1. How old must my child be?
Ten years old by Labor Day to start, but any older children can enter the program at any age. We try to group the older beginners together.

2. When is the application due?
All applications are due on the designated registration dates so we can work on classroom arrangements.

3. How will I be notified of the class time?
The class list will be posted in the glass bulletin board located on the side of the sail shed facing the clubhouse, and on the website.

4. What do the names of the classes signify (Sailor, Mate, etc.)?
The names signify advancing levels and years of participation, while the "I or II" are simply different class times of the same level instruction.

5. What type of swimmer does my child need to be?
Every child must pass a "swim test" consisting of a 25-yard swim, fully attired and wearing a life jacket. They also must be able to tread water for 3 minutes in the same garb.

The parent will be asked to sign a waiver held at the Club stating that their child can, in fact, swim without a floatation device.

6. What type of clothing should be worn?
Weather appropriate clothing to include a windbreaker or sweatshirt, rubber soled shoes (no flip-flops!). Don’t forget the sunscreen!

7. What type of life vest should I purchase?
A Coast Guard approved Type I or II PFD (personal floatation device). You can try MVP, Sports Authority, Old Salt Outfitters in Hingham or another marine store.

8. How long are the classes, how many times per week, and when do they end?
In general, the younger classes meet three times per week lasting two hours, and continue through the entire summer. The older racers may have longer sessions, extended time for regattas that may involve some travel and extra practice sessions.

9. Can I request a specific class time?
You can try, but there are no guarantees. We have coordinated class time schedules with the Swim Team and will continue to provide that service.

10. How do I find out about special events (parties, regattas, volunteer opportunities) at the club?
Posted at the Club or posted on our Web Site.

11. What happens if the weather is inclement, does the class still take place?
Depending upon wind and rain, it may be necessary to stay on land or have a shortened class time.

12. When will my child be able to take a boat without an adult sailor or instructor?
First they must have passed the Helmsman’s Test, offered to students by recommendation from the Head Instructor. This will not usually be offered prior to August of the second year of instruction.

13. Does the class fee change depending on my participation (i.e. vacation time away, other obligations)?
No… the club is a volunteer non-profit community organization. We are unable to reimburse due to the already low fee structure.

14.Where do I park when at the club?
Anyone parking at the Club circle or up above at the Lightkeepers must display a current 2008 Cohasset facilities sticker….we are often visited by the guys in Blue, and parking tickets are expensive!