US Sailing is the national governing body for sailing. Our network of schools provide the Gold Standard in sailing education to our students. We offer training and education programs for instructors and race officials, support a wide range of sailing organizations and communities, issue offshore rating certificates, and provide administration and oversight of competitive sailing across the country, including National Championships and the US Sailing Team.
US Sailing supports a broad spectrum of sailing activities, ranging from casual recreation to high-level international competition. All of our certified instructors and officials are SafeSport Trained, to recognize and prevent abuse in sport.
FIRST SAIL
For first-time sailors, sailing is the perfect activity for anyone who enjoys water sports and outdoor recreation. Sailing can be relaxing or exciting. You can take a leisurely sail with family and friends or get a start in racing. Regardless of age, ability or limitation, sailing has something for everyone. First Sail providers ensure that they will experience sailing with knowledgeable sailors who follow national guidelines and use a suggested nationwide curriculum. Find a First Sail Location
YOUTH EDUCATION
US Sailing is committed to ensuring that young people learn how to sail from certified instructors in a safe and fun environment. We have set the Gold Standard for youth sailing programs in the U.S. by offering certification courses for instructors and coaches, as well as the innovative Reach STEM education program. Learn More
ADULT EDUCATION
Whether you’re a first-time sailor or an experienced sailor... We have an educational opportunity for everyone...
Part of US Sailing’s vision is to introduce as many people as possible to this great sport. We want to make sure you’re learning in a safe, fun, high-quality environment…because if you’re a well-trained, competent sailor you’ll love sailing as much as we do.
US Sailing provides the Gold Standard of education through our Accredited Schools in Small Boat (i.e. day sailing), and Keelboat. All US Sailing Certified Instructors are SafeSport Trained so you will learn in an environment that is safe for you and your family. Learn More
ONLINE TRAINING
Basic Keelboat Instruction
Developed in partnership with Fresh Air Educators, a leading online education provider, US Sailing created Basic Keelboat Online, an online course designed to prepare aspiring sailors for on-the-water instruction. CHAPTER One Free for all Participants
This Is What We Do- Helping Sailors Succeed
SAIL WITH US
US Sailing has set the standard for sailing excellence in the sport for over 120 years, and it is the collective power of the US Sailing membership that makes it happen. From youth to adults, from beginners to experts, from one design sailors to offshore sailors, and from instructors to officials, US Sailing sets the course for your recreational and racing experiences on the water. We are with you through every step of the journey. Sail with US
US Sailing Organizations that Participated in the 2019 Summer Sailstice
US Sailing Certified Keelboat Schools
● Hampton Yacht Club, Hampton, VA ● OCC School of Sailing and Seamanship, Newport Beach, CA ● Offshore Sailing School, Fort Myers, FL ● Windworks Sailing and Powerboating, Seattle, WA
US Powerboating Schools
● OCC School of Sailing and Seasmanship, Newport Beach ,CA ● Eastport Yacht Club, Annapolis, MD ● Offshore Sailing School, Fort Myers, FL ● Bonneville School of Sailing, Springville, UT
US Sailing Member Organizations
● Channel Islands Yacht Club, Oxnard, CA ● Corinthian YC- San Francisco, Belvedere/Triburon, CA ● Encinal Yacht Club, Alameda, CA
● Humboldt Yacht Club, Eureka, CA ● San Francisco Yacht Club, San Francisco, CA ● Stockton Yacht Club, Stockton, CA
● Tahoe Yacht Club, Tahoe City, CA ● Clinton Sailing Club, Clinton, CT ● Gulf Harbors Yacht Club, New Port Richey, FL
● Squantum Yacht Club, Wollaston, MA ● St Ignace Yacht Club, Ignace, MI ● Twin Cities Sailing Club, Minneapolis, MN
● Barnegat Bay YRA-BBYRA, Toms River, NJ ● Keyport Yacht Club, Keport, NJ ● Genesee Yacht Club, Rochester, NY
● Saratoga Lake Sailing Club, Ballston Spa, NY ● Edgewater Yacht Club, Cleveland, OH ● Grand Lake Sailing Club, Grove, OK
● Rose City Yacht Club, Portland, OR ● Yaquina Bay Yacht Club, Waldport, OR ● Broad Bay Sailing Association, Virginia Beach, VA
● Hampton Yacht Club, Hampton, VA ● Treasure Coast Sailing Foundation, Fort Pierce, FL ● Offshore Sailing School, Fort Myers, FL
● OCC School of Sailing and Seasmanship, Newport Beach ,CA ● C. Thomas Clagett Jr. Memorial Clinic and Regatta, Portsmouth, RI
● Gulf Coast Sailing Club, Naples, FL ● Sequoia Yacht Club, Redwood City, CA ● GCRAM- Catamaran Racing Assn of Michigan, Freeland, MI
● Eastport Yacht Club, Annapolis, MD ● Alum Creek Sailing Association, Lewis Center, OH ● Twin Cities Sailing Club, Minneapolis, MN
● Barnegat Bay YRA-BBYRA, Toms River, NJ ● Keyport Yacht Club, Keyport, NJ ● Davis Island Yacht Club, Tampa, FL
● Fort Pierce Yacht Club, Fort Pierce, FL ● Windworks Sailing and Powerboating, Seattle, WA ● Lake Eustis Sailing Club, Eustis, FL
● Muncie Sail Club, Muncie, IN ● Rogue Yacht Club, Medford, OR ● Half Moon Bay Yacht Club, El Granada, CA
● Severn Sailing Association, Annapolis, MD ● Bonneville School of Sailing, Springville, UT
● Pacific Inter-Club Yacht Association, Sausalito, CA ● Chatham Sailing Club, Savannah, GA ● Ithaca Yacht Club, Ithaca, NY
● Rochester Canoe Club, Rochester, NY ● Cooper River Yacht Club, Collingswood, NJ ● Mascoma Sailing Club, Enfiled, NH
● Charlotte Harbor Yacht Club, Port Charlotte, FL
First Sail Locations
● Clinton Sailing Club, Clinton, CT ● East Coast Sailing Association, Satellite Beach, FL ● Rose City Yacht Club, Portland, OR
● Keyport Yacht Club, Keyport, NJ ● Saratoga Lake Sailing Club, Ballston Spa, NY ● Lake Canyon Yacht Club, San Antonio, TX
● Windworks Sailing and Powerboating, Seattle, WA ● Eastport Yacht Club, Annapolis, MD ● Squantum Yacht Club, Wollaston, MA
● Alum Creek Sailing Association, Lewis Center, OH ● Lake Eustis Sailing Club, Eustis, FL ● Severn Sailing Association, Annapolis, MD
● Cooper River yacht Club, Collingswood, NJ ● Mascoma Sailing Club, Enfiled, NH ● Bonneville School of Sailing, Springville, UT
Don’t see your organization on the list? - If your organization is participating in the 2019 Summer Sailstice and is a member of US Sailing, a US Sailing Certified School, or a First Sail Location please contact US Sailing.
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