Adult Sailing

Get out on the water.

Have you ever wanted to learn how to sail? Are you looking for more experience on the water? Take a class or join us for one of our Free Friday sails. Regardless of age or skill, we offer a variety of opportunities to experience Maine’s amazing coastline from the water.

Available Classes

Try Sailing | $100

Never been sailing or want to brush up on your skills? This class is the perfect introduction to the basics of traditional sailing! Each class can accommodate up to 6 people so you will get plenty of one-on-one instruction and you will get a chance to hone both your sail trimming and steering skills. Besides understanding how to sail, you will also gain a solid understanding of safety on the water and the “rules of the road” when operating a vessel in a harbor.

This class will be taught in our ‘Shop-built, traditionally rigged open boats, which are designed to be stable, fun and great for beginners. Whether you are completely new or already know some basics, you will walk away from this class feeling more confident in your sailing ability!

“Try Sailing” is designed to suit beginner and intermediate sailors, ages 18 and up. We can offer financial assistance in the form of need-based scholarships. Please call 207-594-1800 or email info@apprenticeshop.org for more information about this option.