tiller must be held wind as felt by a bystander on the shore to windward of the centerline to keep the shooting to windward a maneuver boat on course. whereby the boat is turned into the wind and windward the side the wind is coming from control of the boat is dependent on the or the side of the boat opposite the boom. momentum left before the sails were luffed.

20 Sailor Statement of Understanding

The basic sailing course you are about to begin is an exciting and demanding challenge, but you need to be aware of what will be involved in the course and be willing to study and practice to achieve success. I authorize that in entering this sailing course I agree to obey all program rules set forth by the HBC Sailing Program Parent Handbook. I will follow the direction of my sailing instructor and the sailing director. I will be polite to adults supporting sailing activities. I will use the utmost care in the use of the boats and equipment. I will not engage in any horseplay or other disruptive behavior. I will wear an appropriately sized, coast guard approved personal flotation device (PFD) fastened correctly while during all boating activities. I understand that failure to attend regularly, arrive promptly, and abide by the rules may result in my suspension from the program.

Sailor’s Name, Print: ______

Sailor’s Signature: ______

Date: ______

21 Sailor Parent/Guardian Agreement

I understand the contents of this statement and agree to see to it that my child adheres to the program rules set forth by the HBC Sailing Program Parent Handbook: I agree to assume the obligation for the expenses of repair and/or replacement of club program equipment or member’s equipment that is attributed to my child’s reckless or irresponsible behavior. I agree to make an appointment for Parent-Instructor conference if requested. I understand that HBC’s Sailing Program operates with the support of parent or guardian volunteers and will help to the best of my ability. I understand that parents or guardians of sailors may not remain in the instruction areas or interrupt class. I understand that certain sailing program activities will require my attendance or an adult representing me. I understand that all fees must be paid before my child will be allowed to participate in the HBC Sailing Program.

Parent/Guardian Name, Print: ______

Parent/Guardian Signature: ______

Date: ______

22 Explanation of Inherent Risks and Participation Agreement for Junior Sailors

Sailor’s Name: ______Parent or Guardian: ______

Sailing is an exciting sport that involves physical exertion during the warm summer days. Your child must be physically fit, able to swim and capable of handling a boat in these conditions. There are some inherent risks to the sport. Though there are certain risks and injuries inherent in the sport they are seldom incurred while participating in a well-supervised program. These injuries include, but are not limited to: death, paralysis due to serious back and neck injuries, brain damage, damage to internal organs, serious injuries to the bones, ligaments, joints and tendons. Such injuries can result not only in temporary loss of function but also in serious impairment of future physical, psychological and social abilities, including the ability to earn a living.

In the effort to make the sport of sailing as safe as it can be, the staff will instruct sailors concerning the rules of sailing and the correct mechanics of all skills. It is vital that the athletes follow the coaches’ instructions, training rules and team policies to decrease the possibility of harm or injury.

We have read the information above concerning the risks of sailing. We understand and assume all risks and responsibilities associated with sailing. We further agree to hold Haven Beach Club, its employees, its representatives, instructors, volunteers and agents harmless in any and all liability actions, claims or legal actions in connection with participation in any activities related to participation in the HBC Sailing Program.

In signing this form, we assume the inherent risks of sailing and waive future legal action by our heir’s estate, executor, administrator assignees, family members and ourselves. We agree to abide by the rules and obligations stated in the HBC Sailing Program Parent Handbook.

NOTE: The sailor and either parents or legal guardians (if living) must sign this form before the sailor may participate in the HBC Sailing Program. If one parent or guardian is deceased, please indicate so on the appropriate line.

Signature Of Sailor: ______Date______

Signature Of Guardian: ______Date______

Signature Of 2nd Guardian: ______

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Media Release

I, the undersigned, do hereby consent and agree that Haven Beach Club, its employees, or agents have the right to take photographs, videotape, or digital recordings of the undersigned minor while participating in the HBC Sailing Program and to use these in any and all media, now or hereafter known, and exclusively for the purpose of press release. I further consent that minor’s name and identity may be revealed therein or by descriptive text or commentary. I do hereby release to Haven Beach Club, its agents, and employees all rights to exhibit this work in print and electronic form publicly or privately. I waive any rights, claims, or interest I may have to control the use of minor’s identity or likeness in whatever media used. I understand that there will be no financial or other remuneration for recording minor, either for initial or subsequent transmission or playback. I also understand that Haven Beach Club is not responsible for any expense or liability incurred as a result of my participation in this recording, including medical expenses due to any sickness or injury incurred as a result. I represent that I am the parent and/or legal guardian and am at least 18 years of age, have read and understand the foregoing statement, and am competent to execute this agreement.

Minor’s Name: ______Guardian/Parent for the undersigned (Print): ______

Guardian/Parent Signature: ______

Date: ______

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