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Adult Sailing Program - Keel Boat 2026

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Date and Time

Sunday, June 7, 2026, 3:00 PM until Sunday, August 16, 2026, 6:00 PM

Additional Info

Event Contact(s)

Nina R Meltzer
Director of Youth & Adult Sailing


Robert F Thomas
Past Commodore/Instructor
(781)608-5583 (c)

Category

Adult Sailing

Registration Info

Registration is required
Payment In Full In Advance Only

About this event

Adult Learn-to-Sail on Keelboats:

This is a learn-to-sail course offered to adult sailors (18+) that are beginning their sailing careers or looking to advance their current skillset. It is recommended for adult sailors of all ages that prefer leisurely sailing on larger and more stable boats during sunset hours. The boats featured include J/22s, J/24s, Pearson 24s, Cal 30s, Seaward 26rks, and more. New sailors will learn parts of the boat, rigging/derigging independently, leaving and returning to a mooring, proper tacking, general safety procedures, and the ability to sail a proper course. Experienced sailors will learn proper sail trim and adjustments, navigation, boat maintence, independent sailing, and leading crew through important safety procedures. All participants highly recommended to take the online Basic Keelboat Online cost $50 through US sailing to learn many of the sailing concepts we will be engaging with in class.



GENERAL INFORMATION:

The program runs for 3-hour sessions on Wednesdays and 4-hour sessions on Sundays, tide and weather permitting. Both courses will begin on Wednesday, June 10th and end Sunday, August 16th, 2026. Program hours begin at 6:00 PM on Wednesdays and 3:00 PM on Sundays. If inclement weather occurs, lessons will be rescheduled accordingly to the next best day that same week. All policies and procedures will be upheld throughout the program, this ensures it runs as smoothly and safely as possible. Suggestions and assistance by sailors and families is always welcomed and must be discussed with and approved by Nina Meltzer before any implementation. 

WHAT TO BRING:
Life Jacket (coast guard certified with whistle). Suggested Clothing: Quick dry UV protective shirt and shorts/pants, warm layers, light rain coat. Shoes: closed toed shoes (must be worn at all times). Gear: sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses with flotation strap. Food: packed snack or beverage. Cooler will be available.

REGISTRATION AND FEES:

Please complete the following registration and payment.

All participants are recommended to complete the US Sailing Online Course cost $50 to US Sailing prior to the first class.

Fees for 2026 are as follows:
Non-Members / Social Members of SYC: $550 for 8 on-water lessons.
•$250 will be credited to regular membership initiation fee, if membership application is received prior to Sunday, August 16th, 2026.
SYC Regular Members: $300 for 8 on-water lessons.

These fees are due in full with registration and are non-refundable.

Number of People Who Will Attend

Any Non-Member *
$550.00
* This can be your primary registrant type. Only one primary registrant type is allowed per registration.
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