Hudson Apprenticeship: Youth Summer Sailing Camp on J80s

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Hudson Apprenticeship: Youth Summer Sailing Camp on J80s

A day camp teaching sailing skills, water safety, teamwork and hands-on STEM on the Hoboken waterfront and New York Harbor—this guide lays out schedule, curriculum, and practical packing notes.

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Hudson Apprenticeship: Youth Summer Sailing Camp on J80s.

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Location
Weehawken Township
Operator
The Shipyard Marina - Hoboken Sailing Club
Category
Sailing
Robert Eric Crews
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At Hoboken Sailing School’s Youth Summer Camp students move between classroom lessons on shore and hands-on time aboard J80 sailboats, connecting with the Hoboken waterfront and exploring New York Harbor under the supervision of a sailing instructor. The program emphasizes sailing technique, water safety, teamwork and daily STEM modules tied to on-the-water practice.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE WATER

Hudson River & New York Harbor

Campers spend their days on the Hoboken waterfront and the adjacent New York Harbor, experiencing local currents, wind and harbor traffic as part of on-water instruction.

THE BOATS

Hands-on Sailing Aboard J80s

Instruction and practice take place aboard J80 sailboats, giving students direct experience with rigging, tacking, jibing and the teamwork required to run a keelboat.

THE LEARNING

STEM, Leadership and Water Safety

The curriculum pairs daily STEM modules with rotations into the skipper role, water-safety training and mandatory life-jacket use so campers learn nautical concepts, leadership and emergency procedures.

What the day feels like

What a Camp Day Feels Like

A typical day begins with a land-based classroom block, then moves to multi-hour on-water sessions in which campers practice sailing maneuvers and rotate leadership roles; the rhythm of instruction, sailing, lunch on shore and more sailing repeats across the week to build skills and team cohesion.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this camp suits—and why.

1
Young beginners (ages 8–12)The program accepts campers within the 8–18 age range and is structured to introduce fundamentals of sailing, making it appropriate for younger beginners within that bracket.
2
Teens (ages 13–18)Older campers can take on leadership roles aboard the J80s and engage with more advanced STEM concepts and skipper responsibilities.
3
Team playersSailing an instructional J80 is a group activity—the boat needs a minimum of three people to operate—so campers should be willing and able to work closely with peers.
4
Participants requiring flotationAll students are provided with a life jacket that must be worn while underway, making flotation devices part of the program’s standard safety protocol.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to Bring

Pack a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, athletic clothing, water and a lunch. Note that life jackets are provided and must be worn while underway.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

What ages can attend the camp?

The program is for campers ages 8–18.

What are the daily hours?

The camp runs Monday–Friday with daily hours from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM.

Where is the meeting location?

Shipyard Marina, 1301 Sinatra Drive, Hoboken, NJ.

What is the cost for one week of camp?

One Week Camp: $500.

What kind of boat will campers sail?

Campers sail aboard J80 sailboats under the supervision of a sailing instructor.

Is safety equipment provided?

Yes — all students are provided with a life jacket that must be worn while underway.

What does a typical daily schedule look like?

Typical daily schedule: 9:00–10:00 AM classroom education, 10:00 AM–12:00 PM sailing, 12:00–1:00 PM lunch on land, and 1:00–3:00 PM sailing.