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To cultivate a lifelong love of sailing and stewardship of the sea through inclusive, educational Maritime Experiences in the heart of the Caribbean.


Upcoming events

  • STEM Program A (Wednesday) Fall (September 30 - December 9)

    • September 30, 2026
    • December 09, 2026
    • St Croix Yacht Club
    • 18

    US Sailing STEM Program 

    Wednesday 12:30 - 3:30 PM

    This course is designed for middle-school aged students (ages 11-14 / grades 6-8). The US Sailing Reach STEM program is a 10-module course designed to implement STEM through sailing and hands-on learning. The course is taught by US Sailing certified instructors and will introduce students to concepts such as marine debris, wind power, and simple machines on sailboats. The goals of the course are to offer interactive and engaging activities that relate to the environment, math, and different types of technology while showing students how STEM relates to the island they are a part of. 

    Program Fee:  $250

    Facilities Fee: $75

    If a student is not a member of the St. Croix Yacht Club, then they are required to pay a facilities fee of $75 for the session. A student can become a member of the St. Croix Yacht Club, either as a Jr. member (age 13 and over) or as a child of parent(s) who are Members of the St. Croix Yacht Club. For more information on becoming a member of the St. Croix Yacht Club, contact Manager@stcroixyc.com.

    Registration:

    Registration is not complete and spot(s) will not be held until payment is received in full.

    NOTE: Registration will be automatically canceled if payment is not received within 15 minutes of completing online registration.  If registration is full, please register to the waitlist. Additional spots will be opened pending interest and instructor availability. Preference will be given to participants who can attend a full session.

    REGISTERED CLASS MAY BE CHANGED depending on the number of registrants in any class, we reserve the right to place a student in a different class from the one registered for. 

    *Classes will not meet November 25th-30th*


    SCHOLARSHIPS. Scholarships are available based on Financial Need, Motivation and Interest, Growth Potential, Recommendations from prior instructors and Scholastic competency. If you are applying for a scholarship please review the scholarship page linked here Scholarship Link and proceed with application on that page. 

    PREREQUISITES. Must be able to swim 50 yards and pass a swim test.

    REQUIRED EQUIPMENT. A U.S. Coast Guard approved Type III Personal Flotation Device (PFD) with a plastic whistle attached is required for all activities on the water and dock. If you do not own a life jacket, then the club PFDs are available. 

    RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT. Sailing gloves, Sun Protection(sunglasses, hat, long sleeves and pants, sunscreen,) Reusable water bottle, Water shoes 



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  • STEM Program B (Thursday) Fall (October 1 - December 10)

    • September 30, 2026
    • December 09, 2026
    • St Croix Yacht Club
    • 18

    US Sailing STEM Program 

    Thursday 12:30 - 3:30 PM

    This course is designed for middle-school aged students (ages 11-14 / grades 6-8). The US Sailing Reach STEM program is a 10-module course designed to implement STEM through sailing and hands-on learning. The course is taught by US Sailing certified instructors and will introduce students to concepts such as marine debris, wind power, and simple machines on sailboats. The goals of the course are to offer interactive and engaging activities that relate to the environment, math, and different types of technology while showing students how STEM relates to the island they are a part of. 

    Program Fee:  $250

    Facilities Fee: $75

    If a student is not a member of the St. Croix Yacht Club, then they are required to pay a facilities fee of $75 for the session. A student can become a member of the St. Croix Yacht Club, either as a Jr. member (age 13 and over) or as a child of parent(s) who are Members of the St. Croix Yacht Club. For more information on becoming a member of the St. Croix Yacht Club, contact Manager@stcroixyc.com.

    Registration:

    Registration is not complete and spot(s) will not be held until payment is received in full.

    NOTE: Registration will be automatically canceled if payment is not received within 15 minutes of completing online registration.  If registration is full, please register to the waitlist. Additional spots will be opened pending interest and instructor availability. Preference will be given to participants who can attend a full session.

    REGISTERED CLASS MAY BE CHANGED depending on the number of registrants in any class, we reserve the right to place a student in a different class from the one registered for. 

    *Classes will not meet November 25th-30th*

    SCHOLARSHIPS. Scholarships are available based on Financial Need, Motivation and Interest, Growth Potential, Recommendations from prior instructors and Scholastic competency. If you are applying for a scholarship please review the scholarship page linked here Scholarship Link and proceed with application on that page. 

    PREREQUISITES. Must be able to swim 50 yards and pass a swim test.

    REQUIRED EQUIPMENT. A U.S. Coast Guard approved Type III Personal Flotation Device (PFD) with a plastic whistle attached is required for all activities on the water and dock. If you do not own a life jacket, then the club PFDs are available. 

    RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT. Sailing gloves, Sun Protection(sunglasses, hat, long sleeves and pants, sunscreen,) Reusable water bottle, Water shoes 



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  • Youth Sailing Team Fall 2 (11/3 - 12/19)

    • November 03, 2026
    • December 19, 2026
    • 18 sessions
    • St Croix Yacht Club
    • 13
    Register

    Youth Sailing Team Program

    Tuesday 4:00 - 6:00 PM

    Thursday 4:00 - 6:00 PM

    Saturday 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM

    *NO CLASSES NOVEMBER 25TH-28TH*


    Sailors must weigh at least 100 pounds and be in the seventh grade.

    To participate in this class, students must demonstrate ability to control the boat, work as a team, and be motivated to improve. Focuses on boat handling and racing skills, rules and tactics. Students will learn spinnaker and trapeze for the c420. The Youth Sailing Team may include 420's and ILCA’s. Sailors must be proficient in sailing in the class of boat used. SCYCSA coaches will be available for on island regattas. SCYCSA is willing to support coaching sailors at off island regattas based on availability, sailor skill level, and number of sailors.

    Program Fee: $380

    Boat Use /Facilities Fee: $150

    If a student does not own their own sailing dinghy or have free access to one as a member of the St. Croix Yacht Club, then they are required to pay a boat use/facilities fee of $150 per session. A student can become a member of the St. Croix Yacht Club, either as a Jr. member (age 13 and over) or as a child of parent(s) who are Members of the St. Croix Yacht Club. For more information on becoming a member of the St. Croix Yacht Club, contact Manager@stcroixyc.com.

    Registration:

    Registration is not complete and spot(s) will not be held until payment is received in full.

    NOTE: Registration will be automatically canceled if payment is not received within 15 minutes of completing online registration.  If registration is full, please register to the waitlist. Additional spots will be opened pending interest and instructor availability. Preference will be given to participants who can attend a full session.

    REGISTERED CLASS MAY BE CHANGED. Depending on a sailor’s skill, competency and performance and/or depending on the number of registrants in any class, we reserve the right to place a student in a different class from the one registered for. 


    SCHOLARSHIPS. Scholarships are available based on Financial Need, Motivation and Interest, Growth Potential, Recommendations from prior instructors and Scholastic competency. If you are applying for a scholarship please review the scholarship page linked here Scholarship Link and proceed with application on that page. 

    PREREQUISITES. Must be able to swim 50 yards and pass a swim test.

    REQUIRED EQUIPMENT. A U.S. Coast Guard approved Type III Personal Flotation Device (PFD) with a plastic whistle attached is required for all activities on the water and dock. If you do not own a life jacket, then the club PFDs are available. 

    RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT. Sailing gloves, Sun Protection(sunglasses, hat, long sleeves and pants, sunscreen,) Reusable water bottle, Water shoes 



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  • Opti Development Fall 2 (11/3 - 12/19)

    • November 04, 2026
    • December 19, 2026
    • 12 sessions
    • St Croix Yacht Club
    • 14
    Register

    Opti Development 

    Wednesday 4:00 - 6:00 PM

    Saturday 1:30 - 5:00 PM

    *NO CLASSES NOVEMBER 25TH-28TH*

    Sailors must be at least 7 years old and have prior sailing experience.

    To participate in this class, students must demonstrate ability to control the boat, work as a team, and be motivated to improve. Focuses on boat handling, sailor confidence, self sufficiency. Students will be introduced to racing or work on continued development of their racing skills. Sailors must be proficient in sailing in the opti. SCYCSA coaches will be available for on island regattas. SCYCSA is willing to support coaching sailors at off island regattas based on availability, sailor skill level, and number of sailors.

    Program Fee:  $280

    Boat Use /Facilities Fee: $150; $100 if sailor has their own boat 

    If a student is not a member of the St. Croix Yacht Club, then they are required to pay a boat use/facilities fee of $150 per session. A student can become a member of the St. Croix Yacht Club, either as a Jr. member (age 13 and over) or as a child of parent(s) who are Members of the St. Croix Yacht Club. For more information on becoming a member of the St. Croix Yacht Club, contact Manager@stcroixyc.com.

    Registration:

    Registration is not complete and spot(s) will not be held until payment is received in full.

    NOTE: Registration will be automatically canceled if payment is not received within 15 minutes of completing online registration.  If registration is full, please register to the waitlist. Additional spots will be opened pending interest and instructor availability. Preference will be given to participants who can attend a full session.

    REGISTERED CLASS MAY BE CHANGED. Depending on a sailor’s skill, competency and performance and/or depending on the number of registrants in any class, we reserve the right to place a student in a different class from the one registered for. 


    SCHOLARSHIPS. Scholarships are available based on Financial Need, Motivation and Interest, Growth Potential, Recommendations from prior instructors and Scholastic competency. If you are applying for a scholarship please review the scholarship page linked here Scholarship Link and proceed with application on that page. 

    PREREQUISITES. Must be able to swim 50 yards and pass a swim test.

    REQUIRED EQUIPMENT. A U.S. Coast Guard approved Type III Personal Flotation Device (PFD) with a plastic whistle attached is required for all activities on the water and dock. If you do not own a life jacket, then the club PFDs are available.

    RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT. Sailing gloves, Sun Protection(sunglasses, hat, long sleeves and pants, sunscreen,) Reusable water bottle, Water shoes 



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  • Opti Beginner Fall 2 (11/12 - 12/19)

    • November 12, 2026
    • December 19, 2026
    • 10 sessions
    • St Croix Yacht Club
    • 18

    Opti Beginner 

    Thursday 4:00 - 6:00 PM

    Saturday 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM

    *NO CLASSES NOVEMBER 26TH OR 28TH*

    Sailors must be at least 6 years old.

    This class is designed for young sailors with no sailing experience. Sailors will learn about parts of the boat, rigging, boat handling, and how to have fun on the water! To participate in this class, students must be ready to work as a team, and be motivated to learn and improve. Focuses on sailing fundamentals, sailor confidence, self sufficiency, and teaching a love of sailing.

    Program Fee:  $250

    Boat Use /Facilities Fee: $100; $75 for owning your own boat

    If a student is not a member of the St. Croix Yacht Club, then they are required to pay a boat use/facilities fee of $100 per session. A student can become a member of the St. Croix Yacht Club, either as a Jr. member (age 13 and over) or as a child of parent(s) who are Members of the St. Croix Yacht Club. For more information on becoming a member of the St. Croix Yacht Club, contact Manager@stcroixyc.com.

    Registration:

    Registration is not complete and spot(s) will not be held until payment is received in full.

    NOTE: Registration will be automatically canceled if payment is not received within 15 minutes of completing online registration.  If registration is full, please register to the waitlist. Additional spots will be opened pending interest and instructor availability. Preference will be given to participants who can attend a full session.

    REGISTERED CLASS MAY BE CHANGED. Depending on a sailor’s skill, competency and performance and/or depending on the number of registrants in any class, we reserve the right to place a student in a different class from the one registered for. 


    SCHOLARSHIPS. Scholarships are available based on Financial Need, Motivation and Interest, Growth Potential, Recommendations from prior instructors and Scholastic competency. If you are applying for a scholarship please review the scholarship page linked here Scholarship Link and proceed with application on that page. 

    PREREQUISITES. Must be able to swim 50 yards and pass a swim test.

    REQUIRED EQUIPMENT. A U.S. Coast Guard approved Type III Personal Flotation Device (PFD) with a plastic whistle attached is required for all activities on the water and dock. If you do not own a life jacket, then the club PFDs are available. 

    RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT. Sailing gloves, Sun Protection(sunglasses, hat, long sleeves and pants, sunscreen,) Reusable water bottle, Water shoes 



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  • SCYCSA LOW COUNTRY BOIL Fundraiser 11/21

    • November 21, 2026
    • 6:00 PM
    • St Croix Yacht Club
    • 5 registrants
    Register


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  • Holiday Sailing

    • December 28, 2026
    • January 08, 2027
    • 2 sessions
    • St Croix Yacht Club
    • 18
    Register

    Holiday Sailing

    Session 1: December 28, 29, 30, 31

    Session 2: January 4, 5, 7, 8 (No class on Three Kings Day, January 6)

    9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

    Sailors must be at least 6 years old.

    This class is designed for young sailors with no sailing experience. Sailors will learn about parts of the boat, rigging, boat handling, and how to have fun on the water! To participate in this class, students must be ready to work as a team, and be motivated to learn and explore. Focuses on sailing fundamentals, sailor confidence, self sufficiency, and teaching a love of sailing.

    Program Fee:  $240 per session

    Boat Use /Facilities Fee: $50

    If a student is not a member of the St. Croix Yacht Club, then they are required to pay a boat use/facilities fee of $50 per session. A student can become a member of the St. Croix Yacht Club, either as a Jr. member (age 13 and over) or as a child of parent(s) who are Members of the St. Croix Yacht Club. For more information on becoming a member of the St. Croix Yacht Club, contact Manager@stcroixyc.com.

    Registration:

    Registration is not complete and spot(s) will not be held until payment is received in full.

    NOTE: Registration will be automatically canceled if payment is not received within 15 minutes of completing online registration.  If registration is full, please register to the waitlist. Additional spots will be opened pending interest and instructor availability. Preference will be given to participants who can attend a full session.

    REGISTERED CLASS MAY BE CHANGED. Depending on the number of registrants in any class, we reserve the right to place a student in a different class from the one registered for. 


    SCHOLARSHIPS. Scholarships are available based on Financial Need, Motivation and Interest, Growth Potential, Recommendations from prior instructors and Scholastic competency. If you are applying for a scholarship please review the scholarship page linked here Scholarship Link and proceed with application on that page. 

    PREREQUISITES. Must be able to swim 50 yards and pass a swim test.

    REQUIRED EQUIPMENT. A U.S. Coast Guard approved Type III Personal Flotation Device (PFD) with a plastic whistle attached is required for all activities on the water and dock. If you do not own a life jacket, then the club PFDs are available. 

    RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT. Sailing gloves, Sun Protection(sunglasses, hat, long sleeves and pants, sunscreen,) Reusable water bottle, Water shoes 



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Visit the St. Croix Yacht Club website for additional regattas and events

MISSION STATEMENT

St. Croix Yacht Club Sailing Association, Inc. will provide educational opportunities for youth and adults in the community of St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands through accessible educational sailing programs, and will promote amateur athletics through sailboat racing competitions and other community-based sailing events, fostering a passion for the sport of sailing while promoting teamwork, sportsmanship, skills in seamanship, self-confidence, and environmental respect. As a subsidiary of the St. Croix Yacht Club, we are dedicated to expanding the reach of sailing and making its benefit available to all.



Contact Us:


Phone:  340-773-9531

Email: sailing@scycsa.org 


Mailing Address:

St. Croix Yacht Club Sailing Association Inc.
5100 Teague Bay
Christiansted, USVI 00820

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