Sail Training
Wet Feet • Ages 5 to 7
Wet Feet serves as an introduction to sailing and comfort on and in the water. This class is taught in the single-handed Optimist boat and involves land training sessions.
In Wet Feet, you will be sailing Optimist dinghies. They are safe, fun, and sturdy boats in which to learn the basics and also progress to racing, should you wish.
Learn-to-Sail Optimist • Ages 7 to 13
Learn-to-Sail Optimist, Single-handed is for those who are 7 to 13 years of age, weigh under 120lbs and/or are 5’6″ or under, are learning to sail for the first time, or have graduated from Wet Feet.
In Learn-to-Sail Optimist, sailors will be introduced to single-handed sailing in the Optimist dinghy.
Optimists, commonly referred to as Optis, are great for beginners, but are also fantastic for racing, with most sailors racing them up to 13 or 14 years of age.
Learn-to-Sail 420 • Ages 10 to 15
Learn-to-Sail 420, Double-handed is for those who are 10 to 15 years of age, weigh 120lbs and/or are 5’6″ or over, are learning to sail for the first time, or have graduated from Wet Feet or Learn-to-Sail Optimist.
In Learn-to-Sail 420, sailors will be introduced to double-handed sailing in the 420 dinghy.
The 420 is great for learning the basics, as well as for racing, and has a recommended, combined weight maximum of 240 to 280 pounds with two sailors.
Advanced Optimist • Ages 7 to 13
Advanced Optimist, Single-handed is for those who are 7 to 13 years of age, weigh under 125lbs, and have passed the Learn-to-Sail Optimist program.
Advanced 420 • Ages 10 to 17
Advanced 420, Double-handed is for those who are 10 to 17 years of age, weigh over 125lbs, and have passed the Learn-to-Sail 420 program.
ILCA/Laser Development • Ages 12 to 17
ILCA/Laser Development, Single-handed is for sailors who are 12 to 17 years of age, have passed all previous levels, and would like to focus on racing.
In ILCA / Laser Development, sailors will be introduced to the ILCA dinghy, also known as a Laser, which is very popular for racing.
How to Register for Clubspot and Adult Sailing Lessons
Registration is handled by Clubspot through a CYC-branded online portal.
If you haven’t already done so, you will need to create a CYC Clubspot account before registering for any sailing programs.
Clicking any of the registration buttons will prompt you to register a CYC Clubspot account before continuing on to your chosen sail training program.
If you are already a member, clicking a registration button opens the CYC Clubspot login page. After logging in, you can select and register for your preferred sail training programs.
Adult Sailing
Our Adult Sailing program is back for 2026!
It’s a great way to get out on the water, build confidence, and learn something new.
Ready to set sail? Register now!
Adult Sailing Lessons • Session 1
If you’re looking for some summer fun on the water, cruising with the family, or learning to race, CYC offers a great evening sailing program to get you there! Our team of qualified coaches and experienced members will help you achieve your sailing and racing goals.
CYC’s Adult Sailing group is appropriate for:
- Sailors who just want to get out on the waters of Mahone Bay
- Sailors with no sailing experience but are keen to learn and achieve a new skill
The focus of this class is to get out on the water and be introduced to the world of sailing, become familiar with boats and sailing terminology, develop fundamental sailing techniques, focus on safety on the water, and of course, have fun!
Opportunities include joining the CYC Crew Roster for racing.
(4 sessions)
Adult Sailing Lessons • Session 2
If you’re looking for some summer fun on the water, cruising with the family, or learning to race, CYC offers a great evening sailing program to get you there! Our team of qualified coaches and experienced members will help you achieve your sailing and racing goals.
CYC’s Adult Sailing group is appropriate for:
- Sailors who just want to get out on the waters of Mahone Bay
- Sailors with no sailing experience but are keen to learn and achieve a new skill
The focus of this class is to get out on the water and be introduced to the world of sailing, become familiar with boats and sailing terminology, develop fundamental sailing techniques, focus on safety on the water, and of course, have fun!
Opportunities include joining the CYC Crew Roster for racing.
(4 sessions)
Adult Sailing Lessons • Session 3
If you’re looking for some summer fun on the water, cruising with the family, or learning to race, CYC offers a great evening sailing program to get you there! Our team of qualified coaches and experienced members will help you achieve your sailing and racing goals.
CYC’s Adult Sailing group is appropriate for:
- Sailors who just want to get out on the waters of Mahone Bay
- Sailors with no sailing experience but are keen to learn and achieve a new skill
The focus of this class is to get out on the water and be introduced to the world of sailing, become familiar with boats and sailing terminology, develop fundamental sailing techniques, focus on safety on the water, and of course, have fun!
Opportunities include joining the CYC Crew Roster for racing.
(4 sessions)
(No class during Chester Race Week)
Adult Sailing Lessons • Session 4
If you’re looking for some summer fun on the water, cruising with the family, or learning to race, CYC offers a great evening sailing program to get you there! Our team of qualified coaches and experienced members will help you achieve your sailing and racing goals.
CYC’s Adult Sailing group is appropriate for:
- Sailors who just want to get out on the waters of Mahone Bay
- Sailors with no sailing experience but are keen to learn and achieve a new skill
The focus of this class is to get out on the water and be introduced to the world of sailing, become familiar with boats and sailing terminology, develop fundamental sailing techniques, focus on safety on the water, and of course, have fun!
Opportunities include joining the CYC Crew Roster for racing.
(4 sessions)
How to Register for Clubspot and Adult Sailing Lessons
Registration is handled by Clubspot through a CYC-branded online portal.
If you haven’t already done so, you will need to create a CYC Clubspot account before registering for any sailing programs.
Clicking any of the registration buttons will prompt you to register a CYC Clubspot account before continuing on to your chosen sail training program.
If you are already a member, clicking a registration button opens the CYC Clubspot login page. After logging in, you can select and register for your preferred sail training programs.