Policies & Procedures
​Parent Handbook: The WSA Parent Handbook is an important resource for parents. It is full of necessary information that should be reviewed  prior to registration.​
​To Scholarship Grant terms and application link: ​All Wickford Sailing Association ​registrants are welcome to apply for a scholarship. Full or partial scholarships are awarded based upon need, not merit. Applicants are encouraged to register for their desired session at the time of application to hold their spot pending review by the scholarship committee. See the Scholaraship Link for more information 
​​Payments: A minimum of 50% of the session fee is due with registration. Any balance is due 6/1/22. Payments can be made by check or PayPal. There is a _% fee added to Pay Pal payments. If payment by check is chosen, registrations will be active immediately, but payment must be received within 2 weeks of registration, or spots will not be held.
​ Those applying for a scholarship are not required to send a deposit but must send a completed scholarship application within 2 weeks of registration or your spot will not be held.
​Cancellation policy: Full refunds less any transaction fees before 5/1/22. Refunds less transactions fees and $45 administrative fee before 6/1/22. After 6/1/22 a 50% refund will be issued only if the spot in the class can be filled.
Information and Obligations for Racing Sailors: 
  • US Sailing memberships are included with the session fee for all racing sailors. Families with family US Sailing memberships can deduct $30 from their session fee. 
  • Families are responsible for NBYA entry fees. These fees are nominal. Families may be asked to assist with logistics associated with NBYA events.
  • There may be additional costs for trailer expense associated with NBYA events.  
​Covid Policy: The WSA Covid policy will be announced on or before 5/1/22 and updated with changes to the existing Covid guidelines.
​Holidays: 4th of July will be a regular class day.
FAQs
What gear does my sailor require?

Required:
  • US COAST GUARD APPROVED PFD (person flotation device)  Type I, Type II, or Type III (non-inflatable)
  • Close-toed shoes (old sneakers work great!)
  • Refillable water bottle
  • Sunscreen
  • Mask
Recommended:
  • Swimsuit
  • Sunglasses
  • Hat
  • Towel
  • Change of clothes
  • Gear bag
  • Sailing gloves
  • Rain jacket 
What if there is inclement weather?
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Unfortunately weather conditions do not always allow for on the water lessons. Safety is our number one priority. If inclement weather conditions are forecasted we may cancel the class by sending out an email the night before. However, shoreside classes will be held on most days when sailing is restricted. We typically sail on rainy days unless there is excessive wind. 
What is the Lunch/Meal Plan?
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Each student (except for Minnows) must bring their own lunch. Please keep in mind that students will not have access to a refrigerator or microwave. A small snack for the end of the day is also suggested.
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