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Comp Dev Coach Review

This webpage is not public and is for the sole use of appointed members of the CANSail Race Development Coach Review Team (November 2011).

PROGRAM FILES -

Acknowledgements

Analyzing Performance Feedback and Video Skills

Coach Leadership

Evaluation Checklist

Program Pathway to Certification

Program Design Management

Sport Science Module

Structuring a Practice

Supporting Competitive Experiences

Tactics Strategy

Laser Radial Guide

Skiff Guide

NCCP Code of Ethics

CYA Coach Code of Conduct

Development Coach Program - Selection Criteria

Development Coach Program - Grandfathering Recommendation

 

 

Wet Feet

CYA Wet Feet - Official Launch

The CYA is pleased to announce that the Wet Feet Program has been launched nationally! The program, which was developed by BC sailing focuses on making younge children feel comfortable around, near, on and in the water while using an optimist dinghy. All skills are taught, practiced and developed using fun games and activities both on and off the water.

Information for clubs:

Instructor Nomination Flyer & Form - To  be sent to clubs & schools encouraging them to nominate instructors for Wet Feet training opportunities in your province! Be sure to add your PSA logo and submission information.

Wet Feet Promo Flyer #1  /  Wet Feet Promo Flyer #2 - These flyers can be provided to clubs that are planning to offer CYA Wet Feet programming. They can be personalized and used by clubs / schools or  simply refered to as a sample if they are creating their own flyer.

 

CYA Wet Feet Instructor & Trainer Eligibility (information for PSA's):

CYA Wet Feet Instructor Eligibility

CYA Wet Feet Module Accredited Trainer Eligibility

CYA Wet Feet Module Trainer - Application Form - To be submitted to CYA

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DRAFT CANSail Dinghy Programming Framework - Working File

National Volunteering Awards

 

CYA Volunteer of the Year Award

Nomination form

The CYA Volunteer of the Year Award was established in 1991 to recognise outstanding contributions by CYA volunteers. The contribution can be related to activities by the candidate(s) over a period of years or to a specific event or program during a particular year. The candidate(s) must:

a) Have shown leadership qualities with respect to the event or activity.

b) Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada.

c) The award cannot be awarded to a current director or employee of the Canadian Yachting Association.

Previous winners:

2010 Mike Heseltine
2009 Hugh Drake
2008 Tracy Terry
2007 Timothy Irwin
2006 Darin McRae
2005 Lynne Beal
2004 Guy Walters
2003 Kathy Campbell
2002 Kathryn Crowder
2001 Don Pearson and Craig Coleman
2000 Keith Hobbs
1999 David Pelling
1998 Graeme Hayward
1997 Robert O'Brian
1996 Fie Hulsker
1995 Michael Eames
1994 Volunteers of the "1994 IYRU World Boardsailing Championships"
1993 Carole Pearcy
1992 Jack Cameron
1991 Livius Sherwood

National Programming Awards

William Abbott Senior Award

Nomination form

In 1991, at the second annual CYA Sail Training Symposium, the Sarnia Yacht Club donated a trophy in honour of William Abbott Senior, who as well as being one of Canada's best known yacht builders, has contributed significantly to sail training at Sarnia Yacht Club.

The purpose of the trophy is to recognize the many fine programs run by dedicated volunteers throughout Canada and to share the information among clubs for the improvement of their sail-training programs. In order to be eligible, the nominated program must:

a) Be run by a club or school member in good standing of the Canadian Yachting Association.

b) Employ CYA certified instructor(s).

c) Follow the CYA program and use the CYA material.

Previous winners:

2009 Ontario Sailing BOOM and Access BOOM Program
2008 Nepean Sailing School
2007 WaveSkills Sailing School, Charlottetown, PE
2006 Regional Cadet Support Unit Pacific
2005 Kingston Yacht Club
2004 Britannia Yacht Club, Ottawa, ON
2003 Parry Sound Sailing School, division of Sail Parry Sound, Inc.
2002 Royal Hamilton Yacht Club, Hamilton, ON
2001 Burrard Yacht Club, North Vancouver, B.C.
2000 Central Okanagan Sailing Association, B.C.
1999 Lake of Bays Sailing Club, ON
1998 Royal Newfoundland Yacht Club, NFLD
1997 Royal Hamilton Yacht Club, ON
1996 Ottawa Sailing School, ON.
1995 Niagara on the Lake Sailing Club, ON
1994 Bedford Basin Yacht Club, NS
1993 Hamilton West Sailing Adventures, ON
1992 Sarnia Yacht Club, Sarnia, ON
1991 Central Okanagan Sailing Association, BC

 

CYA Recreation Event Award

Nomination form

This award was established in 1997 to recognize a club, an organization, an individual or a group that has contributed to the promotion of recreational sailing in Canada.

The club, organization or individual nominated for this award must be Canadian based, and affiliated with the Canadian Yachting Association.

Previous winners:

2009 La Course Jacques Cartier & Sail Parry Sound – the Big Sound Challenge
2008 Ontario Sailing BOOM Program
2007 Not Awarded
2006 Royal Canadian Sea Cadets
2005 Broad Reach Foundation
2004 Starlight Starbright Children’s Family Day
2003 Regional Cadet Support Unit Pacific
2002 Boat for Hope
2001 OSA's BOOM Programme
2000 Tall ships 2000 & Agnes McLean
1999 Easter Seals Regatta
1998 Edward Walentynowicz & Maciej Smaja
1997 Newfoundland Flotilla

 

National Sailor Awards

Rolex Sailor of the Year Award

Nomination form

The Rolex Sailor of the Year Award, CYA's most prestigious award, is presented annually to a Canadian sailor for bringing recognition to Canadian sailing and the Canadian Yachting Association (CYA).

The award was first presented in 1986 to America's Cup supporter Paul Phelan, who successfully organised a merger between Canada's top 12-meter syndicates. The individual nominated for this award must:

a) Have been significantly involved in an activity that, from September 1, 2009 to December 31, 2010 has provided recognition to Canadian sailing and the Canadian Yachting Association. Priority in recipient selection will be given to individuals who have attained high levels of excellence in Olympic/Paralympic class sailboat competition during the award year. However, other results and accomplishments will be considered.

b) Have shown leadership qualities with respect to the event or activity.

c) Have demonstrated sportsmanship and gained the respect of fellow sailors.

d) Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada.

Previous winners:

2009 Curtis Florence
2008 Paul Tingley
2007 Evert Bastet
2006 Michael Leigh
2005 Chris Cook
2004 Ross MacDonald and Mike Wolfs
2003 Derek Hatfield
2002 Stephen Tupper
2001 Terry McLaughlin
2000 Livius Sherwood
1999 Richard Clarke
1998 Dirk Kneulman
1997 Gerry Roufs
1996 Bill Abbott, Joanne Abbott and Brad Boston
1995 Ross Cameron
1994 Paul Henderson
1993 Karen Johnson, Jennifer Normand, Suzanne Calladine and Cathy McPherson
1992 Ross Macdonald and Eric Jespersen
1991 Hank Lammens
1990 Ross Macdonald
1989 Andre Julien
1988 Lawrence Lemieux
1987 John Hughes
1986 Paul J. Phelan, CM

CYA Female Athlete of the Year Award

Nomination form

The Female Athlete of the Year is awarded to an individual athlete or crew with a record of outstanding achievement in national and international competition. The nominated athlete(s) must:

a) Have a record of outstanding achievement in national and international competition from September 1, 2009 to December 31, 2010, and brought recognition to Canadian competitive sailing. Priority will be given to athlete results from international Olympic/Paralympic class competition in North American and ISAF Graded events. However, please note that other sailing accomplishments will be considered.

b) Through behaviour and manner, have set an example for other competitors.

c) Have demonstrated leadership and sportsmanship.

d) Be female.

e) Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada.

Previous winners:

2009 Nikola Girke
2008 Stacie Louttit
2007 Dominique Vallée
2006 Lisa Ross
2005 Jennifer Spalding
2004 Jen Provan and Nikola Girke
2003 Keamia Rasa
2002 Jennifer Spalding
2001 Jen Provan and Nikola Girke
2000 Beth Calkin
1999 Kelly Hand
1998 Kathryn Ruddy
1997 Joanne Abbott
1996 Joanne Abbott
1995 Caroll-Ann Alie
1994 Tine Moberg-Parker
1993 Lindsay Staniforth and Ali Matthews
1992 Penny Davis and Sarah McLean
1991 Shona Moss
1990 Edithe Trepanier
1989 Shona Moss
1988 Caroll-Ann Alie
1987 Judy Lugar and Morag McLean
1986 Karen and Gail Johnson

CYA Male Athlete of the Year Award

Nomination form

The Male Athlete of the Year is awarded to an individual athlete or crew with a record of outstanding achievement in national and international competition. The nominated athlete(s) must:

a) Have a record of outstanding achievement in national and international competition from September 1, 2009 to December 31, 2010, and brought recognition to Canadian competitive sailing. Priority will be given to athlete results from international Olympic/Paralympic class competition in North American and ISAF Graded events. However, please note that other sailing accomplishments will be considered.

b) Through behaviour and manner, have set an example for other competitors.

c) Have demonstrated leadership and sportsmanship.

d) Be male.

e) Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada.

Previous winners:

2009 David Wright
2008 Oskar Johansson and Kevin Stittle
2007 Bruce Millar
2006 Luke Ramsay
2005 Paul Tingley
2004 Ross MacDonald and Mike Wolfs
2003 Bernard Luttmer
2002 Bernard Luttmer
2001 Chris Cook
2000 David Williams, Paul Tingley, Brian MacDonald & Jamie Whitman
1999 Eric Holden
1998 John Clarke
1997 Mike Simms
1996 David Cook, Ken Kelly and Kirk Westergaard
1995 Hank Lammens
1994 Ross Macdonald and Eric Jespersen
1993 Richard Clarke
1992 David Sweeney and Kevin Smith
1991 Lawrence Lemieux
1990 Hank Lammens
1989 Peter Hall, Alain Boucher and Mark Osterman
1988 Frank McLaughlin and John Millen
1987 Ross Macdonald and Bruce Macdonald
1986 Hans Fogh

 

The Marvin McDill Memorial Award was established to honour the man who returned Canada to the America's Cup Competition in 1983.

Also known as the Canadian Sailing Team Rookie of the Year Award, the Marvin McDill Award is presented annually to the athlete/crew with the best results at their first Open World Championship as a member of the Canadian Sailing Team.

The determination of best performance is based on the percentage (%) of boats finishing behind the athlete (crew) at his/her first participation as a member of the Canadian Sailing Team in an Open World Championship.

Previous winners:

2009 Lee Parkhill
2008 Isabella Bertold
2007 Abe Torchinsky
2006 Michael Kalin
2004 Bruce Millar
2003 Zachary Plavsic
2002 Andrew Childs
2001 Jen Provan and Nikola Girke
2000 Tony Snell & David Caesar
1999 Paul Sustronk
1998 Danny McCoy
1997 Rachel Dennis
1996 Nathaniel Stoffelsma
1995 Jamie Boyden
1994 Pierre-Olivier Roy and James Sauter
1993 Alain Bolduc
1992 Shona Moss
1991 Hank Lammens

 

Nathan R. Cowan Memorial Award for Developing Sailors

Nomination form 

Friends and family of Nathan Cowan donated this award to the CYA in 2002 to honour the memory of Nathan Cowan, a Canadian Sailing Team member, who died tragically in a car accident on February 16, 2002. In 2002, after years of determination and persistence, Nathan finally achieved his goal of making the National Team. Nathan’s friends and family have designed the criteria of this award in order to support athletes like Nathan, and help them through these years of hard work. In order to be eligible, the candidate must:

a) Have a record of outstanding achievement in national and international competition, have followed a committed training program during the award year, and brought recognition to Canadian competitive sailing.

b) Have demonstrated an effort in fundraising through sponsorship and private contributions.

c) Be 19 or over as of December 31st in the year of nomination.

d) Must not be a member of the Canadian Sailing Team, or be a carded athlete during the award year.

e) Have demonstrated leadership and sportsmanship.

f) Be a Canadian Citizen or permanent resident of Canada.

Previous winners:

2009 Robert Davis
2008 Lee Parkhill
2007 Stéphane Locas & Oliver Bone
2005 Marc Farmer and Trevor Parekh
2004 David Wright
2003 Conner Higgins

Bill Burk Memorial Youth Elite Award

Nomination form 

 As of 2003, both a male and a female youth athlete will be selected for this award

This award was donated to the CYA in 1997 by the Burk family to honor the memory of Bill Burk, their father, an active promoter of youth sailing in the Montreal's West Island region. As of 2003, this award may recognize a top male and female sailor. In order to be eligible, the candidate must:

a) Have a record of outstanding achievement in national and international youth competition from September 1, 2009 to December 31, 2010, and brought recognition to Canadian competitive sailing. The following events will be considered foremost (although not exclusively) in the selection of a male and female recipient: 1) Youth Worlds, 2) International youth events recognized by ISAF 3) CYA Canadian Youth Sailing Championships

b) Through behaviour and manner, have set an example for other youth competitors.

c) Have demonstrated leadership and sportsmanship.

d) Be 18-and-under as of December 31st in the year of nomination.

e) Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada.

2009 Isabella Bertold and Alex Heinzemann
2008 Robert Davis and Isabella Bertold
2007 Robert Davis and Isabella Bertold
2006 Luke Ramsay and Hayley McLean
2005 Luke Ramsay and Hayley McLean
2004 Nicole Bastet and John Romanko
2003 Nicole Bastet and Alex Steele
2002 Conner Higgins
2001 Mike Leigh
2000 Matt Johnston
1999 Genevieve Gaudreau
1998 Mike Todd
1997 Bernard Luttmer

 

Gerry Roufs Trophy

Nomination form

This award was established in 1998 by the Canadian Yachting Association to honour the memory of Gerry Roufs, the internationally renowned Canadian sailor and single-handed offshore racer who was lost at sea in 1997.

The award is presented to the person whose achievement in international offshore racing has had significant impact on the recognition of sailing in Canada.

Previous winners:

2009 not awarded
2008 not awarded
2007 Not awarded
2006 Not awarded
2005 Hal Davies
2004 Not awarded
2003 Derek Hatfield
2002 Richard Clarke
2001 Not awarded
2000 Roberta Holden
1999 Ross Macdonald
1998 Curtis Blewett

Find an Official

 Find an Official:

This search function lists all officials who have listed themselves as 'Available' as a Race Official. Race Officials who would like their information shown in this search must login to their CYA profile & edit their availability.

Find a Judge
Find a Race Officer
Find an Umpire
Find a Measurer

All Race Officials:

Some Officials have chosen to not have their contact information displayed. The link below will show you a list of all Officials in Canada:

All Race Officials in Canada

To contact a Race Official using this search, you can do so by either logging-into the secure Member’s Area using the ‘log-in’ button at the top of this page or by contacting

 

Women in Officiating

Stay tuned for upcoming opportunities for Women in Officiating!

Official Training Seminars

Click here for a list of CYA Race Official Training Seminars.

Coach and Instructor Clinics

CYA Coach & Instructor clinics are delivered provincially by our Provincial Sailing Associations. For clinics & training opporutnities that have been listed on the CYA website by the course provider please click here, for full clinic schedules please visit your Provincial Sailing Association's website.

Learning Facilitator and Instructor Evaluator Clinics are nationally organized and delivered on an annual basis or when the need for a specific clinic is identified. National clinic dates and information can be found on the Instructor / Coach Training Events webpage.

National Coaching Awards

This award was established in 1998 to recognize an instructor/coach who has contributed to the advancement of sailing at the club/school level. The candidate must:

a) Be a CYA Learn to Sail Instructor/Coach Level 1, 2 or 3 in good standing with the Canadian Yachting Association.

b) Have shown leadership qualities with respect to the programs at club or community level.

c) Through his/her behaviour and manner, have set an example for other instructors/coaches.

d) Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada.

Previous winners:

2009 Lennie Liscio
2008 Steve McBride
2007 Kevin Eames
2006 Sarah Urquhart
2004 Cam Watt
2003 Lee Simms
2002 Kimberley Case
2001 Anton Mihic
2000 Tommy Wharton
1999 Wes Smith
1998 Krzysztof Machnowski

 

Women in Coaching

The Coaches Association of Canada's Women in Coaching program is a national campaign to increase the number of opportunities for female coaches in Canada. To learn more about the CAC Women in Coaching program click here!

How to Become an Instructor

Coaches and Instructors

Coach & Instructor Resource Page

How to Become a CYA Coach

Coach Development Programs

Coaching Association of Canada

Each year, over 1200 qualified CYA instructors/coaches teach sailing, cruising, racing, navigation, windsurfing and power boating skills to over 40,000 boating enthusiasts. The CYA instructor and coach certification program ensures that the public receives instruction from a proficient and trained professional. Only registered instructors may award CYA level standards.

Registered CYA Instructors and Coaches receive the following benefits: Don't miss out!

• Only CYA-registered instructors & coaches are authorized to award CYA certification levels.
• You have the option to post your current instructor/coach levels & email address to CYA’s website, which will allow you to be contacted by potential customers and employers.
• The CYA website hosts a job posting board where instructors can view current job offers.
• Registered CYA instructor and coaches are eligible to attend professional development modules at provincial & national clinics.
• Registered Instructors and Coaches have access to CYA’s library of training resources and achievement awards.
• You will receive liability coverage of $5,000,000 under CYA’s Instructor Liability Insurance policy, which is available as a result of a special partnership with Thompson Jemmet Vogelzang. Click here for a copy of the instructor insurance coverage policy

Coach & Instructor Registration

CYA Coachs & Instructors must register each year in order to deliver CYA programs and award CYA sailor levels. Register now through your CYA member profile!

Replacement Coach / Instructor Certification Cards

Replacement cards cost $12.00 (plus 13% HST). To obtain a replacement card, please contact  ,   or 1-877-416-4720 ext. 116.

 

Available Instructors and Coaches

All Available, Registered CYA Instructors and Coaches in Canada

This is a list of only those instructors who have registered in the current year, and listed themselves as available in their Member Profiles.

Registered Instructors and Coaches

All Registered CYA Instructors and Coaches in Canada

This is a comprehensive list of all registered CYA Instructors in Canada. If you wish to contact a coach or instructor, you can do so by either logging-into the secure Member’s Area using the ‘log-in’ button at the top of this page or by contacting and making a contact request.

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Navigation Courses

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Radio Operator Course(Maritime)

Offshore Personal Survival

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Offshore Personal Survival

For more information please visit their website.

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BC Sailing, Offshore Personal Survival Course

Contact BC Sailing for more information

Job Postings

Click here to submit your employment opportunity to the CYA Job Posting webpage. Job postings are to be emailed in a word document and should include the position start date.

Please note that job postings on the CYA website is a service provided only to CYA member organizations in good standing.

Click here to view all current job postings.

Coach’s Links

Coaching Association of Canada (CAC)

International Sailing Schools Association
Want to teach internationally? Check out the Instructor Job Bank!

Charlottetown Yacht Club Adult Learn to Sail page
This site has interactive quizzes, flash presentations on how to tie knots, a glossary of terms, and lots of other useful information!

Instructor Resource Page

Learn to Sail Coach Programs

Evaluator Fast Track Accreditation Program - open to all past CYA Black Instructor Evaluators. Click here for details!

Sailors With Disabilities - Classification

Internationally, equalization is attempted through a classification system of the athletes, similar to systems used in other sports for athletes with disabilities, but specific to the functions required for sailing (sailors are also permitted to use approved assistive technologies such as adapted seats, etc.). Through the work of Dr. Charles Simpson and others, Canada has had enormous input into the new international Functional Classification System 2000 and 2005. Details can be found on the International Assocation for Disabled Sailing Website

Sailors With Disabilities - Classes and Equipment

The goal of most programs for sailors with disabilities is to leave the wheelchairs and disabilities on the dock and allow everyone to enjoy the independence and freedom that is possible when sailing. Almost any boat can be sailed by people with disabilities, however some boats are more suitable than others. Some of the boats that have enabled this process in Canada are listed in the chart below:
There are several other small keelboat classes being used by sailors with disabilities in North America, and most sailors compete in open events in their own regions in many various one-design and PHRF classes.

Class	Length	Paralympics	Sailors	Built-in	Boats in Canada
2.4mR	14'	Yes	1	Scandinavia, Australia, USA	17
SKUD 18	18'	Yes	2	Indonesia	3
Sonar	23'	Yes	3	Canada	5
Martin 16	16'	No	1-2	Canada	51
Access	4 models	No	1-2	Austrailia, UK, France, Indonesia, USA	75
Hobie 16 with trapseat	16'	No	2	USA	lots of boats, 20 sets of trapseats
Freedom-Independence	20'	No	2	USA	3
Challenger-Trimaran	15'	No	1-2	Great Britain	2

1. International 2.4mR (Paralympic Class)

The 2.4mR (pronounced "two point four metre") is an international single-handed keelboat class, selected as the single-handed class for the Paralympic Games and the World Disabled Sailing Championships. Being a construction class, originated in Stockholm, there are different 2.4mR designs built by various boatbuilders. The Norlin Mark III is the designated design for the Paralympic Games and Worlds.

The 2.4mR is almost 14 feet in length, 2 feet 8 inches wide and draws just over 3 feet of water. The single sailor sits down in the bottom of the boat facing forward with all the controls within arms' reach. With the exception of specific events designated for sailors with disabilities, 2.4mR racing is done in one open class, with everyone racing together. There is a very active international racing schedule and the 2.4mR open World Championships annually attract 80-100 competitors, up to 40% of whom are sailors with physical disabilities.

Toronto has the fastest growing fleet in North America. The number of boats has gone from 2 in 2004 to 14 in 2005. Other centres of activity are in Miami, St. Petersburg and the Scandinavian countries. Our long term plan for a training fleet in Canada includes the 2.4mR.

2. SKUD 18 (Paralympic Class)

The SKUD 18 is a lead-assisted skiff. With a tube-launched asymmetrical spinnaker and a modern high performance stayed rig, the boat is an exciting addition to World and Paralympic Competition. Able-bodied and disabled athletes alike will enjoy this platform - and more severely disabled sailors will welcome the ability to compete on an equitable level.

Selected in 2005 as the boat for two-person Paralympic competition in Beijing, the SKUD18 is a strict one design class. Sailors are seated on the centerline for Paralympic events, but the boat can be sailed with or without either of the seats and configured to suit different sailors’ needs.

3. Sonar (Paralympic Class)

The Sonar is an international keelboat class, selected as the crew boat for the Paralympic Games and the World Disabled Sailing Championships. Normally sailed with 3-4 crew members and with a spinnaker in open events, the class rules have been modified for disabled events, specifying 3 crew members and no spinnaker. Only 2 of the 3 crew members are permitted to sit on the side deck and no one is permitted forward of the cockpit.

The Sonar is 23 feet in length, almost 8 feet wide and draws close to 4 feet of water. Designed by Bruce Kirby, the Sonar is built in Oakville, Ontario. The boat's high stability, balanced inboard rudder and large cockpit make it eminently suitable for sailors with disabilities, who are permitted to add some very creative seating and other approved assistive arrangements, provided they are not permanently attached to the boat.

We have a handful of Sonars in Canada and do a lot of our regattas and training in Florida where a resident fleet is established in St. Petersburg. Rochester, NY and San Francisco have been building fleets and we have a long term plan to establish a training fleet in Canada.

4. Martin 16

The Martin 16 is a single-handed keelboat class, designed and built in Canada. The boat is 16' long with a drop keel, and the sailor sits in a single seat facing forward, with all lines within reach. The joystick steering is centred in the boat, between the sailor's legs. There is also a seat behind the sailor if a companion is required for training, crew or safety purposes.

The Martin 16 is used for most of the disabled sailing programs across the country and could be considered to be Canada's development class for racing for sailors with disabilities. Assistive technology developed in Canada enables sailors with severe disabilities, such as high level quadriplegia, to sail and race independently, either through electronic joystick or "sip and puff" breath controls.

The class has recently added a spinnaker option to the boat. Mobility Cup is currently sailed in the Martin 16.

5. Access Dinghy

The Access Dinghy comes from Australia and has the same principle of getting people with disabilities sailing independently. The Access Dinghy has a less sophisticated form of the assistive steering and sheeting systems developed in Canada, but they are highly effective (and much less expensive). The Access Dinghies are not high performance boats like the Martin 16, but they are far more economical and enjoy large fleets on the race course. Several Canadian programs have purchased Access Dinghies to supplement their training fleets and the regatta schedule in North America is growing.

There are several other small keelboat classes being used by sailors with disabilities in North America, and most sailors compete in open events in their own regions in many various one-design and PHRF classes.

6. Hobie 16 with Trapseat

The Hobie 16 can be fitted with racks called trapseats, which extend outside the 2 hulls. Normally sailed with 2 able-bodied crew members in open events, the class rules have been modified for disabled events, specifying a disabled skipper and an able bodied crew. The skipper can sit in the trapseat or on the tramp, but is prohibited from crossing the centre line of the tramp.

Race Official Policy and Criteria

CYA Race Official Development Guide

This is being updated to reflect recent renewal of programs. Please stay tuned!

Race Official Criteria  / Programs

• CYA Race Officer / Race Management Criteria  - Updated 2011
• CYA Judges Program - Updated 2009 /  Comparison details - old Judge Program vs. New Judge Program
• CYA Umpire Criteria

For more information on development as a Race Official, local sailing club, your Provincial Sailing Association or CYA

2011-11-08

 

Officials’ Sub-Committees

The CYA Officials Sub-Committees report to the CYA Training and Certification Committee. Each group  Race Officials Committee has a mandate to develop and organize education and certification for Sailing's Officials.  The Committee is made up of 3 Sub-Committees: Race Officers, Judges, and Umpires.

Race Management Sub-Committee: Paul Ulibarri - Chair (BC)

Bill Cheek (ON) - Member Emeritus, Irene McNeill (ON),  Peter van Muyden (AB), Ross Tellier (QC), Rob Williams (NS), Madeline Palfreeman (QC), Colin Mann (NS)

Judges Sub-Committee: Leo Reise - Chair (ON)

Lynne Beal (ON), Lorne Chapman (BC), John Holmes (ON), David Pelling (QC), David Covo (QC), Peter Wood (ON), Warren Nethercote (NS)

Umpires Sub-Committee: - Andrew Alberti - Chair (ON)

Graeme Hayward (ON) - Member Emeritus, Andy Wardle (ON), Alex McAuley (ON), Katie Coleman-Nicoll (ON)

Race Official Training

News

The CYA's Race Management Program has been developed to provide competent regatta management skills for volunteers organizing and running sailing competitions. The program consists of four levels.

Race Management / Race Officers

Assistant Race Officer  (ARO) - covers the duties of the recorder, mark layer, timekeeper, flag officer, signals officer, line judge and rescue crew. ARO certification requires successful completion of a clinic and demonstrated competency in the above skills. Clinics are organized annually by the provincial sailing associations.

Club Race Officer (CRO) - covers all the duties of the on-the-water Race Committee Chairperson and Organizing Committee. Club Race Officers are capable of directing regattas or local races up to the regional level. CRO clinics are organized annually by provincial sailing associations.

National and Senior National Race Officers (NRO & SNRO) - are awarded by the CYA Race Management Committee to candidates who have accumulated experience as Regatta Chairpersons at provincial or national regattas. Applicants must submit their race officer resume to the CYA and be recommended by their provincial sailing association.

Judges

There are seminars run during the year, most scheduled by the PSAs during the non-sailing season.  Some seminars are run in conjunction with a regatta and the participants are part of the protest committee.  But judges of all levels will tell you that seminars cannot replace or compete with the learning that occurs at multi-day events working in close contact with a group of senior judges or working with a mentor.  Most national “seminars” occur in this manner.

To request a seminar at your club or to learn of the seminars near you, contact your Provincial Sailing Association.

Umpires

The CYA Umpire Program trains Canadian judges to become effective on-the-water umpires. Umpires are used in match racing to make instant decisions on protests initiated by competitors.

There are two levels of CYA umpires: the Canadian Umpire and the Canadian Senior Umpire. Both require an individual to be at least certified at the CYA Canadian Judge level, to attend a CYA approved umpire training clinic and to pass the CYA standard umpire knowledge test. Candidates for umpire must supply two references who are either CYA Umpires or US Sailing Umpires.

Training clinics are held at major Canadian match racing events.

 

Official Certification and Re-certification - Application Forms and Events Logs

2011-11-30

ROC - Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible to provide the course?

• CYA will recognize and authorize any registered and qualified instructors to teach and conduct examinations for the ROC(M)
• Instructors must have, as a minimum, their own ROC(M) with DSC Endorsement and current Blue Level CYA Instructor’s or Learn to Cruise Basic Instructor’s certification.

How do instructors confirm eligibility?

• Instructors who are interested in providing the courses should contact CYA to confirm their status as a CPS accredited instructor.
• CYA will provide CPS with names of all qualified and registered instructors.

What should an instructor do to become eligible?

• CYA Instructors who do not have the required ROC(M) prerequisite should contact a qualified CYA instructor. Click here for a list of instructors offering this course

What materials are required to teach the course and where are they available?

• Eligible Instructors are required to purchase a Maritime Radio Course Manual (including the Instructors Guide CD) and all student Course Manuals (including interactive student CD), tests, answer sheets, marking keys, application forms and any other related materials.
• All materials are available through the CYA.

Where are the completed course materials to be sent?

• Instructors send all completed test materials plus a $20 processing fee for each exam directly to CPS, for confirmation and issue of cards to successful candidates.

What price can the instructors charge for the materials?

• CYA instructors may set their own costs, but are advised that the cost should be relatively comparable to CPS courses.
• Instructor and student packages are available in the CYA Online Store.

How can I be more involved in the development of this course?

• CYA instructors who are interested in participating on the Joint Curriculum Committee should submit their intentions to CYA for consideration by CPS.

PCOC Instructor FAQs

In the direct system, you get to order directly from our supplier, TruCash Rewards. Be sure that your instructor fees for this year are paid for the current calendar year. Only current instructors will be able to purchase materials. Then complete and mail in the Visa or MasterCard authorization form (available for download by clicking here).

With the direct order systems, what do I send to process cards for my students?
 Instructors need to send in the top copy of answer sheet/application forms to the card fulfillment house. Keep one copy of the application form for your records. Give the last copy of the application for to the student as temporary proof until the card arrives. You also need to send the Card Processing Confirmation Form (you will receive this with materials purchased).

I heard police need the database to enforce these regulations.
No. No database is needed for enforcement. In an amendment as of January 23, 2003, police officers have the right to stop a vessel, ask to see suitable identification and can ask to see the operator's PCOC Card. Fines start at $250 for not having your card on board.

Are youth and child exams still available?
No.

How can a student get a replacement card?
A form is available on the website for changes to card holder information. It may be processed by the Canadian Yachting Association with the card processing fee.

What if a student receives a card with an error on it?
The person may use the "changes to card holder information" form, or contact the CYA.

 

PCOC Instructor Information

New PCOC Exams took effect April 15th 2011. All CYA PCOC Instructors must be aware of these changes in order to continue offering PCOC Courses & Tests.

There are 3 new unique exams each consisting of 50 questions. Exams will be valid for 6 months at which time 3 new unique exams will take effect. The passing mark is 75% (38 correct answers out of a possible 50). Transport Canada recommends allowing 60 to 90 minutes to write the exam. There are no youth exams. Along with the new exams there are new application forms and test answer sheets. New exams are in effect now; old exams are no longer valid.

Please be sure to review the information provided in the links below.  

Boating Safety Course & Test Syllabus - This course and test syllabus has been developed to accompany the CYA PCOC Boating Manual and addendum. The purpose of this syllabus is to facilitate the instruction of the 256 knowledge requirements using the current manual and addendum.

CYA PCOC Manual Addendum - Approved by Transport Canada, is to be used along with the Boating Safety Course & Test Syllabus and the current CYA PCOC Manual.

Agreement to Destroy Old Tests - Instructors ordering new tests are to print this agreement, sign it, and return it to Deborah at TruCash

Communications have been sent to CYA PCOC Instructors outlining the changes. If you have not recieved these comminications please email .

 PCOC Instructor Communication #1

PCOC Instructor Communication #2

PCOC Instructor Communication #3

PCOC Instructor Information

FAQs about the PCOC Program
Information about the new system.

Download and print out Credit Card Authorization Form     PDF Form   Word Doc Form
This form must be completed and sent in before you are able to place an order.

Rapid Order System
The CYA Rapid Order System is to be used to place orders online.

January 2005 - CYA Pleasure Craft Operator Card Policy Annoucement

If the information you're looking for can't be found on these pages, contact CYA or your provincial sailing association.

**Please note that if you do not receive an invoice from TruCash Rewards by the end of the month in which you sent in your PCOC student applications, please contact Deborah at Trucash Rewards, 1-800-624-6171, ext. 232.

Instructor Levels

Instructor Levels

Sailors With Disabilities

News

Mobility Cup 2010 Vancouver - September 11-17

IFDS News

Current IFDS Bulletin is available here

 

 

Canada’s Dr. Charles Simpson reports on his contribution to IFDS Medical Committee (November 2008)

 

ACCESS CLASS ASSOCIATION OF CANADA - 2007 AGM Summary  

1) the 2007 annual general meeting of the Access Class Association of Canada (ACAC) convened on 04.09.2007 as scheduled during the Inaugural Access Worlds regatta hosted at the Whitby Yacht Club, Whitby, Ontario.
2) participants approved the agenda and welcomed as observers, Eric Cartlidge of Ontario Sailing and David Staley, International Access Class Association www.accessclass.org
3) the meeting invited Keith Hobbs to act as ACAC chair; invitation accepted.
4) the success of the inaugural Access Worlds in bringing together all four Access Classes -- 2.3, 303, Liberty and SKUD-18 led to discussion/support of opening up Canadian regattas to participation where numbers permit of all the Paralympic and development classes.
5) the successful outreach model of Ontario's AccessBOOM program in creating new sailing programs across Eastern Canada was identified along with other best practices such as RHYC's integration of sailors with/without a disability, and Victoria's weekly mobile program to the BC Lions easter seal camp.
6) Ontario to host both its provincial and the Canadian championships in 2008
7) 2008 ACAC AGM to take place during 2008 Access Canadian championships.
8) Best Wishes extended to Access SKUD-18 sailors continuing on to the IFDS Worlds in Rochester and ultimately qualifying for the 2008 Paralympics.
9) Special Thanks to Access 2008 worlds regatta host Whitby Yacht Club board and members, the race officials, international jury, Ontario Sailing coaches/volunteers, CYA and its president, and sailors from around the world.
10) Meeting ends.

Classes and Equipment

Classification System

Links to National and International Disabled Sailing Associations

Links to Regional and Local Disabled Sailing Programs

Events

For more information, please contact the Canadian Yachting Association

Toll Free 877 416 4720 or your

Provincial Sailing Association

 

Race Officials

 QUICK LINKS

Find an Official

Race Official Certification, Recertification & Event Log Applicaiton Forms

CYA Race Official Training Programs

CYA's Technical Race Officials Sub-Committees

Insurance Information for CYA Certified Officials

Race Official Policies and Criteria

CYA Race Official Standards

For more information about becoming more involved as a race official, contact your local sailing club, your Provincial Sailing Association or CYA

Sport Officials of Canada:

The Sport Officials of Canada Website

iMember General Liability Insurance through Sport Officials Canada.

RESOURCES

NEW! 6th edition CYA Race Management Manual. Updated according to the Racing Rules of Sailing for 2009-2012, Guy Walters' renowned resource remains a valuable resource for Race Management Officers. This resource is often required as reference in CYA Race Management Courses and Seminars. The PDF file is 3.42 MB, 270 pages, and formatted for double sided printing to 8 1/2 x 11 paper. Suggestions for binding: spiral or 3 hole-punch and insert into 1 inch binder. Download & / or print CYA Race Management Manual, 6th ed. here:

REGATTA INFORMATION

Check out the CYA Title Events Calendar, as well as the CYA Regatta Calendar which is in place for clubs/organizers to post local / provincial / national / international event information.

 Please let CYA know about any Race Official seminars being organized in your province. Send the information to and it will be added to our list.

 FROM THE JURY DESK – the Judges Newsletter

Notice 29 March 2011

Notice 28 December 2010

Notice 27 October 2010

Notice 26 June 2010

Notice 25 March 2010

Notice 24 December 2009

Notice 23 September 2009

Notice 22 June 2009

Notice 21 March 2009

Notice 20 December 2008

International Judge Seminar to be held in Hamilton, ON February 2009

Notice 18 June 2008

Notice 17 March 2008

Notice 15 June 2007

Notice 14 March 2007

Notice 13 December 2006

Notice 12 September 2006

Notice 11 July 2 2006

Notice 10 March 3 2006

Notice 9 December 2005

Notice 8 September 15 2005

Notice 7 July 18 2005

Page updated: 2010 10 22

ROC (M)

ROC Maritime/DSC

The ROC license is a Canadian Federal government issued card that allows you to operate a marine VHF radio. As a result of a new partnership between Canadian Yachting Association and the Canadian Power and Sail Squadron, all current CYA instructors with a Maritime Radio Certificate and a Blue Instructor certification, Basic Powerboat Instructor and/or a Basic Learn to Cruise Instructor certification can now instruct the Maritime Radio License Course.

ROC(M) Certificate Information

ROC stands for Restricted Radiotelephone Operator's Certificate and is required by:
Anyone using a marine VHF radio or other marine radios (each person on the boat who will use the radio needs their own card)
There are significant fines if you are found using a VHF or marine radio without your card.

In addition, if you received your ROC card before the new Digital Selective Calling was introduced, then you are encouraged to return and get your DSC endorsement for your ROC card.

All new VHF radios are now being sold with a DSC function that will greatly enhance rescue personnel's ability to assist you in an emergency. Understanding this technology and how to operate it can, in some circumstances, mean the difference between life and death.

Instructors

Click here to find an instructor running the ROC(M) Course in your area.

US Travel Information

A station licence is not required for Canadian boaters in Canadian waters, but you will need a VHF Station Licence if you plan to voyage in US waters. Plans for a reciprocal agreement relieving Canadian boaters of this requirement, were abandoned due to the change in security attitudes following 9/11. More


Additional Information

Frequently Asked Questions

Pleasure Craft Operator Card

Get your card

A Canadian Yachting Association Certified Pleasure Craft Operator Card Instructor has the best training to teach you all you will need to know to pass the Transport Canada test.

You have three options:

1. Challenge Exam - Register for the test in your area
2. Refresher Course - For those who have taken boating courses before
3. Complete Course - The best choice and one that every boating family should take together 

We have professional instructors offering courses in your area right now.

Click here to find an Instructor

Click here to find a Course

Proof of Competency

If you have completed a CYA course prior to April 1, 1999 and have documentation, it may be used as proof of competency. These are the CYA courses that are acceptable:

• Basic (or Intermediate, or Advanced) Coastal Cruising
• Basic (or Intermediate) Power Boating
• Basic Outboarding

A copy of your certificate or the card issued at the completion of courses taken prior to April 1, 1999 will need to be carried on board the pleasure craft.

For more information on other acceptable proof of competency, please check out Transport Canada's Boating Safety FAQ page.

Have you already taken the CYA Pleasure Craft Operator's Card course? Would you like to purchase an additional replacement card? Replacement Cards cost $21.00 (including HST). Each additional card per person after costs $10.50 (including HST). Submit the form below to get yours. If you are moving, need a correction made or a card replacement, please fill out this form and send to . It is our belief that a boater who has not received their PCOC would have contacted CYA within a twelve-month period to inquire about the status of the card. Replacement Cards cost $21.00 (including HST). Each additional card per person after costs $10.50 (including HST). The PCOC Replacement Card fee will be levied on individuals with application forms dated prior to twelve (12) months of the request for a PCOC Re-Issue.

 

Instructors

CYA PCOC instructor information page

Navigation Courses

Learn to Powerboat

Updated 2011 04 21

Learn to Windsurf

The CYA Learn to Windsurf standards consist of three levels designed to teach safe windsurfing in a consistent progression.

Novice Level "Rental Safe" covers sailing techniques in up to six knots, rescue techniques and safety as well as the basics of sailing theory.

Intermediate Level windsurfing covers sailing in up to 12 knots of wind on a long board. Subject matter mastered includes local hazards and the safety list. Students are able to sail a windsurfer on all points of sail at this stage.

Advanced Level windsurfing covers high wind windsurfing techniques including water starts, use of the harness and footstraps and carved gybes.

Instructional courses meeting the Learn to Windsurf standards are available through windsurfing schools.

Learn to Cruise

STUDENT STANDARDS

Basic Keelboat Racing Standard (2009-01-01)

Basic Keelboat Racing Standard – Draft Update (2011-03-06)

Basic Keelboat Racing Standard – Draft Update – Showing Changes (2011-03-06)

INSTRUCTOR  STANDARDS

CANSail Dinghy Programming

2012-01-20

Education & Training

The CYA can help you become a better-educated boater and a more skilled sailor. Boating knowledge and skills lead to:

· safety - yours and your crew's
· enhanced enjoyment of your sport or hobby
· confidence and a sense of accomplishment
· reduced maintenance costs through proper use of equipment
· insurance discounts.

As well, Canadian legislation requires operators of certain types of vessels to be licensed, according to a graduated licensing system. For details, see the link below to SPARK START - Pleasure Craft Operator Card.

With over 70 years of training experience, the CYA is Canada's premier on-water training organization. Click on one of these links for information about our courses and programs.