ASA Veterans Sailing Education Program
Participating Sailing Schools
At ASA we recognize the sacrifices made by the men and women who have served or are serving in our country’s armed forces. As a token of our appreciation, and our way of saying thank you, we are inviting veterans and active military personnel to share our passion for sailing by offering a discount on our ASA 101 Basic Keelboat Sailing Course. Learn more about the ASA Veterans Sailing Education Program by visiting asa.com/veterans.
Browse the list of participating schools below or use the search box to find a school near you and look for the Veterans Sailing Education Program logo to see which schools are participating.
Afterguard Sailing Academy Oakland, Northern California
(510) 535-1954 afterguard.net
San Francisco Bay is the best place in the world to learn to sail. We do not have make up – it is all here. So the place is fantastic as a general learning location. Our school has two locations to sail from. Oakland Estuary has wind from each of two shores year round plus is protected from the higher winds of weather and seasons. Smooth flat waters of a Riviera zone to start for all intro courses up through ASA-101. Then our classes venture out to the Central SF Bay. By mid ASA level we leave from Treasure Island …
American Sailing Academy in Key Largo Key Largo, Florida Keys
(305) 587-3205 americansailingacademy.com
American Sailing Academy in Key Largo is located on the grounds of the Key Lime Sailing Club and cottages resort on Buttonwood Sound in Key Largo, Florida. This ideal setting at the beginning of the Florida Keys will allow you to combine your lifetime ‘learn to sail’ dreams into the vacation of a lifetime! If you choose to, you can reserve one of our vacation cottages and stay on the resort rather than commuting or staying in a hotel. Imagine staying here while you attend classes! You’ll have continuous access to experienced Captains / instructors, some of the best instruction …
Anchors Aweigh Sailing School New London, Connecticut
(860) 514-0137 anchorsaweighsailing.com
At Anchors Aweigh, we believe sailing is a passion; it is more than boating, it is a connection with the wind and the water. We can help you reach your sailing goal, whether it be to sail on your local lake, spend a day on the Long Island Sound, race in regattas, or sail to the Bahamas.
Annapolis Naval Sailing Association Edgewater, Maryland
(410) 881-3050 ansa.org
The Annapolis Naval Sailing Association has been training sailors for over 50 years. Our membership is open to everyone. We believe in maximizing time on the water and emphasize safety in our programs. Continue to sail with us after your first ASA class!
Annapolis Sailing School Annapolis, Maryland
(410) 267-7205 www.annapolissailing.com
Very early in the history of Annapolis Sailing School we realized that the best way to learn to sail was by sailing. All of our instruction, whether introductory or advanced, reflects this commitment to hands on, experience-based learning.
Austin Yacht Club Austin, Austin Area, Texas
(512) 266-1336 www.austinyachtclub.net
Bay Area Sailing School – Joe Pool Lake Grand Prairie, Dallas / Ft. Worth Area, Texas
(281) 334-4179 www.bayareasailing.com
Bay Area Sailing School – Kemah Kemah, Houston / Galveston Area, Texas
(281) 334-4179 www.bayareasailing.com
Belize Sailing Vacations Belize City, Belize
(866) 873-1171 belizesailingvacations.com
Our experienced instructors deliver ASA sailing school material in a Safe, Fun, and Learning environment. We work with you to define a curriculum to meet your sail training needs. Belize Sailing Vacations offers sailing instruction in an informal, but thorough, delivery style where the Belize catamaran is our classroom and the beautiful Belize sailing our material for learning.
Biscayne Bay Sailing Academy Miami, South East Florida
(954) 243-4078 www.sailventuresinc.com
At Biscayne Bay, our mission is “learn to sail in a safe and fun environment” – Internationally acclaimed instructor, Tony Wall has 70,000 blue water miles worldwide experience and was voted ASA Instructor of the Year. We specialize in private and semi-private classes for two or more students, or specifically tailored to your needs aboard your own yacht.
Black Rock Sailing School St Thomas, US Virgin Islands
1-888-607-SAIL blackrocksailingschool.com
We at Black Rock are confident in saying that we are the Virgin Island’s Foremost Sailing School! We perform more thorough lectures and sailing drills than ANY other sailing school in the Caribbean, aboard some of the nicest training boats available – guaranteed!
Black Rock Sailing School – Boston Boston, Massachusetts
(617) 639-3061 www.blackrocksailingschool.com
Since opening our doors in 2008, we have been nationally recognized as “ASA Outstanding School” 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 (every year this award was offered) AND “ASA Outstanding Instructor” 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 (x2). No other sailing school in New England has earned such recognition, and this puts our program in the top 1.5% of our competition world-wide!
Black Rock Sailing School – Warwick Warwick, Rhode Island
(401) 773-9990 blackrocksailingschool.com
Having earned national recognition as “ASA Outstanding School” 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 (every year that this award was offered since we opened our doors in 2008) and “ASA Outstanding Instructor” 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 (x2), we feel that it is safe to say that we are “New England’s Foremost Sailing School!”
Blockade Runner Sailing School Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina
(910) 622-2503 blockade-runner.com
The perfect inclusive sailing package awaits! Stay at the Blockade Runner Hotel, walk down to our private Soundside docks, and begin your sailing experience aboard our fleet of J/22s.
Blue Pacific Yachting Marina del Rey, Southern California
(310) 305-7245 bluepacificyachting.com
Let Blue Pacific Yachting help you realize the joys of sailing. Learn to sail in a safe and supportive environment under the expert guidance of our certified instructors. Students gain hands-on experience and acquire the knowledge and confidence to sail aboard a modern, mid-sized, fully-equipped yacht.
Blue Water Sailing School Fort Lauderdale, South East Florida
(954) 763-8464 bwss.com
Sailing Education is All We Do We are exclusively a sailing school. One hundred percent of our efforts are devoted to sailing education and training. Many other schools are adjuncts of charter companies, whose primary goal is to drive as many people as possible to their charter fleet. Widely Recognized for Excellence We were recently ranked by readers of Practical Sailor magazine as one of the best sailing schools in the United States, and we were the highest rated American Sailing Association (ASA) school in their survey. We received ASA’s annual Outstanding School award (Southeast Region) in 2000, 2001, 2002, …
Bluenose Sailing School Portsmouth, Rhode Island
(401) 855-0416 bluenosesailing.com
Bluenose Sailing School is a premier sailing school focused on teaching essential sailing skills, building confidence, and fostering a lifelong love of sailing. We are committed to providing the highest standards of curriculum, safety, and positive learning experiences. We use well-maintained, late-model boats, and well-qualified and personable ASA-certified instructors.
Bluewater Sailing Marina del Rey, Southern California
(310) 823-5545 bluewatersailing.com
Sailing lessons in Marina del Rey, the Pacific Ocean and beyond. In addition to our ASA courses, we offer year-round innovative sailing possibilities that are tons of fun with many opportunities to get out on the water and meet others in our vast community of sailors with all levels of experience.
Boston Sailing Center Boston, Massachusetts
(617) 227-4198 bostonsailingcenter.com
Our commitment to teaching sets us apart. Over 400 students learn with us every year, making the Boston Sailing Center one of the top adult sailing schools in the country. Yet classes on the water are always small, so you’ll receive highly personalized instruction. Our staff shares a love of sailing and you’ll find this enthusiasm in every class we teach.
Cape Fear Sailing Academy – Southport Southport, North Carolina
(910) 279-2355 capefearsailingacademy.com
Cape Fear Sailing Academy has achieved ASA’s highest standards with Outstanding School and now Outstanding Instructor. With over 1400 satisfied students we are considered North Carolina’s Elite Sailing Center.Rated one of ASA’s top 20 schools out of 350 and 1 of 5 schools named worldwide in Coastal Living Magazine. Opening our doors in 2006 CFSA’s mission has been to be the Best Sailing School in the State if not the Country. To be an award winning school you have to have instructors that have a real passion for sailing and most of all LOVE to teach! We use top notch …
Caribbean Sailing Solutions Fajardo, Puerto Rico
(787) 502-7201 www.sailingsolutionscaribbean.com/
A short ferry ride from mainland will take you to Isleta Marina where our school is located, we are close to many beautiful venues, El Yunque Tropical Rain Forest, excellent restaurants, and beautiful beaches. Enjoy your Learn to Sail vacation with us, there is time to learn and explore the East Coast of beautiful Puerto Rico, including Culebra and or Vieques. US Coastguard licensed Instructor, Coastguard inspected sailing boats.” Bienvenidos!!
City of Eugene Sailing School Eugene, Oregon
(541) 682-6324 eugene-or.gov
Typical sailing conditions at Fern Ridge Lake are a perfect training ground for new and experienced sailors alike. Our instructors are passionate sailors and skilled educators you can count on for dynamic lessons with your goals, fun and safety as the highest priorities. Classes are scheduled on weekends and weekdays making our program readily accessible. We also offer programs specific for families, youth, veterans and people with disabilities. Spending time on the water in our program creates lifelong memories.
Delmarva Sailing School Rock Hall, Maryland
(410) 810-4230 delmarvasailingschool.com
Delmarva Sailing School operates on the Chesapeake Bay from May-October. We run as Virgin Islands Sailing Academy in Saint Thomas, US Virgin Islands from December-April, with the same great sailboat and instructors. We also teach Ocean Passage Making, as we move our teaching vessel in between the Chesapeake Bay and Saint Thomas.
Emerald Coast Yachts Pensacola Beach, North West Florida
(850) 554-2505 ecsailing.com
ECY’s classes are all live aboard and have professional, dedicated, and compassionate instructors in an environment exceptionally well suited for learning all aspects of sailing. Our local sailing waters start off in the heart of the sailing destination of Pensacola Beach, allowing you to walk to restaurants, shops and beaches right from our marina. As your skills build, you will sail from sweet Little Sabine Bay, out into sounds & bays that make up the Intra Coastal Waterway, then out into the Gulf of Mexico.
Erie Islands Sailing School Sandusky, Ohio
419 376 3430 erieislandssailingschool.com
The protected waters of Sandusky Bay offer the novice sailor a great place to learn the basics. The proximity of Lake Erie and the destinations of Kelleys Island, Put-in-Bay and the Bass Islands provide fun and challenging sailing for those taking the Bareboat Chartering and Advanced Cruising Classes. There is also the opportunity to cruise across the Lake to international ports in Canada.
First Reef Sailing Boston, Massachusetts
(617) 466-3317 firstreefsailing.com
First Reef Sailing is a sail training organization located in East Boston, Massachusetts that provides sailing instruction and certifications to sailors at every level. We strive to deliver high-quality sailing courses and experiences in a professional, modern setting in both instruction and equipment.
First Reef Sailing Smith Bay, St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands
(617) 466-3317 firstreefsailing.com
Welcome to First Reef Sailing, the premier sailing school in the heart of St. Thomas, USVI, offering a truly exceptional experience for sailing enthusiasts of all levels. With a legacy of excellence spanning 11 consecutive years, our passionate staff has been teaching students sailing in the tropics, creating unforgettable experiences on the turquoise waters.
Flagship Sailing School Ruskin, Central West Florida
(727) 946-6542 www.flagshipsailing.com
Florida Sailing & Cruising School Cape Coral, South West Florida
(800) 262-7939 www.flsailandcruiseschool.com
Florida Sailing & Cruising School is one of the oldest ASA schools in the country. We have been in business for 30 years, since 1984. Our courses are small and targeted to meet each student’s goals.
Floridaze Sailing Pensacola, North West Florida
(850) 221-2895 www.floridazesailing.com
Floridaze Sailing is an award winning sailing school that provides sailing instruction, leisure lessons, and captained day sails along the beautiful Gulf Coast of Florida in the Pensacola Bay and Pensacola Beach areas. We specialize in private, live-aboard optional sailing classes for couples, families, and friends who want to acquire the skills needed for bareboat chartering, cruising, or future yacht ownership. Our sailing instructors are dedicated, accomplished sailors, and our senior sailing instructor, Capt. Bob Patroni, has over 40 years of sailing experience – he not only knows how to sail but he knows how to “teach” you how to sail.
Full Sail Yacht Charters Port Clinton, Ohio
419-469-6125 www.fullsailyachtcharters.com
Go Sail – Flathead Lake Dayton, Montana
(406) 515-9585 gosailmontana.com
Go Sail, Sail, Sail on Flathead Lake in Montana. We have excellent wind daily from May to October, and our sailboats are comfortable fun boats to learn on and sail. Pine tree filled Wild Horse Island State Park and nearby islands are the cruising grounds.
Go Sail – Virgin Islands St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands
(786) 905-6865 gosailvi.com
Go Sail Virgin Islands, located in sunny St Thomas offers you a 6 day liveaboard sailing instruction and adventure. With over a decade of experience cruising these dreamy waters, our captains and crew know how to deliver industry leading sailing instruction mixed with action-packed fun.
Gratitude Sailing Institute Essex, Maryland
+1 717-891-1827 GratitudeSailing.com
Embark on a transformative sailing journey with The Gratitude Sailing Institute, where expertise meets excellence. As an esteemed American Sailing affiliate, we are committed to setting a higher standard for your sailing education from the moment you step aboard. Join us to experience a program embodying the key elements of successful sailing and seamanship – your personal safety, education, and enjoyment.
Great Lakes Sailing Company Traverse City, Michigan
(231) 941-0535 www.greatlakessailingco.com
We are located in some of the best sailing/cruising waters on the Great Lakes. In Traverse City, we have access to countless coves, beaches, islands, harbor towns and picturesque marinas to visit during a course or a charter. We have a fleet of 25 charter boats between 31′ and 45′. After you graduate from our award winning ASA school, we will confidently send you and your crew out on one of them!
Griffin Sailing School Connelly, North Country, New York
(845) 688-2000 griffinsailing.com
Sailing the Hudson River with Griffin Sailing School (GSS) is time well spent. We offer training in inland, coastal, and offshore sailing, providing a broad range of sailing knowledge to our graduates. Whether you’re a beginner or a “salty” sailor, a cruiser or a racer, you’ll learn to sail comfortably and safely. We guarantee you’ll benefit from both the lectures and on-the-water training. We are a true sailing school!
Gulf Coast Sailing & Cruising School Charlotte Harbor, South West Florida
(941) 637-6634 gulfcoastsailingschool.com
We are located on Charlotte Harbor in sub-tropical Southwest Florida. From our base at Burnt Store Marina, our students have access to the protected waters of the harbor, Gulf of Mexico, gulf coast barrier islands, the Ten Thousand Islands, Florida Keys, Dry Tortugas, and many other resort destinations. We focus on customizing training programs to achieve your objectives, learn, as well as taking time to relax and enjoy!
Horizon Sailing School Tortola, BVI, British Virgin Islands
(877) 877-1888 horizonyachtcharters.com
Over the course of a week you will gain the knowledge and experience to charter sailboats anywhere in the world, and embark on your own sailing adventure! The emphasis is on learning how to sail, through hands-on experience, in a beautiful part of the world.
Intelligent Sailing St. Petersburg, Central West Florida
(727) 688-3007 intelligentsailing.com
Join us in beautiful downtown St. Petersburg, Florida and the gorgeous Tampa Bay for private, one-on-one instruction on our new luxury sailing yachts – everything from a basic “fun day” cruise, to advanced training and certifications with our ASA-certified instructors.
Keyport Yacht Club Sailing School Keyport, New Jersey
(732) 739-0727 keyportyachtclub.com
The Keyport Yacht Club (KYC) has promoted sailing and sailing instruction since its inception in 1908. Racing, cruising, adult learn to sail programs, and summer sailing camps for children have long been part of the on water activities enjoyed on one of New Jersey’s best sailing areas, the Raritan Bay.
Kingdom Yachts Sailing Club Waleska, Georgia
(770) 479-6500 kyscboathouse.com
KYSC was the first ASA facility in Georgia, starting in 1983. Our primary location is located on a large private mountain lake in foothills of North Georgia. Just 20 minutes off of exit 20 on I 575. This quiet setting allows for a safe beginning experience because of the low boat traffic. As your skills grow, we will take you on to bigger waters and boats…from the Lakes, to the Coasts, to the Islands, to the Oceans. from ASA 101 to ASA 106 and ASA 114.
Lake Fairview Marina Orlando, Central Florida
(407) 295-0117 lakefairviewmarina.com
Lake Fairview Marina in Orlando offers an immersive sailing experience for beginners. Lake Fairview is an ideal setting for learning to sail, offering calm waters and consistent breezes. Learn to sail with us and you’ll not only improve your sailing skills, you’ll also gain a deep appreciation for the art of sailing amidst the tranquil beauty of Orlando’s Lake Fairview.
Lanier Sailing Academy Buford, Georgia
(770) 945-8810 laniersail.com
Lanier Sailing Academy – Atlanta has been in business since 1969. We have earned the ASA Outstanding School of the Year Award 5 Times and have won numerous ASA Outstanding Instructor of the Year awards. Our quality of instruction is excellent and the fun we have along the way is legendary. We are the largest sailing school on Lake Lanier with 16 boats in our fleet ranging from 22′ to 36′. We employ over 30 ASA certified instructors at our Atlanta location. Lanier Sailing Academy – Atlanta also provides sailing club services via our Passport Sailing Club and sailboat rentals. …
Learn to Sail Cleveland Cleveland, Ohio
(216) 407-0296 learntosailcleveland.com
Conveniently located on the City of Cleveland’s downtown lakefront, Learn to Sail Cleveland offers sailing instruction for the beginner to the experienced sailor. Our protected downtown sailing environment makes for safe, fun, and easy sailing. Learn to Sail Cleveland’s ASA Certified and USCG licensed instructors have extensive great lakes and ocean sailing experience.
Learn to Sail San Diego San Diego, Southern California
(619) 316-6430 www.learntosailsandiego.com
We offer live aboard and learn to sail courses in beautiful San Diego. All of our classes are private, so only you and your friends or family will be on board our Beneteau 36s7.
Learn to Sail Texas Corpus Christi, Corpus Christi, Texas
(361) 510-1540 www.sailing88.com
Liberty Sailing School of Philadelphia Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
(215) 393-7833 libertysailingschool.com
Since 1993 Liberty Sailing School of Philadelphia has introduced thousands to the joys of sailing. You will Learn to sail with confidence on the historic Delaware River Water front in Center City Philadelphia.
Our courses are designed to offer students maximum time on the water. Our Instructors are United States Coast Guard Licensed Captains and certified by the American Sailing Association.
Los Angeles Yacht Club San Pedro, Southern California
(310) 831-1203 www.layc.org
Offering beginning and advanced ASA certification courses, Los Angeles Yacht Club’s mission is to bring its sailing heritage and tradition to everyone. Our ASA certified instructors will teach you to sail our 22’ Capris safely and confidently over five, 4-hour lessons. Classes are offered Tuesday through Sunday in a group setting, with no more than three students per boat. Private and family lessons are also available.
LTD Sailing – Living The Dream! Grenada, Grenada
(473) 457-3240 LTDsailing.com
LTD Sailing – ‘Living the Dream!’ is the premier sailing school in the Caribbean, offering 7 & 10 day ‘Cruise and Learn’ vacations. We can also customize private courses to accommodate your specific sailing goals. Our instructors are the best in the industry and we only use top quality, modern charter boats from the best charter companies. We offer both monohull & catamaran certification courses. Learn to sail with the best while enjoying an unforgettable Caribbean sailing vacation!
Mainsail Sailing School Stafford, Virginia
(540) 307-1490 mainsailsailingschool.com
Answer the call of the water! Join us at Mainsail Sailing School at Aquia. Our location on Aquia Creek, close to the Potomac River, offers multiple environments for all skill levels-calm for beginners and exciting conditions for more advanced students. We want to be comfortable and confident when you sail.
Marina Sailing – Channel Islands Oxnard, Southern California
(805) 985-5219 www.marinasailing.com
Marina Sailing is Southern California’s oldest and largest sailing charter and instruction company. Started in 1962, our six locations along the coast offer a wide range of boats from 22 to 50 feet, including monohulls, catamarans, and powerboats.
Marina Sailing – Long Beach Long Beach, Southern California
(562) 432-4672 www.marinasailing.com
Marina Sailing is Southern California’s oldest and largest sailing charter and instruction company. Started in 1962, our six locations along the coast offer a wide range of boats from 22 to 50 feet, including monohulls, catamarans, and powerboats.
Marina Sailing – Marina del Rey Marina del Rey, Southern California
(310) 822-6617 www.marinasailing.com
Marina Sailing is Southern California’s oldest and largest sailing charter and instruction company. Started in 1962, our six locations along the coast offer a wide range of boats from 22 to 50 feet, including monohulls, catamarans, and powerboats.
Marina Sailing – Redondo Beach Redondo Beach, Southern California
(310) 318-2772 www.marinasailing.com
Marina Sailing is Southern California’s oldest and largest sailing charter and instruction company. Started in 1962, our six locations along the coast offer a wide range of boats from 22 to 50 feet, including monohulls, catamarans, and powerboats.
Marina Sailing – San Diego San Diego, Southern California
(619) 221-8286 www.marinasailing.com
Marina Sailing is Southern California’s oldest and largest sailing charter and instruction company. Started in 1962, our six locations along the coast offer a wide range of boats from 22 to 50 feet, including monohulls, catamarans, and powerboats.
Maryland School of Sailing Rock Hall, Maryland
(410) 639-7030 mdschool.com
At the Maryland School of Sailing and Seamanship, helping people become exceptional sailors is our passion. That’s why our reputation as a serious school for serious sailors follows our students wherever they go. We don’t cut corners or compromise safety to sell certifications. We simply offer the best sailing instruction and turn out the finest sailors found anywhere. Since 1991, we’ve completed more than 240 long distance ocean training cruises and are known worldwide for our advanced program. However, like all pursuits, achieving a standard of excellence requires a thorough mastery of basic skills, and this is what we do …
MidBay Sailing Niceville, North West Florida
(850) 764-5538 midbaysailing.com
We are a sailing academy and sailing charter in Niceville, FL just north of Destin on Florida’s Emerald Coast. Locals and visitors can experience the magic of our beautiful home waters for a day, a weekend, or a lifetime.
Modern Sailing School & Club Sausalito, Northern California
(415) 331-8250 modernsailing.com
Since 1983, Modern Sailing School & Club has been introducing people to sailing from our headquarters in Sausalito, California. Even if you have never set foot on a boat, we can teach you everything you need to know to build a strong foundation in this rewarding and life long sport.
Myrtle Beach Sailing School Little River, South Carolina
(843) 241-6874 www.myrtlebeachsailingschool.com
Discover the passion of sailing while preparing yourself for the ‘Sailing Lifestyle’. Not only will you learn to sail almost exclusively in the Atlantic Ocean in front of two uninhabited barrier islands, you will also learn to navigate the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW). Each course has a three student limit allowing you maximum time for fine-tuning your sailing skills. 99% of our sailing is done in the Atlantic to challenge and prepare you for the ever-changing conditions of ocean sailing.
Naos Yachts Marina del Rey, Southern California
(310) 821-8446 naosyachts.com
The Naos Yachts team consists of offshore, coastal and dinghy racers, as well as long distance cruisers. Our instructors are all ASA certified and we provide instruction on brand new Beneteau yachts and Lagoon catamarans.
Narragansett Sailing School Barrington, Rhode Island
(401) 575-0964 narragansettsailing.com
We are a cruising oriented sailing school. We do not teach you to go fast, we embrace the tranquil aspects of sailing focusing on safety, boat handling, and keeping the drama out of boating. Our 12 instructors all have extensive sailing experience, and most have cruised up and down the intracoastal waterway and beyond.
Navy Patuxent Sailing Club Patuxent River, Maryland
(443) 240-2250 navypaxsail.com
The Navy Patuxent Sailing Club membership is over two hundred Active Duty, Reserve, Civil Service, and Contractor personnel. We come from all backgrounds with a common interest and a variety of skill levels in sailing. With the Patuxent River and Chesapeake Bay at our back door, we have the finest sailing on the East Coast just minutes away.
New York Sailing Center Brooklyn, New York City Area
(917) 331-8558 newyorksailing.club
We’re the ’boutique’ school, and since 1968, we’ve been giving you MORE of what you go to sailing school for! We offer courses from Basic to Bareboat and beyond. Coastal Navigation 105 is offered all winter, and our fun and comprehensive Start Sailing courses (ASA 101) as well as cruising courses resume in the spring.
Newport Beach Sailing School Newport Beach, Southern California
(949) 209-9931 www.newportbeachsail.com
The Newport Beach Sailing School is unique in that we specialize in private and semi-private sailing instruction off the coast of Southern California. Our motto is ‘The best value in private sailing lessons.’ We are dedicated to providing highly personalized instruction, and the classes are scheduled according to your availability.
Nockamixon Sailing School Quakertown, Pennsylvania
(215) 499-0335 nockamixonsailingschool.com
We teach and certify our students to ASA standards, and offer beginning and intermediate level sailing classes. By choosing Nockamixon Sailing School for your sailing education you can realize your dream of learning to sail. Our alumni charter sailboats in destinations all over the world, and many have purchased their own sailboat.
North Star Sailing Charters Gulfport, Mississippi
(228) 617-8057 www.northstarsailingcharters.com
Feel the gulf breeze blowing through your hair and the mist in your face as you embark on a nautical day of fun on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Captain Jim will ensure your safety and comfort so you can relax and enjoy the magnificent view of the Mississippi coastline, barrier islands and marine life at its best on North Star Sailing Charters.
Northern Breezes Sailing School – Duluth Duluth, Minnesota
(763) 542-9707 NorthernBreezesSailing.com
Northern Breezes Sailing Schools Duluth branch is located in the exciting twin ports of the Duluth Superior Harbor. All of our instructors are licensed United States Coast Guard (USCG) Masters and American Sailing Association (ASA) certified sailing instructors. Classes are conducted on a fleet of well-maintained Hunter sailboats.
Northern Breezes Sailing School – Minneapolis Minneapolis, Minnesota
(763) 542-9707 NorthernBreezesSailing.com
Northern Breezes Sailing School – Walker Walker, Minnesota
(763) 542-9707 NorthernBreezesSailing.com
Northern Virginia Sailing School Woodbridge, Virginia
(571) 331-0901 sailnova.com
Northern Virginia Sailing School is located directly on the Potomac River in beautiful Leesylvania State Park, and is less than 30 minutes southwest of Washington, DC.
Norton’s Sailing School Deltaville, Virginia
(804) 776-9211 www.nortonyachts.com
Norton’s Sailing School provides students with top-notch sailing instructors who love the water and think the Bay is the best classroom. We believe that students learn best when 90% of the instruction is on the water. Our instruction is comprehensive, yet relaxed because we want our students to have fun while learning to sail!
Outbound Sailing Lakeway, Austin Area, Texas
(512) 222-7245 www.outboundsailing.com
Whether you are interested in day sailing or have visions of chartering a sailboat in exotic locations our sailing lessons are specifically designed to prepare you to safely skipper a cruising sailboat with total confidence. Our class sizes are limited to a maximum of 2 students ensuring you receive a high degree of attention and personalization guaranteeing you will be delighted with the results.
Passion Yachts Portland, Oregon
(503) 289-6306 www.passion-yachts.com
Passion Yachts teaches on modern Beneteau, Jeanneau, and Hunter sailboats on the Columbia River and throughout the San Juan Islands. Boat sizes range from 22 to 45 feet. Passion Yachts will even teach students on their own boat if it is properly equipped. “Hands-on instruction” is paramount in Basic Sailing through Advanced Coastal Cruising. We believe that students learn best when 60%-90% of the instruction is on the water.
Pentagon Sailing Club Washington, District of Columbia
(202) 681-4772 www.pentagonsailing.org
The Pentagon Sailing Club is Washington DC’s premier volunteer association dedicated to safe recreational sailing on the Potomac and Anacostia Rivers, the Chesapeake Bay, and wherever the winds may take us. We base our operations out of Capitol Cove Marina on Joint Base Anacostia – Bolling (formerly Bolling AFB), and maintain a fleet of club-owned sailboats. PSC offers classroom training, on-the-water sailing instruction, recreational sailing, sailboat racing and club charters. We offer sailing lessons and qualify our members in affiliation with American Sailing Association(ASA) and the U.S. Naval Sailing Association (USNSA).
Port of Call Charts School Ft Myers, South West Florida
+1 (239) 671-5929 poccllc.com
Our diverse, Ft Myers Beach and Sanibel Island waters are the perfect sub-tropical sailing waters are unmatched for training. Our ASA instructor ratings are awesome! We achieve that by providing great coaches, access to outstanding training waters, and proper vessels for learning.
R&R Charters and Sail School Grasonville, Maryland
(570) 690-3645 randrchartersandsailschool.net
We own three boats, a Cal 22, a Hunter 28, and a new Beneteau Oceanis 41 for our 104 and 106 classes. Our beginning courses are taught over three days in the peaceful Chester River just off the Chesapeake Bay. For our 104 class we explore the calm rural anchorage areas of the Eastern Shore and visit Annapolis. Our 106 class does a Delmarva circumnavigation of approximately 450-500 nm with lots of night and ocean sailing experience.
Redbud Marina & RV Park Claremore, Oklahoma
(918) 341-5190 redbudmarina.com
Redbud Marina is the oldest ASA sailing school in Oklahoma. We are located on Oologah Lake. Not only the best sailing lake in the state, but Oologah is an easy 30 minute drive from Down Town Tulsa. We have the largest active sailing community in Oklahoma. Oologah Lake is the 3rd largest lake in Oklahoma, with 209 miles of shoreline and over 29,000 acres of water, there is not a bad day for sailing. Redbud Marina also sells and services sailboats of all shapes and sizes. Our staff has over 100 years of combined experience. We strive to help every …
Reef Runner Sailing – Panama City Panama City, North West Florida
(850) 890-1120 www.rrsailing.com
Reef Runner Sailing, established in 1999, offers a variety of sailing experiences in our locations in Panama City, FL, and Key Largo, FL. We also have affiliates in key locations of the Bahamas, the Caribbean, and the Greek Isles. Reef Runner Sailing School is an American Sailing Association (ASA) accredited sailing school offering sailing instruction for the beginning to experienced sailor. Come see why we are simply the best at teaching you how to sail, helping you improve your skills, and spreading a genuine enthusiasm for sailing. Learn to sail in the emerald waters around Panama City, FL, and explore …
Sail Away Sailing School Minneapolis, Minnesota
(612) 871-8101 sailawaysailingschool.com
We take pride in excellent customer service, conducting classes, cruises and coaching in Minnesota, the Great Lakes, and Caribbean. Lead instructor is Captain Joan GiImore, who holds a master’s degree in adult learning styles and has been an Instructor Evaluator for ASA since 2000, training instructors in the U.S., Japan and Caribbean. The former ASA Education Coordinator now serves on three non-profit sailing boards and writes articles for Sailing and other national magazines.
Sail Channel Islands Oxnard, Southern California
(805) 750-7828 www.sailchannelislands.com
COASTAL CRUISING AND BAREBOAT TRAINING in Channel Islands NationalPark. That’s what I do. That and cruises for up to four people just for the fun of it. In terms of ASA qualifications, I only do private lessons – just you and your crew. And if your crew is a spouse who just needs a vacation, that’s fine, too.
Sail Olympia Olympia, Washington
(360) 528-9641 sailolympia.com
Sail Olympia delivers a first-class adventure sailing vacation and education experience in the South Puget Sound. We are teachers and sailers only. Our focus is 100% on our students and guests in our sailing school and adventure travel.
Sail Ontario Sackets Harbor, North Country, New York
(315) 783-2755 sail-ontario.com
Start your Sailing adventure today with Sail Ontario in the historic shadow of the War of 1812. You’ll start your journey at the Madison Barracks Marina, named for President Madison and host to then 2nd Lieutenant Ulyses S. Grant. You’ll spend plenty of time on Lake Ontario, sail past the historic battlefield that saw action in 1812 and 1813, and have plenty of wind. Sails go up within minutes of leaving the dock giving you maximum time on the water to practice all the skills until they are second nature.
Sail Solomons Solomons, Maryland
(410) 326-4917 sailsi.com
Our racing and cruising and chartering experience enables us to target the training to our student’s particular requirements. We truly love our jobs, but we take our sailing seriously so you will be safe on the water.
Sailboat Shop Lake Pleasant, Arizona
(928) 501-7245 sailaz.com
The SAILBOAT SHOP – Arizona Sailing Headquarters at Lake Pleasant’s NEW Scorpion Bay Marina! The Sailboat Shop has been serving desert sailors for over 30 years and is YOUR ONE STOP SHOP for all of your sailing needs: Sailing Lessons, Rentals & Tours, Parts and Services, New and Used Boats for Sale.
SailNashville Nashville, Tennessee
(615) 974-0100 sailnashville.com
SailNashville offers its classes from Hamilton Creek Marina on Percy Priest Lake in Nashville, Tennessee. Our classes are limited to four students. You never share a class with more than three students. This allows every student more hands-on time on the tiller and personalized instruction. Our ASA 101 course is taught on a new Catalina 22 Sport. The Catalina provides a very stable, but responsive sailing platform for beginning students.
SailTime – Chicago Chicago, Illinois
(815) 356-8791 www.sailtime.com
We are Bob & Maureen Remsing, SailTime base owners in Chicago and Winthrop Harbor. We love boating on Lake Michigan and want to share it with you. SailTime offers easy and affordable access to “the right boat” and ASA-certified trainers. Join us on the water.
SailTime – San Francisco Emeryville, Northern California
(415) 869-2861 www.sailtime.com
Hi! I am Captain Lisa of SailTime San Francisco Bay. Sailing has been my passion ever since I can remember back to when I was 7 years old on a Sunfish with my father and the family dog! I spent many years sailing catamarans before I got serious and started sailing bigger boats. Along the way I took classes, read, studied and did a lot of sailing. The excellent training I have received both with an instructor and with on water experience has made me the confident sailor that I am today. Never stop learning or sailing! I was a …
SailTime Annapolis Sailing Academy Annapolis, Maryland
(443) 376-7245 annapolissailinginstruction.com
SailTime Annapolis is proud to offer our sailing school services to both members and non-members of SailTime Annapolis. We are located at Horn Point Harbor Marina at the mouth of Back Creek. At SailTime Annapolis you will find experienced, professional teachers, new yachts, and the flexibility to work with your busy schedule. Whether you are a first time sailor or an experienced salt, we have a course that will cater to your needs as a developing captain. Our goal is to teach you the sailing and decision making skills that you need to safely and enjoyable captain your own SailTime …
SailTime Chesapeake Bay South Norfolk, Virginia
(757) 480-7245 sailtime.com/virginia
If sailing the Chesapeake Bay is your dream, we are here to get you on the water. SailTime Chesapeake Bay South is located at Morningstar Marina on Little Creek in Norfolk, VA. We offer courses to get you on the water fast with comprehensive hands-on training in a fun relaxing 2-day course.
SailTime Milwaukee Racine, Wisconsin
(262) 960-1470 www.sailtime.com
SailTime Milwaukee offers sailing instruction in Milwaukee, Racine and Kenosha WI. Our classes are taught aboard 33 and 38 foot sailboats. The class sizes range from 2 to 4 people. You are able to learn on the same cruising class sailboats that you can become a member on and use as if you owned them.
SailTime Philadelphia Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
(866) 724-5101 www.sailtime.com
SailTime Sailing School – Houston Kemah, Houston / Galveston Area, Texas
(409) 500-SAIL sailtime.com/houston
Whether you’re brand new to sailing or a seasoned “old salty”, SailTime will place you at the helm of a beautiful new Beneteau or Jeanneau sailing yacht with confidence and competence. We teach all of our lessons on new cruising style sailing yachts equipped with all of the latest electronics and full featured equipment lists because we believe our students should learn on the style boats they are most likely to sail on in the future. Come let us show you how fun and easy modern sailing can be!
SailTime Southwest Florida Punta Gorda, South West Florida
(941) 210-0093 www.sailtime.com/southwest-florida
SailTime Southwest Florida is excited to offer our expert sailing school services to the region and beyond. Learn how to sail or expand your knowledge in beautiful Charlotte Harbor from our base in Burnt Store Marina, Punta Gorda, Florida!
San Juan Sailing Bellingham, Washington
(360) 671-8339 www.sanjuansailing.com
One of the most well-respected sailing schools in the Pacific Northwest, San Juan Sailing has been offering sailing training for over 35 years! You won’t find a better value anywhere, as we’re the only School that provides an “All Inclusive” experience – each a fully provisioned, live aboard, sleep aboard course – not just on our weeklong Learn-n-Cruises, but even on our 2-day ASA 101, 103 and 104 Weekender classes!
Sara-Bay Sailing School & Charters Longboat Key, Central West Florida
(941) 914-5132 www.sarabaysailing.com
Sara-Bay Sailing School and Charters is located on beautiful Longboat Key overlooking Sarasota Bay. We are an ASA affiliate and have been following it’s Learn to Sail program, offering Sailboat Rentals, and captained Charters on the bay and Gulf of Mexico for almost 20 years.
Sea Safaris Sailing School – Milwaukee Milwaukee, Wisconsin
(800) 724-5272 seasafarissailingschool.com
At Sea Safaris Sailing School, We prepare our students on how to become safe sailors by learning basic skills and best practices on the water. All of our fun filler courses start with the basics and elevate your skills to the next level. We believe learning is a continuum as many students start with basic sailing and keep improving to learn more advanced skills such as coastal navigation, celestial navigation, and marine weather.
Seas the Day Sailing School Honolulu, Hawaii
(808) 721-7327 seasthedaysailingschool.com
There is no better place to learn to sail than off Oahu’s south shore. With our natural tradewinds and warm water year-round, sailing in Hawaii can’t be beaten. If you are looking to become an ASA Certified sailor or just more proficient in the art of sailing, our classes will get you fully prepared.
Seattle Sailing Club Seattle, Washington
(206) 782-5100 seattlesailing.com
Seattle Sailing Club is the home of fun, affordable sailing on the Puget Sound. As one of the most active and vibrant ASA certification schools in the country, our experience teaching sailing is second to none. The priorities for each course are simple: Safe, Fun, and Professional. Our staff of well-qualified sailing instructors are licensed through the U.S. Coast Guard and American Sailing Association, and more importantly are committed to helping you achieve your sailing goals.
Sonoran Sport Center San Carlos, Mexico
(+52) 622-226-0508 sailsancarlos.com
Sonoran Sport Center now offers two locations to take a sailing course. The Sea of Cortes in San Carlos Sonora or in the Maya Riviera of Cancun in the state of Quintana Roo. We have mono hulls and multihulls to choose from so sailing students can sail a variety of boats if they wish. Your instructor has 25 years of sailing experience in Mexico. The two locations we offer in Mexico are not only some of the most scenic destinations in the country but also offer some of the finest conditions in the world to sail. Coupled with the variety …
Sonset Sailing School Port Sanilac, Michigan
(989) 635-2696 sonsetmarine.com
Located in the summer vacation resort village of Port Sanilac, we can certify you and prepare you for your next sailing adventure. Capt’n John Diel has over 40 years of sailing experience and almost 100,000 miles of sailing logged. He has sailed and trained many for family adventures and for long distance blue water passage making. He is a “Salty Dog” – a title given by ARC to those who have sailed many miles and ocean passages.
SOUL Sailing Bronx, New York City Area
(917) 407-0017 soulsailingnyc.com
At SOUL Sailing, we believe that anyone can learn to sail. By using small boats with a traditionally rigged set-up, students are exposed to basic concepts of sailing in a hands-on approach. Sailing is about feeling, understanding, and connecting with the environment around you. Our focus is on enjoying the water, but students are also exposed to the historically appropriate terminology.
South Bay Sailing Redondo Beach, Southern California
(310) 937-3180 www.southbaysailing.com
South Bay Sailing has been offering a wide range American Sailing Association Certification Courses, Charters, Rentals, Youth Lessons/Camps, Social Events and much more since 2005. Learn basic through advanced sailing skills or just enjoy the day on the water with a twist of performance aboard one of our J/80s or our Farr 40. And why not hold your next team building regatta on actual race boats! No matter what sailing option you choose, our ASA certified sailing instructors will have you on the open ocean minutes after your departure. South Bay Sailing has always prided itself in making sailing accessible …
South Coast Sailing Adventures Seabrook, Houston / Galveston Area, Texas
(281) 334-4606 www.southcoastsailing.com
South Coast Sailing Adventures is conveniently located in Kemah, Texas – 30 minutes from downtown Houston or Galveston. All of our instructors are U.S.C.G. licensed captains and are certified by the ASA. We utilize training boats specifically designed to teach beginning sailors and we have the largest sailing fleet along the northern Gulf Coast with 24+ boats ranging from 23-45′ from manufacturers like Colgate, Catalina, Beneteau, and Hunter.
Southern Most Sailing School Key West, Florida Keys
(305) 407-4141 southernmostsailingschool.com
When you come to KeyWest to take your sailing classes you will be in a Tropical or subtropical area of Florida. Our prevailing winds are from the South East and we separate the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean with our narrow peninsula. This means we can get the benefit of the Ocean Breeze but not the big waves on the Gulf side. When you’re trying to learn how to sail you can concentrate on just that and not be tossed around by 4 to 6 foot waves like you might be if you were sailing on the Atlantic …
Spinnaker Crew Sailing Chicago, Illinois
855.SP.CREW.1 spinnakercrewsailing.com
Spinnaker Crew Sailing is not just a sailing school… But rather is a brand that reflects the idea that Freedom and Adventure are core tenets in our belief system. At Spinnaker Crew Sailing we strive to make our experiences fun so that they become indelibly etched into our memories.
Spinnaker Sailing Redwood City, Northern California
650-363-1390 spinnakersailing.com
Spinnaker Sailing in Redwood City is the perfect sailing club providing, sailing instruction and sailing activities for those living on the San Francisco Peninsula, South Bay and East Bay locations. Students who graduate from Spinnaker Sailing School not only received the internationally recognized certification from ASA but the confidence to sail anywhere in the world.
Spinnaker Sailing – San Francisco San Francisco, Northern California
(415) 543-7333 www.spinnaker-sailing.com
Spinnaker Sailing has been in business for 35 years. and is located in one of the Best Marinas on the West Coast, South Beach Harbor. This location is perfect as the breeze is fresh, the water is flat and it’s only 3 minutes from the boats berth to our teaching grounds…no long channels.
St. Augustine Sailing St. Augustine, North East Florida
(904) 829-0648 sta-sail.com
From basic to advanced courses, we can help you achieve your on-the-water goals! Located at St. Augustine’s premiere marina, St. Augustine Sailing has immediate access to both river and offshore experience.
Swain Sailing School Tortola, BVI, British Virgin Islands
(800) 948-7245 swainsailing.com
Rob Swain Sailing School is located in Tortola in the beautiful British Virgin Islands. Founded 23 years ago by our lead instructor Rob Swain we pride ourselves in providing a complete experience. Whether you are learning to sail or wish to gain bareboat or coastal cruising certifications our ASA qualified instructors who are all experienced yachtsman and women will help you reach your goals.
The Sailing School Delran, New Jersey
(866) 724-5101 www.thesailingschool.us
Are you ready to follow your dreams? Many people see the little white triangles floating above a waterway and think, maybe someday. With some instruction and practice, someday is closer than you think! Our goal is to motivate students in a safe, comfortable, and fun environment. As an ASA certified school, we teach the standards set forth in curriculum that is recognized worldwide.
True North Sailing School & Club Jersey City, New Jersey
(908) 489–0589 www.sailtruenorth.com
Why not make this the year that you enter the wonderful world of sailing? The “Sailing Lifestyle” is filled with fun, excitement and adventure and can be enjoyed by both men and women age 8 through 80. The Sailing Life can take you cruising to exotic ports and beautiful anchorages in the Caribbean or out to the race course to enjoy the thrills of yacht racing competition. Sailing holds a place for everyone’s taste and ability and there is no better time to get started than right now by registering for a sailing course at The True North Sailing School. …
U-SAIL of Central Florida Sanford, Central Florida
(407) 330-0633 www.usailflorida.com
U-SAIL is a great place to learn the sailing basics. We are located on the protected waters of Lake Monroe, part of the beautiful St. Johns River and just minutes from Orlando. Our fleet consists of keelboat in sizes from 18′ to 30′, fully rigged and coast guard compliant. Captain/Instructors have 30+ years of sailing experience both racing and cruising. U-Sail of Central Florida was selected as one of the Outstanding Sailing Schools for 2012 by the American Sailing Association (ASA), based on student evaluations. Once you’ve completed your certifications, join the sailboat club, an easy and accessible way to …
U.P. Sailing Company Marquette, Michigan
(906) 202-1020 upsailingco.com
U.P. Sailing Company focuses on beginner sailors, those wanting to gain confidence or advance their skills in boat handling, sail trim, passage making, offshore cruising, racing, or gain credentials in order to bareboat charter anywhere in the world.
Veteran Sailing Association Tavernier, Florida Keys
(305) 619-3433 veteransailing.com
Ahoy! Veteran Sailing Association is the Florida Keys newest ASA sailing school located in the Upper Florida Keys. Capt. Joe is a US NAVY SEAL, who (being a native) knows the waters having sailed them his entire life. VSA’s custom ASA training program is geared toward Veterans, those that support them and couples seeking the confidence to sail unassisted without any prior sailing experience.
Virgin Islands Sailing Academy Red Hook, US Virgin Islands, US Virgin Islands
(340) 690-6011 virginislandssailingacademy.com
All of our sailing classes are taught in a 3-9 day, live aboard approach, where students are totally immersed into learning to sail and cruise, and no hotels are required. Class size is kept small and is typically 3-4 students. Visit exotic destinations in Tortola, Jost van Dyke, Virgin Gorda, St. John, and St. Thomas while taking beginner to intermediate level sailing classes. Visit St. Croix, Anegada, Vieques, and Culebra in advanced classes.
Waikiki Sailing School Honolulu, Hawaii
(808) 382-4437 waikikisailingschool.com
Waikiki Sailing School is affordable and fun for the whole family. Join us for an afternoon sail off Diamond Head or a multi-day, over-night cruise. We offer custom packages for every budget and experience level. Let us help you find your sea legs for the first time or chart your own course across the Hawaiian Islands.
Waypoints Florida St Petersburg, Central West Florida
(443) 225-4355 waypoints.com
Windsong Sailing Academy Lake Lanier, Georgia
(770) 967-1515 windsongsail.com
Windward Sailing School Amelia Island, North East Florida
(904) 327-3265 windwardsailing.com
Our sailing area offers deep water sailing in shore and offshore with easy access to the Atlantic. Our boats are docked on the ICW and we are able to sail right off the dock. Currents here are strong and offer challenging conditions, as well as pristine sailing areas. We have favorable winds and sail year-round. A student can expect to find an array of conditions and circumstances that would be useful for future sailing.
Windward SeaVenture Charters Kemah, Houston / Galveston Area, Texas
(281) 467-2279 www.windwardseaventure.com
Windward SeaVenture Charters has instructors voted “Instructor of the Year” in 2002, 2005, 2006, 2013 and they all are USCG Master Level licensed captains with over 30 years’ experience in sailing and teaching. We also offer you a discount on all charters you take with us for 1 year from your date of completion of any class with no monthly club dues or yearly fees. Our class sizes are limited to 4 persons plus instructor, so that you will have individual attention.
