VYBA Venice Youth Boating Association

⛵ Sponsor Spotlight ⛵

A heartfelt thank you to Bill and Sara Gill for their generous support of the 2026 Venetian Cup Regatta.

Support from community members like Bill and Sara helps keep youth sailing accessible and thriving in our area. Their generosity plays a meaningful role in creating opportunities for young sailors to get on the water, build skills, and be part of something bigger than themselves.

We truly appreciate their support and are grateful to have them as part of the VYBA community!

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A sincere thank you to the Edmund and Elizabeth Campbell Foundation for its generous support of the 2026 Venetian Cup Regatta.

Through its commitment to youth development and community engagement, the Foundation helps make opportunities like the Venetian Cup possible. This support allows young sailors to build confidence, develop leadership skills, and create lasting memories on the water.

We are grateful for the Foundation’s investment in the future of youth sailing and for helping VYBA continue its mission. Thank you for making a difference in the lives of our sailors!

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A heartfelt thank you to Ed & Debbie Campbell for their generous support of the 2026 Venetian Cup Regatta.

Their commitment to youth sailing helps create opportunities for young sailors to learn, compete, and grow both on and off the water. Support from community members like Ed & Debbie makes events like the Venetian Cup possible and strengthens the future of sailing in our area.

Thank you, Ed & Debbie, for being part of the VYBA family and for helping our sailors thrive!

🐠Senior Spotlight!

Ayden has sailed here at VYBA for several years and put the time and effort into developing his skills and becoming a coach. He helped coach our Adventure Sail Program over the school year while also racing on the Venice High Sailing Team. Ayden is a talented multi-sport athlete with experience in diving, volleyball, and sailing! This fall, he hopes to pursue his pilots license, taking his passion for adventure from the water to the skies. Congrats Ayden, we can't wait to see your next chapter unfold!

🐙Senior Spotlight!

Halle joined us here at VYBA a few years ago and quickly worked her way from sailor to coach. She raced on the Venice High Sailing Team and has coached many of our summer programs. Halle recently received her Level 2 US Sailing Instructor Certification and will continue coaching with us this summer. In the fall, Halle plans on attending Eckerd College for film studies and is also thinking about joining their sailing team! Congrats Halle, we can't wait to see where your next adventure takes you!

⛵ Big adventures start small! 🌊
Our Pollywog Summer Camp is the perfect introduction to sailing for kids ages 6–8. Campers learn the fundamentals of sailing in fun, colorful boats designed just for young sailors. Best of all, they get to take the helm themselves, sailing with a buddy as they build confidence and skills on the water!

✨ No experience needed—just a sense of adventure!

Register today and let your little sailor make waves this summer! ☀️

Pollywog Session 1: June 8-12, 9am-12pm
Pollywog Session 2: June 15-19, 9am-12pm
Pollywog Session 3: June 22-26, 9am-12pm
Pollywog Session 3.5: July 6-10, 9am-12pm
Pollywog Session 4: July 13-17, 9am-12pm
Pollywog Session 5: July 20-24, 9am-12pm
Pollywog Session 6: July 27-31, 9am-12pm

🌞 Summer camp has officially begun!

We started summer off strong this week with our Full Fleet Adventure Sail Camp! While the weather didn't exactly get the memo that it's summer yet, our campers didn't let a few cloudy skies stop the fun.

From sailing around the bays to making new friends, experiencing new boats, and enjoying adventures on the water, our sailors have had an incredible week so far. The smiles, laughter, and excitement are proof that you don't need endless sunshine to have a great time sailing!

We're looking forward to many more weeks of fun, adventure, and memories on the water this summer—hopefully with a little more sunshine mixed in! ⛵️☁️🌊

🐋Senior Spotlight!

Emma has been with the VYBA for many years. Having lived on a sailboat when she was young, sailing has always been a big part of her life. Over the years, she raced on the Venice High Sailing Team and has coached many of our programs, including the Green Fleet Team last year. This fall, Emma will be attending Eckerd College to pursue a degree in Interdisciplinary Arts with a focus on film, writing, and music. She also hopes to continue her sailing career by joining Eckerd's sailing team! Congrats Emma, your future is bright!

Before summer classes began, our coaches and volunteers spent the week getting ready for another safe and successful season on the water! ⛵️

During Coach Training Week, we reviewed and practiced important safety procedures, including man overboard drills. We held a class in the shed so that all of our coaches and volunteers could renew their CPR & First Aid Certifications. We also worked hard preparing our fleet for summer programs, with some team members even learning fiberglass repair skills to help keep our boats in top condition.

Of course, it wasn't all work! We had a great time finishing the setup and taking out one of our newest boats, the RS Toura, and wrapped up the week with a cookout on Snake Island filled with sailing, laughs, and great company.

A huge thank you to all of our dedicated coaches and volunteers for their hard work and commitment. We're excited and ready for an amazing summer on the water! ☀️🌊⛵️