Adult Sailing Programs

Give sailing a try in this two-hour introduction lesson aboard the Independence 20s, which are stable fixed keelboats, with one of our certified instructors. You’ll learn basic nomenclature, how sails work, and basic maneuvers. Visit our events calendar to see available dates and times for your first of many sails!

Learn the fundamentals of sailing on the Independence 20s, a fixed keelboat which makes for a stable platform to learn. This course will teach you basic nomenclature, safety, knots, rigging, steering, how sails work, and rules of the road. This 10-hour course will be divided into 5 courses over a two-week time period.

Learn the fundamentals of sailing the 420s. These boats are a sporty two-person dinghy and require a good bit of athleticism. This course will teach you basic nomenclature, safety, knots, rigging, steering, how sails work, and rules of the road. This 10-hour course will be divided into 4 courses over a two-week time period.

Gain access to the fleet by purchasing an access pass. These affordable passes will allow you to cruise on Lake Pontchartrain, enjoy friendly racing, and attend special events. Fees from access passes will help support youth and adaptive initiatives. Sign up today to help support your sailing community.

Sailing is the perfect platform for team building. It brings together a group of individuals who must communicate and act as a cohesive unit to move the boat forward. We can customize each event to accomplish your group’s goals, from teaching basic fundamentals of crew work to having teams navigate around the racecourse.