We teach 10-17 year olds to sail with two instruction levels.  One level is for beginning sailors and a second for intermediate or returning participants. By the end of a 2-week session, beginning participants will be able to sail safely without the assistance of the instructors. All sessions include beginning and intermediate instructions.

The Basics
Beginning Sailing - is a two-week course for preteens and teens taught by experienced US Sailing certified instructors and volunteers with years of sailing experience. We use US Sailing Organization’s standard curriculum and teach every participant to sail. Participants also learn the value of our rich local marine environment.
 
Intermediate Sailing - runs concurrently with the Beginning program to advance the skills of experienced or returning participants. Intermediates can complete their “Skipper” qualification or equivalent US Sailing Small Boat Certification. 

Included:
  • Use of sailboats
  • Use of lifejacket (U.S. Coast Guard certified Personal Floatation device)
  • US Sailing Organization Certified Instructors
  • First Responder/CPR certified staff
  • A light snack every day
  • Graduation picnic

Knowing how to swim is preferred but not mandatory.

The classes are held at Belle Isle Boat House on Belle Isle​

Safety Is Our Priority
  • ​Red Cross CPR/First Responder certified - Certified instructors.
  • Coast Guard approved Life Jackets - they are required when on or near the water by everyone. 
  • Swim Assessment -to determine participant’s comfort around water.
  •  Safety powerboats - on the water while participants are sailing.
  • Annual  Coast Guard Auxiliary Inspections - by the Detroit Power Squadron.
  • Protected Sailing Area is our classroom - protected by Belle isle bridge. No Wake zone. No big boats. 
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