Community Boating Programs and Course Offerings
Community Boating Classes begin in June and run through August.
Community Boating programs and courses are open to the public on a tuition basis. To enroll click the registration button below each course to open our enrollment page.
We hope that you will consider becoming a Community Boating Member.
Adult or Youth "First Sail" Sailing Lesson: for those individuals who have never been sailing, but want to give it a try, we offer this 1 hour sail on one of our keelboats to give you a taste of what sailing is all about! Our instructor can take 1 or 2 people out at a time for this first sail experience.
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What to bring with you: sunscreen, water, face covering, a lifejacket (or we can provide a loaner if needed) and appropriate clothing based on the weather.
$40.00
Adult or Youth 2hr "Sail Lesson": We offer this program as a longer, more in depth version of the original "First Sail Program 1-hr." Our instructor can take 1 or 2 people out at a time.
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What to bring with you: sunscreen, water, face covering, a lifejacket (or we can provide a loaner if needed) and appropriate clothing based on the weather.
$75.00
Adult or Youth 3-hr "Sail Lesson": 3-hour sailing refresher with a certified Instructor. Conducted in one of our keelboats. Covers the basics as needed and touches on topics requested by the student.
What to bring with you: sunscreen, water, face covering, a lifejacket (or we can provide a loaner if needed) and appropriate clothing based on the weather.
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$85.00 / $50.00 for an additional guest
Adult Learn to Sail: A comprehensive, instructional series that teaches the basic fundamentals of how to sail. It includes a large number of topics to give you a terrific introduction into the sport of sailing, including points of sail, how to read the wind, sail trim, how to helm a boat, tack, jibe, etc., rules of the road, basic marine knots, how to sail away from and back to a dock, etc.
The curriculum is taught over multiple days so you receive a full 12 hours of instruction, with the bulk of it out on the water in our boats. Each class has a maximum of 3 students assigned each lesson with one of our certified instructors for the entire schedule. Note that if bad weather prevents a class from being held, a makeup session will be scheduled between the instructor and the student(s) involved.
$325.00
CB - "Safe Powerboat Handling"
Whether you're a novice eager to navigate the waters or seeking to refine your skills, our program offers the perfect blend of theory and hands-on experience to master the art of power boating with confidence.
Led by seasoned instructors, this course covers essential topics including boat handling, navigation rules, safety procedures, and emergency protocols. You'll learn the ins and outs of operating a powerboat responsibly, ensuring not just your own safety but also that of your passengers and fellow mariners.