Columbia Sailing School - Youth Summer Sailing (Monroe Harbor, Chicago) camp guide

Columbia Sailing School - Youth Summer Sailing (Monroe Harbor, Chicago)

Choose a sailing course by age and experience, with classroom instruction and on-water practice.

Pram 7–9; Keelboat 9+; Feva 10–13; beginner/intermediate 420 12–18

Earlier-year details below are a planning reference, not confirmed information for the coming summer. Dates, prices and age ranges may change. We’ll update this guide as new information is published. Check the camp’s current details and available places before booking.

Location

111 N. Lake Shore Drive, Monroe Harbor.

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Dates & hours

Weekly June 8–August 14, 2026; 9am–3:30pm. No July 3 camp.

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Price

Listed sailing courses: $675 for one week; $1,040 for two; additional multiweek rates available. Confirm shortened-week price.

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Equipment & water readiness

Bring a properly fitting USCG-approved lifejacket, water, sun protection, wettable shoes, towel and spare clothes. First-day water-comfort check.

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More practical details

Groups

Pram 7–9; Keelboat 9+; Feva 10–13; beginner/intermediate 420 ages 12–18. Advanced classes require prior skills.

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Care

4–6pm: $100/week or $20/day; additional fee after 6pm. Confirm the 3:30–4pm handoff.

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Choosing activities

Adventure Kids ages 10–15 emphasizes paddling and kayaking, not sailing. Keelboat publishes a 6:1 student/instructor ratio.

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Weather

Unsafe sailing conditions mean shore/classroom activities; missed days are not prorated.

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Refund

At least 21 days ahead: refund less processing; within 20 days: half less processing; within 14 days: none.

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Sources and last checked

Last checked 2026-09-23.

2026 youth course ages, tuition and schedule

2026 reference details · 2027 details not yet verified · Published program requirements; see source years

Location2026 reference; not a 2027 promise2026 youth course ages, tuition and schedule
Groups2026 reference; not a 2027 promise2026 youth course ages, tuition and schedule
Dates & hours2026 reference; not a 2027 promise2026 youth course ages, tuition and schedule
Price2026 reference; not a 2027 promise2026 youth course ages, tuition and schedule
Care2026 reference; not a 2027 promise2026 camp equipment, aftercare and cancellation FAQ
Equipment & water readiness2026 reference; not a 2027 promise2026 camp equipment, aftercare and cancellation FAQ
Choosing activities2026 reference; not a 2027 promise2026 youth course ages, tuition and schedule
Weather2026 reference; not a 2027 promise2026 camp equipment, aftercare and cancellation FAQ
Refund reference2026 reference; not a 2027 promise2026 camp equipment, aftercare and cancellation FAQ

Questions to ask the camp

  • 2027 schedule/rates, meal provision, allergies, exact advanced-course placement and friend grouping.
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