Adult Beginner Sailing Classes at Mystic Seaport
Learn how to Sail!
Adult Beginner Sailing Courses at Mystic Seaport Museum are perfect for anyone who has ever wanted to learn how to sail. These fun Tuesday evening classes are open to beginners aged 14 and up with little to no sailing experience. The basic adult sailing course is offered June 16 through July 7 from 6:30-9:00 pm on Mystic Seaport’s picturesque historic waterfront.
Course students will learn sailing fundamentals such as how sailboats go and stop, basic sailing terms, knot tying, rigging and de-rigging a sailboat, safety guidelines, points of sail, basic small-boat handling, and basic rules of the road. Classes will be held aboard Dyer Dhows. The stable Dyer Dwarf is ideal for learning to sail and has been introducing newcomers to our sport for decades. As students learn the basics in a classroom setting, they will build confidence as they put their new skills into practice.
Gain a new hobby, spend more time on the water, or learn the basics you’ll need for years of sailing adventures to come! Course runs June 16 through July 7 and is limited to 20 students. Tuition is $180 for Members and $225 for Non-members.
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Meta Description: Learn how to sail and practice important safety skills in this adult beginner sailing course at Mystic Seaport. Classes begin June 16.
