• New England Sailing Center (NESC)
  • New England Sailing Center (NESC)
  • New England Sailing Center (NESC)
  • New England Sailing Center (NESC)
  • New England Sailing Center (NESC)
  • New England Sailing Center (NESC)
  • New England Sailing Center (NESC)
  • New England Sailing Center (NESC)

Welcome to New England Sailing Center

Sail with New England Sailing Center

Learn to Sail and Bareboat Charter in Jamestown, RI or the British Virgin Islands


Whether you want a memorable day sail experience, to advance your training and certification, or to charter a yacht, New England Sailing Center (NESC) offers a broad range of courses and sailing opportunities. Beginner through advanced sailors can join group or private training courses ranging from introductory to accelerated curriculum options. New England Sailing Center (NESC) is an accredited American Sailing Association training facility.

For those new to sailing we offer Intro to Sailing experiences on Newport Harbor’s beautiful waters. Our qualified instructors and team members provide support and guidance to ensure you gain sailing knowledge, hands on experience and confidence while also enjoying your time on the water. Contact us for more information and to plan your course or schedule your non-instructional day sail or charter.

Email: sail@NESailingCenter.com
Phone: 401-619-1697
Directions: Getting to Us
Contact Form: Contact NESC

ASA Sailing Certification and Courses

New England Sailing Center and US Sailing Certifications

NESC is an accredited American Sailing Association training facility.

  • Competent Crew Endorsement: Course for students and family members wanting to experience sailing without a detailed training regimen or certification.
  • Accelerated Bareboat Certification: Seven day Accelerated Bareboat Certification (ABC) course to complete a fast track program advancing from beginner to bareboat certification.
  • VHF Certification: One day, covering general rules for the use and operation of VHF radios, SARTs, and EPIRBs.
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    NESC specials & events

    SPECIAL: Passage Making Course

    See our Specials and Events page for more details.

    Nov. 1st – 13th
    Itinerary: Jamestown, RI to Tortola BVI
    Only 2 slots available

    Phone: 401-619-1697
    Email: sail@NESailingCenter.com
    Contact Form: Contact NESC

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    NESC specials & events

    SPECIAL: ASA 106 Advanced Cruising Course

    See our Specials and Events page for more details.

    Sept. 12th – 16th on Hanse 548
    Itinerary: Newport, Block, Nantucket, Vineyard, Cuttyhunk, Newport/Jamestown
    Rate: $2,595pp
    Duration: 5 days

    Phone: 401-619-1697
    Email: sail@NESailingCenter.com
    Contact Form: Contact NESC

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    NESC specials & events

    SPECIAL: Intro to sailing on J22 (a 2 1/2 hour sailing experience)

    Enjoy a 2 1/2 hour sail on a J22 keelboat with tiller with New England Sailing Center and discover the principles of sailing. You can experience sailing while also having the option to gain hands on experience. The J22 offers strength, stability and speed unmatched in a keelboat of its size.

    Intro to Sailing is a great option for individuals that are trying to determine if sailing is right for them before taking the Basic Keelboat course. NESC holds up to two sessions daily in both group and private formats.

    Email: sail@NESailingCenter.com
    Phone: 401-619-1697
    Contact Form: Contact NESC