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WOMEN'S SAILING
Join us for our Women's Sailing program on Monday nights! This class is open to women of all ages and abilities, providing a supportive environment to learn and improve your sailing skills. Each session includes 2 ½ hours of on-the-water practice in 15' Cape Cod Mercuries, with experienced instructors on board to guide you through steering, tacking, gybing, and trimming the sails. No prior sailing experience is necessary—just bring your enthusiasm and join a welcoming community of women on the water!​
FLEET:
15-foot Mercury Keelboats
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SCHEDULE:
Monday Evenings, 6:00 PM - Sunset
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2026 TUITION AND SESSIONS:
$425 for 6 sessions of sailing
Session Dates: June 22, June 29, July 6, July 13, July 20, July 27
Potential Weather Make Up Dates: August 3, August 10
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ADULT BEGINNER
The beginner class is a hands-on introduction to sailing, with no experience necessary. An instructor sits in every boat at all times, but you will steer, tack, gybe, and trim the sails. Safety on the water is a large focus in this class. No experience necessary.
Each weekly class session includes 2 ½ hours of sailing and a half-hour of classroom work. Instructors are seasoned, veteran volunteer sailors. We sail on Cape Cod Mercuries, very safe 15' fiberglass keel boats with a main and jib.
FLEET:
15-foot Mercury Keelboats
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SCHEDULE:
There are two separate Beginner class offerings—Tuesday evenings or Thursday evenings. Participants must choose one series when registering. Dates may not be mixed between the Tuesday and Thursday sessions.
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Each class will meet 6:00 PM - Sunset
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2026 TUITION AND SESSIONS:
$425 for 6 sessions of sailing
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Tuesday Evening Series
June 23, June 30, July 7, July 14, July 21, July 28
Weather make-up dates: August 4, August 11
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Thursday Evening Series
June 25, July 2, July 9, July 16, July 23, July 30
Weather make-up dates: August 6, August 13
ADULT INTERMEDIATE/ ADVANCED
Intermediate / Advanced sailing will cover some of the following topics: (on J/22s )
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advanced sail trim
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sailing in different wind conditions,
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rigging for a race
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racing strategy
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operating as part of a keel boat team and
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emergency procedures
Experience is required. This course is only recommended for those with a strong grasp of sailing
fundamentals.
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FLEET:
J/22 Keelboats
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SCHEDULE:
Tuesday Evenings, 6:00 PM - Sunset​
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2026 TUITION AND SESSIONS:
$425 for 6 sessions of sailing
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Session Dates: June 23, June 30, July 7, July 14, July 21, July 28
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Potential Weather Make Up Dates: August 4, August 11
CRUISING - BIG BOAT
If you have an interest to leisure sail with friends or strengthen your skills in big boat cruising this is the class for you.
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​​At the end of this course, you will be able to:​
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Prepare a 30' to 40+' boat for a safe cruise
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Moor, dock, and anchor a cruising boat
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Navigate a simple coastal cruise
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Sail a cruising boat safely and efficiently
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Work safely and politely in and out of port
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Emergency procedures
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For sailors with intermediate experience.
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SCHEDULE:
Tuesday Evenings, 6:00 PM - Sunset
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2026 TUITION AND SESSIONS:
$425 for 6 sessions of sailing
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Session Dates: June 23, June 30, July 7, July 14, July 21, July 28
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Potential Weather Make Up Dates: August 4, August 11
ADULT SAILING CANCELLATION POLICY
Cancellations made on or before May 31 are eligible for a refund minus a $50 cancellation fee.
Cancellations made between June 1 - June 21 are eligible for a refund minus a $100 cancellation fee.
Cancellations made on June 22 or later are non-refundable as the program is already in session.
Questions?
If you have questions about the programming offered by EBSF or if you are unsure of which class would be a good fit, reach out to programdirector@eastbaysailingfoundation.org.
Become a BYC Member
If you’ve enjoyed learning to sail with EBSF and have loved your time on the water at the Bristol Yacht Club, we invite you to explore becoming a BYC member. It’s a wonderful way to stay connected to the sailing community and continue your time on the harbor. Learn more here. ​