Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.1.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Ipswich Junior Sailing Sailing Instruction ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [News](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/news/) - Ipswich Junior Sailing in the News - [IJS Hosts Annual Greenhead Regatta 2022](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/ijs-hosts-annual-greenhead-regatta-2022/) - In case you were wondering about the youth sailing activities on Friday, July 15th at the club, IJS hosted the annual Greenhead Regatta which brought together five different youth sailing clubs from around Ipswich Bay —Sandy Bay, Essex Bay, Manchester, Annisquam and, of course, the home club. The turnout of over 40 sailors and coaches - [IJS Competition Day, 2022 is a Success, and Lots of Fun!](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/ijs-competition-day-2022-is-a-success-and-lots-of-fun/) - On Friday, August 12th, IJS also hosted its annual end of year regatta and competition day. Each year, IJS welcomes all its sailors back to the club to celebrate a great season. This year, we had 10 Opti sailors and 12 420 sailors racing in friendly competition. Many sailors were recognized in our awards ceremony - [IJS Dominates Marblehead Junior Race Week 2022!](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/ijs-dominates-marblehead-junior-race-week-2022/) - Michael Carner was the lone sailor representing the IJS Opti race team for the week. Michael had an excellent week of racing. He placed at the top of his competitive fleet consistently, and he took home first overall in the Opti Green fleet. IJS is incredibly proud of Michael for this achievement at such a - [Students use grant to study water quality in Plum Island Sound](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/students-use-grant-to-study-water-quality-in-plum-island-sound-2/) - IPSWICH — Every Friday, kids at summer sailing camp can take one of the little boats for a “free sail” and tool around Plum Island Sound. Or they can join some of the instructors and do some science by collecting and recording water samples. Read More - [Institution for Savings donates more than $819K to area nonprofits](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/institution-for-savings-donates-more-than-819k-to-area-nonprofits/) - Donations granted through the 2 Depot Square Ipswich Foundation: ... Ipswich High School — sustainability class; Ipswich Junior Sailing; Ipswich ... ## Pages - [Ipswich Junior Sailing](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/) - 2018 Ipswich Junior Sailing, Ipswich,Massachusetts, Sailing instruction for youth ages 8 to 16, sport, sailng school, community sailing - [YouthRegistration](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/register/) - Registration for 2027 will open in February. Click below to be added to our email list (if you sailed with us in 2026, you are already on the list) Updates regarding the sailing season will be shared via Instagram and our email list. If you have any questions about registration, please email us at info@ipswichjuniorsailing.org - [Schedule and Logistics](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/schedule-and-logistics/) - The 2026 Season Schedule (Dates and prices will be updated for 2027) Responsive Sailing Schedule Class Days Session 16/22-6/25 Session 26/29-7/2 Session 37/6-7/9 Session 47/13-7/16 Session 57/20-7/23 Session 67/27-7/30 Session 78/3-8/6 Session 88/10-8/13 Instructional Sessions Opti Beginner Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur 9:15 - 4:15 9:15 - 4:15 9:15 - 4:15 9:15 - 4:15 9:15 - - [Donate](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/donate/) - The Impact of Your Contribution Your donation, no matter the amount, makes a lasting impact on IJS. Contributions help cover: Replacement of aging boats and equipment, ensuring safety and reliability Upgrades to infrastructure, such as docks and moorings Changes to equipment, such as purchasing new sails for high-wind sailing To make a contribution, please use - [Classes and Boats](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/our-boats/) - This class builds on the foundational skills learned in Opti Beginner and Opti Advanced Beginner, including tacking, jibing, and rigging. Once students demonstrate mastery in steering and sail control simultaneously, they may be offered the opportunity to sail alone. Usually, sailors can sail solo in the morning and with a partner in the afternoon. Placement - [TEST-Donate](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/test-donate/) - Donate Click below to donate via credit card or PayPal. - [Meet The Staff](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/meet-the-staff/) - Meet The Staff Ipswich Junior Sailing is dedicated to fostering sailing instruction and leadership skills in its staff members and takes pride in its exceptional teaching team. The instructors at IJS embody the core values of our program and create a safe and enjoyable learning environment. Our beginner instructors are certified at the U.S. Sailing - [reg_on_hold](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/reg_on_hold/) - 2025 Registration Opens February 10th. The 2025 registration link will be posted here on February 10, at which time you will be able to click below to open our Clubspot registration page. You will automatically be placed on our email list when you complete your Clubspot registration. Updates regarding the sailing season will be shared - [Eric Getchell Scholarship Fund](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/eric-getchell-scholarship-fund/) - Eric Getchell Educational Fund This fund was established by a vote of the Ipswich Junior Sailing Board of Directors on September 9th, 2024, in memory of our dear friend and colleague, Eric Getchell. Eric was a deeply respected and much-appreciated director on the IJS board. His passion for teaching and his contribution to nautical science - [Family Sailing](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/family_sailing/) - Family Sail Why leave all the fun to the kids? Come join other adults and your sailor for casual racing or recreational sailing in 420 sailboats. Enjoy sailing with others in the Ipswich Bay on a summer evening. Current IJS sailors are free with parent/guardian registration! Either the parent or sailor must be experienced in - [Curriculum](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/curriculum/) - Curriculum and Instructional Resources Among the many resources that our US Sailing certified Senior Instructors will use to offer a rigorous and engaging program for all ages are materials developed by US Sailing. They are a mainstay of the IJS instruction. In addition, each sailor will receive an evaluation of their progress at the end - [History and Location](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/history_location/) - Ipswich Junior Sailing History The program started in the summer of 1996 by members of the Ipswich Bay Yacht Club with 4 Optimist sailboats, 1 US Sailing certified instructor and 17 students. From the beginning, IJS sought to develop and encourage interest in sailing and promote water safety and marine awareness to our community youth. - [Email Signup](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/email-signup/) - Sign Up for our Email List * indicates required Email Address *First Name Last Name Student First Name Student Last Name Phone Number /* real people should not fill this in and expect good things - do not remove this or risk form bot signups */ Back to Home Page - [Schedule and Logistics](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/schedule/) - The 2025 Season Schedule will be posted soonClick here to Register on ClubSpotFrequently Asked QuestionsTuition The program cost for 2025 has not yet been finalized. We will announce pricing details soon, including any available discounts, such as early bird and multi-session discounts. Scholarship opportunities are available to ensure the program is accessible to all interested - [Mission Statement](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/mission-statement/) - Mission Statement Ipswich Junior Sailing empowers children and families of Ipswich and surrounding communities through sailing and small boat instruction, regatta racing and onshore nautical skills instruction – developing autonomy, teamwork, curiosity and appreciation of our local marine environment. Ipswich Junior Sailing Program Ipswich Junior Sailing offers a summer sailing program for students - [Apply for Scholarship](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/scholarship_application/) - ScholarshipsIpswich Junior Sailing Scholarship Application IJS offers a limited number of scholarships annually to children currently enrolled (or seeking to be enrolled) in the program. Scholarships are based, in part, on current family income. Scholarships up to $275.00 are funded annually by IJS. Eligibility/Criteria for Scholarships 1. Scholarships are limited to children enrolled or seeking - [Board of Directors](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/board-of-directors/) - Our Team Our experienced staff of US Sailing Certified Instructors is dedicated to providing students with the highest quality instruction available. All instructors have current Red Cross Certification in CPR and First Aid. Our race coaches bring years of racing experience to the program and are US Sailing Level 1 Certified. Most of our staff - [Donation Confirmation](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/donation-confirmation-2/) - [Donation Failed](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/donation-failed-2/) - We're sorry, your donation failed to process. 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Box 364 Ipswich, MA 01938 Email for business issues: office@ipswichjuniorsailing.org Ipswich Junior Sailing classes held at: Ipswich Bay Yacht Club Quay Road Ipswich, MA 01938 Email regarding enrollment in current season and general questions: schedule@ipswichjuniorsailing.org - [Plugins List](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/plugins-list/) - plugins list [plugins_list format="{{LinkedTitle}} ({{LinkedAuthor}}) - {{Active}}{{br/}}"] bottom op ## Staff - [Tom Crawford](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/staff-member/tom-crawford/) - Tom has been sailing since the age of 10, first learning on Long Island Sound and Cape Cod, with experience ranging from New England waters to the British Virgin Islands, The Grenadines, and Greece. A longtime member of Ipswich Bay Yacht Club for more than 20 years, Tom is deeply connected to the local sailing - [Adam and Kate Gustafson](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/staff-member/gustafson/) - Adam and Kate Gustafson are longtime supporters of Ipswich Junior Sailing and are excited to serve on the board. Adam has always loved being on the water and grew up attending sailing camp, which sparked a lifelong passion for windsurfing, kitesurfing, foiling, boating, and fishing. Being active on the water has always been a central - [Sarah Gallagher](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/staff-member/sarah-gallagher/) - Sarah Gallagher Sarah joined the Board driven by a desire to give back to the IJS community after learning to sail through the program herself. She values the confidence, teamwork, and leadership skills that she learned in the program, and wants to help continue to make this experience available for future generations. She is a - [Dick Cammett](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/staff-member/dick-cammett/) - Dick joined IJS Board in 2024 after retiring from working 48 years in the Property Casualty Insurance field. Dick is a member of IBYC and lives on Great Neck in Ipswich. He is a lifelong, 60+ years, sailor and boater. He enjoyed many years of one design racing and PHRF racing along the New England - [Shawn Greene](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/staff-member/shawn-greene/) - Shawn Greene is a parent of a former IJS sailor and staff member and long-term board member. He is an engineer by training and assists with boat maintenance and storage. Shawn very generously provides boat storage for the program. - [Kyle Williams](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/staff-member/kyle-williams/) - Kyle Williams Kyle joined the board in 2024 after his son greatly enjoyed the program. A lifelong sailor and former laser racer, he has served as fleet captain at the Park City Sailing Association. He graduated from the boatbuilding and restoration program at The International Yacht Restoration School in Newport, RI, and has since refined - [Matt Hynes](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/staff-member/matt-hynes/) - Matt Hynes Matt joined the Ipswich Junior Sailing (IJS) board in 2024, inspired by the profound impact the program had on his family. His son began his sailing journey in Optis, progressed to the race team, and eventually became an apprentice instructor, experiencing firsthand the values of teamwork, perseverance, and leadership that IJS instills. Matt - [Frank Moore](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/staff-member/frank-moore-2/) - Frank Moore Frank is a retired Engineer who had a long career in the Computer-Aided-Design software field. He is a lifelong sailor, including 24 years of sailing his catboat around Ipswich Bay including witnessing the excellence of the Ipswich Junior Sailing program. Having recently joined the Ipswich Bay Yacht Club, Frank is delighted to have - [Steve Clarke](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/staff-member/steve-clarke/) - Steve Clarke Sailing for 40+ years, current boat is a Sabre 32 Past Rear Commodore, IBYC Past Treasurer of Ipswich Junior Sailing Webmaster “For young people sailing is fun, builds character, confidence and appreciation of the natural environment, and provides them with an activity that they can stay with for a lifetime. My reward is - [Peter Choma](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/staff-member/peter-choma/) - Peter is a parent of an IJS race team sailor. He joined the board in 2024 following years of corporate and PTO board membership. After growing up and living in and around New York City, he relocated with his wife to the Northshore. This afforded them the ability to be near the ocean while still - [Stephen Miles](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/staff-member/stephen-miles/) - Steve Miles is a member of the IBYC, a parent of a former IJS sailor, a volunteer at IJS and an avid 420 race participant with other volunteers (yes IJS volunteers get to race Wednesday evenings!). He grew up sailing a sunfish in Venezuela, a Vaurien in France and Tunisia, and enjoys sailing with family ## Donation Forms - [Eric Getchell Educational Scholarship Fund Form](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/donations/givewp-donation-form-2/) - [] - [GiveWP Donation Form](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/donations/givewp-donation-form/) - [] ## Categories - [Uncategorized](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/category/uncategorized/) - [News](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/category/news/) - [STEM](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/category/stem/) - [Racing](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/category/racing/) ## Tags - [Donations](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/tag/donations/) - [STEM](https://www.ipswichjuniorsailing.org/tag/stem/)