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• Connecticut Dragons Practice

  • Start
    04/19/2026
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  • End
    10/11/2026
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  • Schedule
    24 sessions
  • Location
    475 Long Wharf Drive

  
  

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• Connecticut Dragons Practice

  • Start
    04/20/2026
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  • End
    10/12/2026
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  • Schedule
    25 sessions
  • Location
    475 Long Wharf Drive

  
  

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• Connecticut Dragons Practice

  • Start
    04/22/2026
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  • End
    10/14/2026
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  • Schedule
    26 sessions
  • Location
    475 Long Wharf Drive

  
  

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• Open Sailing Summer Weekends 2026

  • Start
    05/23/2026
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  • End
    09/27/2026
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  • Schedule
    37 sessions
  • Location
    Canal Dock Boathouse

  Open Sailing Spring and Summer Weekends 1pm - 7pm.

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• Open Sailing Summer Weekdays

  • Start
    05/26/2026
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  • End
    10/02/2026
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  • Schedule
    90 sessions
  • Location
    Canal Dock Boathouse

  
  

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• Fun Summer Racing Series 2026

  • Start
    07/09/2026
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  • End
    09/03/2026
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  • Schedule
    9 sessions
  • Location
    475 Long Wharf Drive, New Haven, CT 06511

  Sail Haven's “Fun Summer Racing Series” is the perfect way for members to boost their sailing skills while enjoying some friendly competition. As you navigate around other boats and master the racecourse, you'll find your sailing becoming more instinctive. Whether you're teaming up or competing against friends, the thrill of the race is undeniable. 

  And even if you don't win, those moments of brilliance on the water can be incredibly satisfying. We’ll be racing Lasers, Sunfish and 420s. All are welcome to join in the fun, no racing experience required. All participants will be asked to help in the Race Committee Boat, again no experience required. Scores may or may not be recorded!

  Racing will be on Thursdays from 5:30pm to 7:00pm we will run as many races as possible, so please come, even if you are late. The Spring Series will include 6 evenings.

  No RSVP required to race - just show up. 

  We do ask that if you race with us, you "Check In" with the Race Committee boat.  This will allow us to record who is racing with us.

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• Sailors in the Wind, Group Sailing: SW-Sat-5

  • Start
    08/29/2026
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  • End
    09/12/2026
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  • Schedule
    3 sessions
  • Location
    Canal Dock Boathouse
  • Spaces left
    8

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  • Takes place on shore and on the water.
  • Taught in 19’ Flying Scot Daysailors.
  • Prerequisites: Sail Haven Membership, Beginner 1 (or equivalent) lessons.
  • Course goal: Fun way to improve sailing skills with a group. Curriculum is rotating and participants can request instruction of specific skills.
  • Three classes, Saturday Mornings 10 am-12:00 pm.

  
  

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• Open Sailing - Labor Day

  • When
    09/07/2026
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    1:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    Canal Dock Boathouse

  
  

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• Fun Fall Racing Series 2026

  • Start
    09/12/2026
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  • End
    10/17/2026
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    475 Long Wharf Drive, New Haven, CT 06511

  Sail Haven's “Fun Fall Racing Series” is the perfect way for members to boost their sailing skills while enjoying some friendly competition. As you navigate around other boats and master the racecourse, you'll find your sailing becoming more instinctive. Whether you're teaming up or competing against friends, the thrill of the race is undeniable. 

  And even if you don't win, those moments of brilliance on the water can be incredibly satisfying. We’ll be racing Lasers, Sunfish and 420s. All are welcome to join in the fun, no racing experience required. All participants will be asked to help in the Race Committee Boat, again no experience required. Scores may or may not be recorded!

  Racing will be Saturdays from 1:00pm to 3:00pm we will run as many races as possible, so please come, even if you are late. The series will be six Saturdays.

  No RSVP required to race - just show up. 

  Please "Check in" with the Race Committee when you arrive at the race course. Helps us keep track of who is racing with us.

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• Experienced Scullers: Fall Youth Program for High and Middle School Students

  • Start
    09/18/2026
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  • End
    10/26/2026
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  • Schedule
    18 sessions
  • Location
    Canal Dock Boathouse, 475 Long Wharf Dr, New Haven, CT 06511
  • Spaces left
    9

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  Join the New Haven Community Boathouse Youth Fall Sculling Program for an exciting opportunity to learn and develop sculling skills on the water! This comprehensive program combines both on-water training and land-based conditioning to provide a well-rounded rowing experience.

  Program Highlights

  Boat Types: Participants will have the opportunity to scull in single, double, and quattro shells, allowing for both individual skill development and team building experiences.

  Schedule & Eligibility

  • Experienced Scullers: Monday & Friday from 2:45-4:15 PM
  • Everyone: Sunday from 8:30-10:30 AM

  Experienced scullers include those who have participated in NHCB summer clinics, prior Fall/Spring programs, have gig rowing experience, and have interest in potentially competing in a local regatta in October.

  Enrollment Details

  • Class Size: Limited to 14 students per session to ensure personalized attention and safety
  • Cost: FREE for New Haven Public School students
  • Deposit: $50 refundable deposit required for program participation
  • Deposit Refund Policy: Full refund available in the first week of November for participants who attend at least once per week

  The deposit system helps ensure committed participation so program spots are reserved for families who will actively attend throughout the session.

  Registration Information

  This program is perfect for youth rowers looking to advance their sculling technique and potentially compete in local regattas. Whether you're building on summer clinic experience or continuing from previous NHCB programs, this fall session offers excellent preparation and training opportunities.

  If you have submitted a waiver and/or swim test in the past then you're all set.

  If you have any questions, please email Wendy Woolf at youthprograms@canaldock.org.

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• New Scullers: Fall Youth Program for High and Middle School Students

  • Start
    09/18/2026
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  • End
    10/26/2026
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  • Schedule
    18 sessions
  • Location
    Canal Dock Boathouse, 475 Long Wharf Dr, New Haven, CT 06511
  • Spaces left
    4

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  Join the New Haven Community Boathouse Youth Fall Sculling Program for an exciting opportunity to learn sculling skills on the water! This comprehensive program combines both on-water training and land-based conditioning to provide a well-rounded rowing experience.

  Program Highlights

  Boat Types: Participants will have the opportunity to scull in single, double, and quattro shells, allowing for both individual skill development and team building experiences.

  Schedule & Eligibility

  • New Scullers: Monday & Friday from 4:15-5:30 PM
  • Everyone: Sunday from 8:30-10:30 AM

  Enrollment Details

  • Class Size: Limited to 6 students per session to ensure personalized attention and safety
  • Cost: FREE for New Haven Public School students
  • Deposit: $50 refundable deposit required for program participation
  • Deposit Refund Policy: Full refund available in the first week of November for participants who attend at least once per week

  The deposit system helps ensure committed participation so program spots are reserved for families who will actively attend throughout the session.

  Registration Information

  If you have submitted a waiver and/or swim test in the past then you're all set.

  If you have any questions, please email Wendy Woolf at youthprograms@canaldock.org.

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• Beginner 1 Sailing Lessons: BG1-Sat-4

  • Start
    09/19/2026
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  • End
    10/10/2026
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  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    Canal Dock Boathouse
  • Spaces left
    4

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  This course covers safety, rigging, sail trim, and steering.

  • Takes place in the classroom and on-the-water.
  • Taught in 19’ Flying Scot Daysailors.
  • Prerequisites: Sail Haven Membership.
  • Course goal: Sail Haven Level 1 - Beginner rating for open sailing.
  • Four classes, Saturday mornings, 10am-1pm.

  1. Please note: if you’re unable to make the first lesson in a course you will be rescheduled into another course.
  2. The third class of this series takes place on Sunday morning October 4th, due to the Dragon Boat Festival at the boathouse on Saturday morning, October 3rd. Thank you for your understanding and patience. 
     

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• 22 Dragons Practice Sessions

  • When
    09/30/2026
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    2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    475 Long Wharf

  
  

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• 22 Dragons Practice Sessions

  • When
    10/01/2026
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    4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    475 Long Wharf

  
  

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• 22 Dragons Practice Sessions

  • When
    10/02/2026
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    4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    475 Long Wharf

  
  

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• New Haven Dragon Boat Festival

  • When
    10/03/2026
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    6:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    475 Long Wharf Drive, New Haven, CT

  New Haven Dragon Boat Festival 

  Dragon boating is a thrilling water sport that originated over 2,000 years ago in ancient China. Traditionally, it was used in rituals to honor the water dragon deity and promote community unity. Today, dragon boating has evolved into an exciting competitive sport that embodies teamwork, synchronization, and a festive spirit. Join us as a sponsor to support this amazing New Haven community-building tradition!

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• Open Sailing Fall Weekends

  • Start
    10/03/2026
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  • End
    10/25/2026
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  • Schedule
    8 sessions
  • Location
    Canal Dock Boathouse

  *Please note that open sailing on October 3 will begin an hour later on October 3rd due to a dragon boat festival occurring the same day. Open sailing on October 3 will begin at 2:00 pm on October 3. 

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• Open Sailing - Indigenous Peoples Day

  • When
    10/12/2026
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    1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    Canal Dock Boathouse

  
  

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