​ We teach youth age 10-17 to sail. We have 2 programs one for beginners and a second for experienced or returning participants. By the end of a session, beginning participants will be able to sail safely without the assistance of the instructors. Beginning and Intermediate sailors are taught in both sessions. 

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 returning participants and complete their “Skipper” qualification.
 
The classes are held at Kean’s Marina www.keansmarina.com

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

Knowing how to swim is preferred but not mandatory.
Safety Is Our Priority
  • ​Red Cross CPR/First Responder certified - most instructors.
  • Coast Guard approved Life Jackets - that are required when on or near the water. 
  • Swim Assessment -to determine participant’s comfort around water.
  •  Safety boats - 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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