top of page
Foundry logo
Summer Programs Header

ROW. SAIL. DREAM. THIS SUMMER!

Enrollment now OPEN for Summer Programs! Sign up today!

6

programs

3-12

Grade

All

skill levels

Our Summer programs

Give your student a summer they’ll never forget on the water, with friends, learning skills that last a lifetime.

CFJ Rec

Recreational Rowing

Our Recreational Rowing program offers a fun, low-pressure environment where athletes can stay active, build skills, and make friends. It’s perfect for beginners exploring rowing or returning athletes who want to stay on the water without a high commitment.

Beginner-friendly progression from machines/tanks to boats

Builds skills through on-land and on-water training

Small groups based on experience for better instruction

Supportive, low-commitment environment

CFJ Rec

Recreational Rowing

Our Recreational Rowing program offers a fun, low-pressure environment where athletes can stay active, build skills, and make friends. It’s perfect for beginners exploring rowing or returning athletes who want to stay on the water without a high commitment.

Program Highlights:

Beginner-friendly progression from machines/tanks to boats

Builds skills through on-land and on-water training

Small groups based on experience for better instruction

Supportive, low-commitment environment

Sailing Camp Header

Learn to sail summer camps

Our Sailing Summer Camps for rising 3rd–8th graders offer a fun, safe way for kids to explore the water while building confidence and lifelong skills. From beginners to future racers, every camper learns through hands-on experience on Cleveland’s waterfront.

Learn essentials like knots, boat parts, and sailing rules

Strong focus on safety, teamwork, and problem-solving

Practice in stable boats to build confidence

Led by US Sailing–certified instructors

Sailing Camp Header

Learn to sail summer camps

Our Sailing Summer Camps for rising 3rd–8th graders offer a fun, safe way for kids to explore the water while building confidence and lifelong skills. From beginners to future racers, every camper learns through hands-on experience on Cleveland’s waterfront.

Program Highlights:

Learn essentials like knots, boat parts, and sailing rules

Strong focus on safety, teamwork, and problem-solving

Practice in stable boats to build confidence

Led by US Sailing–certified instructors

Header Image

Learn to Sail summer Clinic

Our Learn to Sail Clinic is a great introduction for rising 9th–12th graders to experience sailing on Lake Erie. Students learn the basics in a safe, hands-on environment while sailing the same boats used in high school competition.

Sail two-person E420 boats used in high school racing

Learn fundamentals like steering, sail trim, and boat parts

Rain or shine programming with on-water and onshore learning

Fun, beginner-friendly and hands-on instruction

Header Image

Learn to Sail summer Clinic

Our Learn to Sail Clinic is a great introduction for rising 9th–12th graders to experience sailing on Lake Erie. Students learn the basics in a safe, hands-on environment while sailing the same boats used in high school competition.

Program Highlights:

Sail two-person E420 boats used in high school racing

Learn fundamentals like steering, sail trim, and boat parts

Rain or shine programming with on-water and onshore learning

Fun, beginner-friendly and hands-on instruction

Screenshot 2026-03-26 at 9.22.23 AM.png

thursday racing series

Our Community Sailing programs offer a fun, accessible way for ages 12+ to get out on the water. Whether you’re brand new or experienced, participants build skills, gain confidence, and connect with others in a relaxed, welcoming environment.

Beginner-friendly with opportunities to grow skills

Focus on confidence, safety, and inclusivity

Option for casual sailing or friendly competition

Social, low-pressure environment on the water

Screenshot 2026-03-26 at 9.22.23 AM.png

thursday racing series

Our Community Thursday Racing Series offer a fun, accessible way for ages 12+ to get out on the water. Whether you’re brand new or experienced, participants build skills, gain confidence, and connect with others in a relaxed, welcoming environment.

Program Highlights:

Beginner-friendly with opportunities to grow skills

Focus on confidence, safety, and inclusivity

Option for casual sailing or friendly competition

Social, low-pressure environment on the water

processed-C87E556C-4E71-4BF7-84A8-8C41BBC195C2.jpeg

Rowing 101

Rowing 101 is a structured, beginner-friendly program designed for 6th–12th graders to safely learn the fundamentals of rowing. With guidance from experienced coaches and current Cleveland Foundry Juniors athletes, participants build confidence, discipline, and teamwork skills both on land and on the water.

Exposure to sweep rowing, sculling, and coxing

Mentorship from trained coaches and competitive athletes

Builds confidence, teamwork, and athletic foundation for future growth

Focus on safety, proper technique, and skill development

processed-C87E556C-4E71-4BF7-84A8-8C41BBC195C2.jpeg

Rowing 101

Rowing 101 is a structured, beginner-friendly program designed for 6th–12th graders to safely learn the fundamentals of rowing. With guidance from experienced coaches and current Cleveland Foundry Juniors athletes, participants build confidence, discipline, and teamwork skills both on land and on the water.

Program Highlights:

Exposure to sweep rowing, sculling, and coxing

Mentorship from trained coaches and competitive athletes

Builds confidence, teamwork, and athletic foundation for future growth

Focus on safety, proper technique, and skill development

48948532442_6f6899982b_c.jpg

Sculling 101

Intro to Sculling 101 is the next step after Learn to Row 101, designed for athletes ready to build on their fundamentals. In a safe, supportive environment, participants learn the basics of sculling while developing balance, confidence, and proper technique.

Designed for athletes who have completed Rowing 101

Focus on sculling (two oars per athlete) fundamentals

Small-group instruction with individualized feedback

Practice in stable boats to build confidence

474608643_606200465390762_6067791017606331222_n.jpg

Sculling 101

Intro to Sculling 101 is the next step after Learn to Row 101, designed for athletes ready to build on their fundamentals. In a safe, supportive environment, participants learn the basics of sculling while developing balance, confidence, and proper technique.

Program Highlights:

Designed for athletes who have completed Rowing 101

Focus on sculling (two oars per athlete) fundamentals

Small-group instruction with individualized feedback

Practice in stable boats to build confidence

Questions about our summer programs?

Have questions about our summer programs? Our team is here to help you find the best fit and guide you through registration. We also offer financial assistance opportunities for families who may need support. To learn more, we encourage you to reach out directly, we’re happy to connect you with the right person and walk you through your options!

Foundry kids on top of the foundry script sign
bottom of page