Learn to Sail

Whether you've never set foot on a sailboat or want to sharpen your skills, our adult sailing program has you covered.

Basic Keelboat (BKB) Course

Our flagship 4-weekend course covers boat handling, points of sail, docking, and basic navigation. Students earn US Sailing Basic Keelboat certification upon completion. Class size limited to 4 students per boat.

Basic Cruising Course

For certified sailors ready to cruise. Two weekends of coastal navigation, anchoring, weather interpretation, and passage planning. Earns US Sailing Basic Cruising certification.

Private Lessons

One-on-one instruction tailored to your goals. Our certified instructors offer lessons in keelboat sailing, racing tactics, spinnaker handling, and more. Available by appointment, $95/hour.

Schedule

Group courses run year-round. Spring session begins in March, Summer in June, and Fall in September. Contact the sailing school at sailing@harboryachtclub.org for details.