Adult Sailing Beginner Class

The Adult Sailing Beginner Class is designed for adults who have little or no sailing experience and would like to learn the fundamentals of sailing in a supportive, hands-on environment. No prior sailing experience is required.

Participants will learn the basics of sailing MYC’s 420 sailboats, including rigging, points of sail, steering, sail trim, tacking and jibing, launching, and general on-the-water safety.

Each session consists of four classes (four full days of instruction from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM). Instruction includes both on-land briefings and extensive on-the-water practice. The course is taught by experienced MYC instructors with safety boat support present at all times.

After completing the Beginner Class, participants may join a Refresher Course. Basic instruction is not covered, and sailors are expected to already know how to rig and sail a 420.

Participants must be 18 years or older. Class size is limited to ensure personalized instruction, with a minimum of 4 students and a maximum of 6 students per session.

Session 1

Session 1 is divided into two separate weekends, allowing participants time between classes to absorb the material and return ready for the next stage of instruction.

Part 1
March 21 & March 22
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Part 2
April 25 & April 26
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

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Session 2

Session 2 follows the same course structure and is held over two consecutive weekends, allowing students to progress through the course in a continuous learning sequence.

May 2, May 3, May 9, and May 10
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM each day

Registration

Registration opens March 16, 2026.
Spaces are limited and registrations will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.

Fees

MYC Members: $350
Additional participant from the same MYC membership: $350
Non-members: $450

No refunds (see details at registration).

REGISTER:

 Adult Beginners 420: Two Part Course! - 3/21/2026

OR May 2, 3, 9 and 10. Registration not open yet.

Payment & Confirmation

Registration is confirmed only after payment is received. Because class size is limited and spaces are filled on a first-come, first-served basis, participants who are unable to attend are encouraged to notify the club as early as possible so that the space may be offered to another sailor.