Learning to Sail with SEAS
Learning to sail can be intimidating and while there are some great stories of individuals learning on their own, often through a great deal of trial and error, we are here to help you reach your sailing dreams. SEAS and our partner organizations offer options for everyone to get out and enjoy sailing. From day sailing just out of Sheboygan’s amazing harbor to racing or cruising our experienced staff can work with you to reach your goals.
Basic Keelboat (Beginner Course)
This is essentially sailing 101 and perfect if you have never sailed before, or have experience in smaller dinghies. Taught on 23 foot Sonar class sailboats you will learn all the basics required to sail safely and in control.
SEAS is offering the Basic Keelboat Class with the curriculum created by US Sailing. Those who take this course will learn how to properly prepare a boat to sail, leave the dock/mooring, control a boat in confined waters, navigation rules and tips, control a boat in open waters, heavy weather sailors, safety and emergency procedures and more. Those who pass this class will receive a Basic Keelboat Certificate from US Sailing.
We have changed from pre-set group courses to on demand lessons that fit into your busy schedule.
First Sail
The First Sail Experience is a two-hour lesson offered to anyone through a growing list of First Sail Locations, comprised of community sailing centers, sailing schools and yacht clubs around the country. This unique opportunity offers beginners an introduction to sailing in a casual setting and is designed to provide a memorable experience that will motivate newcomers to continue sailing. The First Sail Experience features basic sailing hands-on learning that will cover topics such as, how a sail works, parts of a sailboat, points of sail, and important safety guidelines.
First Sails can be scheduled at your convenience.
Private lessons
If you are looking to get out on the water with friends and family for a more specific, personal lesson, get in touch with us! We can help you further your skills on a variety of boats in our organization.
Sailing guidelines
Click here to learn what to expect and what to wear for your lesson!
lessons are at our lakefront location.
Local Sailing Education Partners
SEAS is a proud partner of the Sheboygan Youth Sailing Center (SYSC). Together, we provide certified instructors that can teach anyone to sail from age 5-85. At any age, at any level, SYSC is open to the public and will provide you with the tools necessary for safe boat handling, operation and even racing. Classes run from June to October. Click here for a complete listing.
The Sea Scouts Ship 50 is a co-ed venturing program of the Boy Scouts of America. Membership, advancement and achievement is open to all high school-age youth! Their program is chartered by the Sheboygan Yacht Club to provide a safe environment for venturers to experience and learn lifetime friendship and boating skills by sailing, racing and kayaking. Ship 50 provides the opportunity to appreciate and respect safe boating on Lake Michigan and the Sheboygan River. Click here for more information.