Jr Sailing Program

NESC’s Jr Sailing Program teaches the fundamentals of sailing in a fun, dynamic training environment that combines a short classroom session with on the water training each day.

We have a maximum of four students per boat.

Please visit our course and certification information page for more information on pricing. Contact us to check course availability and to schedule your course.

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There are no prerequisite certifications required. The only requisite is your desire to learn to sail.

The J22 is 22 feet with a tiller. It is a responsive, safe training boat that can comfortably accommodate 4 training.

The American Sailing Association 101 Basic Keelboat certification is available to those completing the full 3 day training program. There is reading required before sitting for the exam. The exam is a 100 question multiple choice test that can be completed in 60-90 minutes. The ASA 101 exam fee of $95pp includes text, logbook, certification exam fee and membership to the American Sailing Association.

Drinking water, extra sunscreen and a hat with a leash are recommended. Sailing gloves are very helpful and are available for purchase in our office if you do not have time to shop for them. Swim shorts are recommended along with a long sleeve, light colored cotton shirt and windbreaker. For footwear, sneakers or sandals with a heel strap. Flip flops or slides are not recommended. Please send your child with lunch money or a packed lunch.

Inflatable pfd provided.

ASA 101 Basic Keelboat certification option.

Through the course, students will learn basic boat handling skills, seamanship skills, sailing language, man overboard drills, and other safety procedures, how to moor and anchor.

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