Adult Sailing Programs

Group classes, private lessons and more!

 

Group Sailing Classes

Learn to sail and meet new people! We offer a variety of classes designed for all skill levels, taught by Apprenticeshop sailing instructors using our fleet of traditional wooden boats. Most of our classes are open to ages 16 and up. All classes require one adult to accompany youth participants under 18.

 

Try Sailing

2 Hour Group Class

Maximum 4 Participants Per Class

Skill Level - Beginner

Ages 16+

Tuition - $75.00

Looking to try sailing for the first time? This group class is the perfect introduction to the basics of traditional sailing! Each class can accommodate up to 4 people. All participants will have opportunities to practice their sail trimming and steering skills. Besides understanding how to sail, you will come away with a basic knowledge of the parts of a boat, safety on the water and the “rules of the road” when operating a vessel under sail in a harbor.

 

Sailing Skills

3 Hour Group Class

Maximum 4 Participants Per Class

Skill Level - Beginner & Intermediate

Ages 16+

Tuition - $96.00

Book a single class or bundle 2 or more Sailing Skills classes and automatically receive a 10% discount. Purchase as many classes as you want, then choose the dates that fit your schedule!

This 3 hour group class is perfect for complete beginners or sailors who want to refresh their skills. Choose your skill level at booking.

Beginner skills covered may include the following; parts of the boat, rigging/getting underway, useful knots, identifying points of sail, risk assessment, observing conditions, tides and currents, tacking/jibing, rules of the road, laying a course, docking/picking up a mooring. 

Intermediate/advanced skills covered may include the following; advanced rigging/different types of rigs, reading a chart, bearings, lines of position, laying courses, anchoring, reefing, heaving to, man overboard simulation, advanced docking scenarios.

Private Lessons

Looking for a private lesson? Contact us! We are happy to assist you with arranging a private lesson that fits your schedule and skill level. 

Rates start at $60 per hour for 1-2 participants, Please inquire for larger group rates (maximum 6 participants). All private lessons are a minimum of 2 hours.

Contact the Main Office at 207-594-1800 or email info@apprenticeshop.org to inquire about private lessons, maximum 6 participants. Please allow 1 business day for us to process your inquiry.

 

  • If The Apprenticeshop cancels a program session on or prior to the first day for any reason, a full refund or credit will be provided. If a customer cancels within 10 business days of the first day of a program or session, no refund will be provided but a 25% credit may be applied towards another program before the end of the year. If a customer cancels more than 10 business days in advance of the first day of the program they will receive a full refund, less processing fees.

  • Waiting List

    If a session is fully enrolled, you may register to be placed on a waiting list in the event space becomes available. You must make an account in our registration system in order to register for the waitlist for any program. A deposit is not required to join the waitlist. The list is compiled in order of the date registrations were received.

    If a spot becomes available, we will notify you that space has become available and will be held for 24 hours. Please be aware that availability can change on short notice.

  • At The Apprenticeshop, we are committed to making our programs accessible to the community. Please contact the Main Office at 207-594-1800 or email Liz at liz@apprenticeshop.org for information and to apply for tuition assistance.