Camp Summers 2027 has officially launched!

Get Started

Experience Sailing
With CAMP SUMMERS USA

Working as a specialist sailing counselor at a summer camp in the United States is an opportunity to share an activity that combines nature, technique, adventure, and teamwork. Camps located by lakes or other bodies of water give children and teenagers the chance to discover how a boat moves with the wind, learn to read their surroundings, and gain confidence on the water. As a specialist, you will play a key role in that process, guiding participants from their first knowledge to practical activities adapted to their level. Sailing teaches observing, deciding, and collaborating, so your work will be a mix of technical teaching, support, and responsible leadership.

Get Started

Teach Sailing to Your Campers!

Responsibilities

Your duties may include preparing boats, life jackets, sails, lines, and launch areas, as well as organizing groups and explaining the rules before each session. You will be able to teach basic concepts of wind, heading, balance, steering, turning, sail handling, communication on board, and care of equipment. You will also organize on-land exercises, knot-tying workshops, orientation games, and progressive practice on the water, always in accordance with the camp’s facilities and protocols. It will be important to adapt explanations to the age and experience of the group, use clear language, and allow everyone to take part in different tasks. Organizing turns and providing good progression will help each camper feel capable of learning without feeling overwhelmed.

Get Started

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Profiles with experience in sailing, navigation, water sports, outdoor education, or working with minors are valued. Some camps may request specific certifications depending on the type of vessel and the duties of the position, so it is important to check the requirements for each opening. In addition to your knowledge, you will need responsibility, patience, organization, and the ability to explain clearly. During the summer, you will use English on a daily basis, live with people from different countries, and develop leadership, communication, and activity management skills. If you enjoy the water, the wind, and hands-on teaching, being a sailing instructor in the United States can be a very rewarding professional adventure.

Get Started

SAFETY FIRST

Sailing develops concentration, responsibility, teamwork, and the ability to adapt to changing situations. Campers learn that the wind, the water, and the boat require constant attention, and that good communication allows for safe decisions. As a counselor, you will be able to reinforce values such as cooperation, respect for nature, and trust in the group. Activities on board help them understand that every role matters: holding a line, watching a direction, or following an instruction can contribute to the success of the whole boat. You will also be able to encourage those who feel unsure at first, showing that practice, calm, and the support of their peers allow them to make progress. This experience can greatly strengthen participants’ independence.

SAILING AT A CAMP

Sailing develops concentration, responsibility, teamwork, and the ability to adapt to changing situations. Campers learn that the wind, the water, and the boat require constant attention, and that good communication allows for safe decisions. As a counselor, you will be able to reinforce values such as cooperation, respect for nature, and trust in the group. Activities on board help them understand that every role matters: holding a line, watching a direction, or following an instruction can contribute to the success of the whole boat. You will also be able to encourage those who feel unsure at first, showing that practice, calm, and the support of their peers allow them to make progress. This experience can greatly strengthen participants’ independence.

Get Started

Benefits of Working with Camp Summers USA

Starting at €329, the best-value agency in Spain,

Room and board included, you can save your salary!

Earn from $2,400, your guaranteed minimum salary.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I go to the United States as a sailing instructor? +

To work as a sailing instructor at a summer camp in the United States, complete the "Comienza" (Get Started) form from Camp Summers USA. We will guide you through the requirements, documentation, interviews, and camp options that best fit your profile. Camp Summers USA offers a competitive and reliable alternative in Spain to organize this experience, providing support throughout the entire process.

What will my salary be as a sailing instructor in the United States? +

With Camp Summers USA, you will earn from $2,400 USD for your entire stay working as a sailing instructor at a summer camp in the United States. Room and board are included for the duration of your stay at the camp. The final amount may vary depending on the position, the camp, your experience, your certifications, and the duration of the program.

What skills do I need to be a sailing instructor? +

Experience in sailing, navigation, water sports, outdoor education, or working with minors is valued. You will need responsibility, organization, adaptability, knowledge of water safety, and the ability to explain maneuvers and protocols clearly.

Need help? Our team is just a message away