Treasure Coast Youth Sailing Foundation Welcomes You
About Treasure Coast Youth Sailing Foundation
The Treasure Coast Youth Sailing Foundation, Inc. (TCYSF), located at Jaycee Park in Fort Pierce, Florida is a 501(3)c non-profit corporation founded in 2006. The primary mission of TCYSF is to introduce the youth of the Treasure Coast to the joys and responsibilities of sailing while teaching safety, teamwork and the basics of sailing in a fun atmosphere.
In addition to providing a series of week long summer classes for 7-15 year olds, TCYSF also partners with local schools and homeschooling programs to provide lessons during the school year. Outside of structured courses, TCYSF offers informal, fun-oriented, one-day sailing experiences in partnership with local service organizations such as the Boys & Girls Club and the Police Athletic League. Adult lessons can also be arranged.
Contact Ernie Small at 772-480-0654, or tcysfoundation@gmail.com for additional information.
News & Updates
2026 Summer Schedule
Classes run 9 am to 3:30 pm
Monday through Friday
Week 1 June 08 - June 12
Week 2 June 15 - June 19
Week 3 June 22 - June 26
Week 4 July 06 - July 10
Week 5 July 13 - July 17
Week 6 July 20 - July 24
Week 7 July 27 - July 31
TIPS FOR STUDENT SAILORS
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Closed toe shoes are required, either boat shoes or regular sneakers that can get wet. You are encouraged to wear shoes during land activities as well as when on the water.
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You will get wet sailing, so plan on arriving in your sailing attire and/or bathing suit. Bring a towel and a change of clothes so you can change clothing each day before leaving.
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Apply sun block (at least SPF 15) and lip balm before arriving. A brimmed hat and properly filtered sunglasses with a lanyard are also strongly recommended. Bring extra sunscreen and lip balm to reapply throughout the day.
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Hydration is essential, so please bring a reusable water bottle with your name on it for replenishing throughout the day. A refrigerator is available on site if you wish to bring lunch or snacks.
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Personal Flotation Devices are required when on the water and will be provided. The use of a helmet is optional, and must be provided by the student.
Update for 2026
The Treasure Coast Youth Sailing Foundation will again be entering the regatta sponsored by the Lake Eustis Sailing Club scheduled for April 25th & 26th. This will mark the fourth year of our participation. St. Andrew’s Episcopal Academy students made up the bulk of our team, and this regatta has proven to be a fun event for them every year.
We anticipate participating in a regatta hosted by the Vero Beach Sailing Club, tentatively set for early March. The TCYSF Regatta will be held in early November, and last year proved very successful with TCYSF saIiors placing 2nd, 3rd and 4th in the Open Skiff class.
Regular summer sailing classes will be starting the second week in June and will run for seven weeks.
We will continue offering sailing days for the Police Athletic League (St. Lucie Sheriffs Association), the Courageous Kids Program (Fort Pierce Porice Department) and the Boys & Girls Club of Saint Lucie County. Similar sailing days will be arranged for any other interested program that involves working with Treasure Coast students ages 6 to 16.
An Open House is tentatively set for May 2nd where you can meet our instructors, checkout our fleet of sailboats, and sign up for summer sailing classes or adult sailing classes.