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info[AT]southshoresailingschool.org
12 On the Lake
Michigan City, Indiana 46360
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
South Shore Sailing School
PO Box 245
Michigan City IN 46361
United States
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
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CAMPER AGES: 8 and older
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Session are two weeks each, Monday - Friday, with a morning and afternoon class 9am-12pm or 1pm-4pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: South Shore Sailing School is a community-based sailing organization located on Lake Michigan in Michigan City, Indiana. Our mission is to provide people of all ages the opportunity to experience the sport of sailing in a safe, fun, and sustainable environment where they build confidence, teamwork, and lifelong skills through hands-on instruction. Currently, we teach approx. 250 students on annual basis.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Sailing, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located near Washington Park in Michigan City, IN and conduct classes on Lake Michigan.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our summer youth program serves elementary through high-school–aged sailors across multiple two-week sessions, focusing primarily on beginner and intermediate instruction while fostering sportsmanship, leadership, and personal growth. The program is supported by a dedicated Board of Directors and a seasonal instructional staff committed to creating a positive experience for every student.
South Shore Sailing School also offers adult sailing programs serving the broader Lake Michigan community through learn-to-sail instruction. While this position focuses exclusively on the youth program, our adult offerings reflect the school’s growing presence and long-term vision.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We currently employ:
Director
Head Instructor
Lieutenant Instructors (1 for classroom & 1 for operations)
Regular Paid Instructors
Regular Jr. Paid Instructors
CITs (Counselors-in-Training)
CITs are volunteer positions and are eligible for paid positions after one or two years of experience.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We have limited scholarships. Inquire if financial aid is needed.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
2026 SCHEDULE
-June 15 - June 26
-June 29 - July 10
-July 13 - July 24
- July 27 - August 7
Each two-week session has a morning and afternoon class, 9am-12pm or 1pm-4pm.
Enrollment fee is $475.00.
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