Basic Sailing Classes Consist Of:
- US Sailing “Learn to Sail Textbook”
- Two evenings of classroom instruction with US Sailing Certified Instructor
- One all day practical on the water lesson utilizing the ”American 146 Day Sailor” and written exam
Classroom Instructions Include:
- Elements of Boating Safety
- Parts of the Boat
- Knot Tying
- Sails and Sailing Theory
Practical Instructions Include:
- Sailing All Points of Sail
- Leaving/Returning to Dock
- Man Overboard & Capsize Recovery
After successful completion, participants will be issued a US Sailing Certification Record Book
Certification Benefits:
- Access to rent Basic Sailing Qualified Sailboats at various Navy MWR programs around the world (*local policies and procedures may vary)
- Access to rent the American 146 Day Sailor and “Aquacat” boats here at MWR Great Lakes
- Nationally Recognized Skill Certification through US Navy Sailing Association and access to membership. (*This class does not provide a "US Sailing Certification". Certification is for "US Navy Sailing Association" only).
2024 Classes Schedule:
Thursday 6-9pm • Friday 6-9pm • Saturdays 9am-3pm
Sundays 9am-12pm are built in weather backup days.
- June 6-9
- June 13-16
- July 11-14
- August 15-18
July & August courses will have two class options available:
- Option 1: Thursday and Friday afternoons (2-5pm), Saturday (9am-3pm) and a weather back up day of the following Saturday
- Option 2: Thursday and Friday evenings (6-9pm), Sunday (9am-3pm) and a weather back up day of the following Sunday
Cost:
Military $200, Other $225
Call to register today! 847-688-5417