It’s never too late to learn how to sail.
Adult Program progression
Discovery
Private Lessons
First Sail
First Sail with Foam Brewers
Development & Challenge
Development Phase programs deliver the core fundamentals of sailing. The focus should be on nurturing interest from prior program and developing reliable basic knowledge and fundamentals. There should also be a healthy challenge element to drive improvement and expand comfort zones.
Basic Dinghy Class
Basic Keelboat Class
Lake Access Rentals
Intermediate Skills
Clinic
Mastery
Mastery Phase programs build off fundamentals to facilitate confident and competent independent sailors. The focus should be on perfecting skills and creating an in-depth sailing knowledge. Sailors in this phase should be mostly independent and require little help.
Friday Night Dinghy Racing
Racing Clinics and Seminars
Keelboat Spinnaker Clinic
US Sailing Certified Instructor
Adult Sailing Programs
2026 Registration opens on April 6th!
First Sails
If you aren’t sure if sailing is right for you or if you do not have time for a full course, this is the program that will get you out on the water. In partnership with US Sailing’s First Sail program, we are offering several opportunities throughout the summer for you to have your first sail.
Thursdays
First Sail
Curious about sailing but not ready to commit to a full course? First Sail offers the perfect introduction. Throughout the summer and into the fall, you’ll have the opportunity to get out on the water and experience sailing firsthand. This relaxed, beginner-friendly outing takes place on a keelboat with a certified US Sailing instructor on board, ensuring a safe, welcoming, and memorable first experience.
Thursday, June 18, 2026, 5:45 PM - 7:45 PM - Thursday, August 20, 2026, 5:45 PM - 7:45 PM
$60.00 / session
Installments Available
Sessions
Weekends
First Sail
Curious about sailing but not ready to commit to a full course? First Sail offers the perfect introduction. Throughout the summer and into the fall, you’ll have the opportunity to get out on the water and experience sailing firsthand. This relaxed, beginner-friendly outing takes place on a keelboat with a certified US Sailing instructor on board, ensuring a safe, welcoming, and memorable first experience.
Saturday, June 6, 2026, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM - Saturday, September 19, 2026, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
$60.00 / session
Installments Available
Sessions
First Sails with Foam Brewers
First Sail with Foam Brewers
Curious about sailing but not ready to commit to a full course? First Sail offers the perfect introduction. Throughout the summer and into the fall, you’ll have the opportunity to get out on the water and experience sailing firsthand. This relaxed, beginner-friendly outing takes place on a keelboat with a certified US Sailing instructor on board, ensuring a safe, welcoming, and memorable first experience. Followed by social hour at Foam Brewers Community Partner: Foam Brewers
Sunday, June 7, 2026, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM - Saturday, September 12, 2026, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
$70.00 / session
Installments Available
Sessions
Women Only First Sails
Women Only: First Sail with Foam Brewers
Curious about sailing but not ready to commit to a full course? First Sail offers the perfect introduction. Throughout the summer and into the fall, you’ll have the opportunity to get out on the water and experience sailing firsthand. This relaxed, beginner-friendly outing takes place on a keelboat with a certified US Sailing instructor on board, ensuring a safe, welcoming, and memorable first experience. Followed by social hour at Foam Brewers Community Partner: Foam Brewers Open to all who identify as women.
Saturday, June 20, 2026, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
$70.00 / session
Installments Available
Sessions
Women Only: First Sail
Curious about sailing but not ready to commit to a full course? First Sail offers the perfect introduction. Throughout the summer and into the fall, you’ll have the opportunity to get out on the water and experience sailing firsthand. This relaxed, beginner-friendly outing takes place on a keelboat with a certified US Sailing instructor on board, ensuring a safe, welcoming, and memorable first experience. Open to all who identify as women.
Sunday, August 16, 2026, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
$60.00 / session
Installments Available
Sessions
Learn to Sail: Dinghy
Dinghies offer an excellent opportunity to get an active, hands-on introduction to the sport of sailing.
Weekday Afternoons
Learn to Sail Dinghy
Dinghies offer an exciting, hands-on introduction to the sport of sailing. Our 12–14 foot boats comfortably seat two adults and give you a close-to-the-water experience that helps you instantly feel how wind and waves influence the boat. On the very first day, you’ll even learn how to safely right a capsized dinghy, a key skill taught in a supportive, confidence-building environment. This 15-hour course blends learning with adventure, including the occasional splash as you sail across beautiful Lake Champlain. Your registration also includes the course textbook, Learn Sailing Right.
Weekdays, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$430.00 / session
Installments Available
Sessions
Weekday Evenings
Learn to Sail Dinghy
Dinghies offer an exciting, hands-on introduction to the sport of sailing. Our 12–14 foot boats comfortably seat two adults and give you a close-to-the-water experience that helps you instantly feel how wind and waves influence the boat. On the very first day, you’ll even learn how to safely right a capsized dinghy, a key skill taught in a supportive, confidence-building environment. This 15-hour course blends learning with adventure, including the occasional splash as you sail across beautiful Lake Champlain. Your registration also includes the course textbook, Learn Sailing Right.
Weekdays, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
$430.00 / session
Installments Available
Sessions
Weekend Full Days
Learn to Sail Dinghy
Dinghies offer an exciting, hands-on introduction to the sport of sailing. Our 12–14 foot boats comfortably seat two adults and give you a close-to-the-water experience that helps you instantly feel how wind and waves influence the boat. On the very first day, you’ll even learn how to safely right a capsized dinghy, a key skill taught in a supportive, confidence-building environment. This 15-hour course blends learning with adventure, including the occasional splash as you sail across beautiful Lake Champlain. Your registration also includes the course textbook, Learn Sailing Right.
Sundays, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM - Saturdays, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
$430.00 / session
Installments Available
Sessions
Women Only Dinghy Classes
Women Only: Learn to Sail Dinghy
Dinghies offer an exciting, hands-on introduction to the sport of sailing. Our 12–14 foot boats comfortably seat two adults and give you a close-to-the-water experience that helps you instantly feel how wind and waves influence the boat. On the very first day, you’ll even learn how to safely right a capsized dinghy, a key skill taught in a supportive, confidence-building environment. This 15-hour course blends learning with adventure, including the occasional splash as you sail across beautiful Lake Champlain. Your registration also includes the course textbook, Learn Sailing Right. Open to all who identify as women.
Weekdays, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
$430.00 / session
Installments Available
Sessions
Learn to Sail: Keelboat
Enjoy a more relaxing experience learning how to sail our 23 foot keelboats.
Weekday Mornings
Learn to Sail Keelboat
If you’re new to big-boat sailing or prefer a more relaxed approach to the sport, our keelboat classes are an ideal fit. You’ll learn alongside several other students and an instructor aboard a 23-foot Sonar keelboat, working together to master the fundamentals. Each participant will have the chance to trim sails, steer the boat, and practice approaching a mooring. This 15-hour course allows plenty of time to observe, learn from your peers, and enjoy the sights and sounds of Lake Champlain at a comfortable pace. Your registration also includes the course textbook, Basic Keelboat.
Weekdays, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM - Weekdays, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$470.00 / session
Installments Available
Sessions
Weekday Evenings
Learn to Sail Keelboat
If you’re new to big-boat sailing or prefer a more relaxed approach to the sport, our keelboat classes are an ideal fit. You’ll learn alongside several other students and an instructor aboard a 23-foot Sonar keelboat, working together to master the fundamentals. Each participant will have the chance to trim sails, steer the boat, and practice approaching a mooring. This 15-hour course allows plenty of time to observe, learn from your peers, and enjoy the sights and sounds of Lake Champlain at a comfortable pace. Your registration also includes the course textbook, Basic Keelboat.
Weekdays, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
$470.00 / session
Installments Available
Sessions
Weekend Full Days
Learn to Sail Keelboat
If you’re new to big-boat sailing or prefer a more relaxed approach to the sport, our keelboat classes are an ideal fit. You’ll learn alongside several other students and an instructor aboard a 23-foot Sonar keelboat, working together to master the fundamentals. Each participant will have the chance to trim sails, steer the boat, and practice approaching a mooring. This 15-hour course allows plenty of time to observe, learn from your peers, and enjoy the sights and sounds of Lake Champlain at a comfortable pace. Your registration also includes the course textbook, Basic Keelboat.
Saturdays, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
$470.00 / session
Installments Available
Sessions
Women Only Keelboat Classes
Women Only: Saturday Full Days
If you’re new to big-boat sailing or prefer a more relaxed approach to the sport, our keelboat classes are an ideal fit. You’ll learn alongside several other students and an instructor aboard a 23-foot Sonar keelboat, working together to master the fundamentals. Each participant will have the chance to trim sails, steer the boat, and practice approaching a mooring. This 15-hour course allows plenty of time to observe, learn from your peers, and enjoy the sights and sounds of Lake Champlain at a comfortable pace. Your registration also includes the course textbook, Basic Keelboat. Open to all who identify as women.
Saturdays, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
$470.00 / session
Installments Available
Sessions
Women Only: Weekday Mornings
If you’re new to big-boat sailing or prefer a more relaxed approach to the sport, our keelboat classes are an ideal fit. You’ll learn alongside several other students and an instructor aboard a 23-foot Sonar keelboat, working together to master the fundamentals. Each participant will have the chance to trim sails, steer the boat, and practice approaching a mooring. This 15-hour course allows plenty of time to observe, learn from your peers, and enjoy the sights and sounds of Lake Champlain at a comfortable pace. Your registration also includes the course textbook, Basic Keelboat. Open to all who identify as women.
Weekdays, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$470.00 / session
Installments Available
Sessions
Advanced Clinics and Certifications
Build on your existing foundation of sailing knowledge with these specialty clinics and US Sailing certifications.
US Sailing Basic Keelboat Certification
US Sailing Basic Keelboat Certification
We offer the US Sailing Basic Keelboat (BK) Certification, a comprehensive course covering both fundamental and advanced sailing techniques, including reefing and anchoring. The course fee includes all required materials as well as an official logbook. This one-day program concludes with a written and practical exam to verify proficiency.
Sunday, July 12, 2026, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM - Saturday, August 22, 2026, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
$190.00 / session
Installments Available
Sessions
Laser Skill Building Clinic
Laser Skill Building Clinic
This 3-hour advanced class will help you become a better Laser sailor by fine tuning your existing sailing skills. Instruction will focus on boat set up, boat handling and sail trim to maximize your boat speed in a Laser. Please note: This is an advanced class, not meant for beginner sailors.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Sunday, August 2, 2026, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$80.00 / session
Installments Available
Sessions
Dinghy Spinnaker Clinic
Dinghy Asymmetrical Spinnaker Clinic
This one day clinic delves deep into the advanced techniques and equipment essential for harnessing the power of asymmetrical sails on a dynamic dinghy. Great for intermediate dinghy sailors looking to advance to the next level. Please note: This is an advanced class, not meant for beginner sailors.
Sunday, July 12, 2026, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
$160.00 / session
Installments Available
Sessions
Women Only: Dinghy Spinnaker Clinic
Women Only: Dinghy Asymmetrical Spinnaker Clinic
This one day clinic delves deep into the advanced techniques and equipment essential for harnessing the power of asymmetrical sails on a dynamic dinghy. Great for intermediate dinghy sailors looking to advance to the next level. Please note: This is an advanced class, not meant for beginner sailors. Open to all who identify as women.
Sunday, August 9, 2026, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
$160.00 / session
Installments Available
Sessions
Keelboat Spinnaker Clinic
Keelboat Asymmetrical Spinnaker Clinic
This one day clinic delves deep into the advanced techniques and equipment essential for harnessing the power of asymmetrical sails on a stable keelboat. Designed for intermediate keelboat sailors looking to advance to the next level. Please note: This is an advanced class, not meant for beginner sailors.
Sunday, July 19, 2026, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM - Sunday, August 9, 2026, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
$200.00 / session
Installments Available
Sessions
Friday Night Dinghy Racing
Prior sailing knowledge is required, and no instruction or coaching will be provided. All skippers must take our rental test. The race course will be posted in the program room prior to the races. Results will be shared after racing. This series welcomes people learning to race.
Numbers are limited and sign-up is first come first serve starting at 5pm.
Crews can begin rigging at 5:30pm. First gun promptly at 6pm, last race begins at 7pm.
Dates: Fridays, June 26 – August 28, 2026
Fee: Free
Scholarships available!
The McConnell Scholarship and Diversity Access Initiative provide financial assistance for sailing programs.
Women in Wind
Our Women in Wind program includes learn-to-sail, events, and sailing meet-ups for women only.