WOMEN'S SAILING
*NEW PROGRAM OFFERING FOR 2025!
Join us for our new 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 sail trimming. 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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2025 TUITION AND SESSIONS:
$395 for 6 sessions of sailing (June 23 - August 11)
We will begin sailing on June 23 and continue for six sessions: 6/23, 6/30, 7/7, 7/14, 7/21, and 7/28. In the event of inclement weather, EBSF may postpone class. 8/4 and 8/11 are set as our two backup dates to accommodate any necessary postponements.
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:
Tuesday Evenings, 6:00 PM - Sunset
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Thursday Evenings, 6:00 PM - Sunset
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2025 TUITION AND SESSIONS:
Tuesday 6 Sessions (Starting on June 24) - $395
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Thursday 6 Sessions (Starting on June 26) - $395
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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2025 TUITION AND SESSIONS:
$395 for 6 sessions of sailing (June 24 - August 12)
We will begin sailing on 6/24 and continue for six sessions: 6/24, 7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, and 7/29. In the event of inclement weather, EBSF may postpone class. 8/5 and 8/12 are set as our two backup dates to accommodate any necessary postponements.
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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2025 TUITION AND SESSIONS:
$395 for 6 sessions of sailing (June 24 - August 12)
We will begin sailing on 6/24 and continue for six sessions:6/24, 7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, and 7/29. In the event of inclement weather, EBSF may postpone class. 8/5 and 8/12 are set as our two backup dates to accommodate any necessary postponements.
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Looking for more information about Adult Sailing? Visit our FAQ page.
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 EBSFadultsailing@gmail.com.
