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Find the right program for you
We offer three distinct levels of adult keelboat training; Beginner One, Beginner Two, and Intermediate, as well as a specialized Adult Dinghy Sailing Program. Each program has different learning outcomes and prepares you to join the greater Cleveland sailing community.
Beginner
Adult Explore Sailing Dinghy Sailing
Adult Explore Dinghy Sailing is a hands-on introduction to small-boat sailing for adults. Participants learn steering, sail trim, boat balance, knots, and wind awareness aboard 13-foot, two-person dinghies. Taught on land and water by US Sailing–certified instructors. Some experience recommended.
Sail 13-foot, two-person racing dinghies
Learn steering, sail trim, knots, and wind awareness
Advanced sail trim, boat handling, and speed control
Hands-on instruction on land and water
advanced
Adult Explore Sailing Dinghy Sailing
Adult Explore Dinghy Sailing is a hands-on introduction to small-boat sailing for adults. Participants learn steering, sail trim, boat balance, knots, and wind awareness aboard 13-foot, two-person dinghies. Taught on land and water by US Sailing–certified instructors. Some experience recommended.
Sail 13-foot, two-person racing dinghies
Learn steering, sail trim, knots, and wind awareness
Physical, skill-building course
Hands-on instruction on land and water
Beginner
Adult Explore Sailing Beginner One
Adult Explore Sailing Beginner One is a hands-on introduction to sailing aboard our 33-foot sailboats. No experience needed. Led by US Sailing–certified coaches, participants learn core skills on land and water while building confidence and safety on the water.
No prior sailing experience required
Hands-on instruction on land and water
Learn core skills: knots, points of sail, wind awareness
Sail aboard 33-foot keelboats
Beginner
Adult Explore Sailing Beginner One
Adult Explore Sailing: Beginner One is a hands-on introduction to sailing aboard our 33-foot sailboats. No experience needed. Led by US Sailing–certified coaches, participants learn core skills on land and water while building confidence and safety on the water.
No prior sailing experience required
Hands-on instruction on land and water
Learn core skills: knots, points of sail, wind awareness
Sail aboard 33-foot keelboats
Beginner
Adult Explore Sailing Beginner Two
Adult Explore Sailing Beginner Two helps adults advance beyond the basics with hands-on instruction on land and water. Led by US Sailing–certified coaches, participants refine steering, sail trim, and upwind sailing aboard 33-foot keelboats. Prior experience recommended.
Comprehensive land & on-water instruction
Led by US Sailing–certified coaches
Advanced sail trim, boat handling, and speed control
Instruction aboard 33-foot keelboats
Beginner
Adult Explore Sailing Beginner Two
Adult Explore Sailing Beginner Two helps adults advance beyond the basics with hands-on instruction on land and water. Led by US Sailing–certified coaches, participants refine steering, sail trim, and upwind sailing aboard 33-foot keelboats. Prior experience recommended.
Comprehensive land & on-water instruction
Led by US Sailing–certified coaches
Advanced sail trim, boat handling, and speed control
Instruction aboard 33-foot keelboats
intermediate
Adult Explore Sailing Intermediate
Adult Explore Sailing Intermediate is a small-group course for adults ready to advance beyond the basics. Led by US Sailing–certified coaches, sailors refine steering and sail trim, learn foundational racing rules, and are introduced to sailing with a spinnaker aboard 22-foot boats. Prior experience required.
Designed for experienced beginner-level sailors
Learn to sail with a spinnaker (downwind)
Small-group, hands-on instruction
Training aboard 22-foot sailboats
intermediate
Adult Explore Sailing Intermediate
Adult Explore Sailing Intermediate is a small-group course for adults ready to advance beyond the basics. Led by US Sailing–certified coaches, sailors refine steering and sail trim, learn foundational racing rules, and are introduced to sailing with a spinnaker aboard 22-foot boats. Prior experience required.
Designed for experienced beginner-level sailors
Learn to sail with a spinnaker (downwind)
Small-group, hands-on instruction
Training aboard 22-foot sailboats
About Adult Sailing
more than just a sport
Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey and explore the beauty of Lake Erie from an entirely new perspective? The Foundry’s adult sailing programs are your gateway to mastering the art of sailing, whether you’re stepping aboard for the very first time or looking to sharpen and expand your existing skills. Set against the stunning backdrop of Cleveland’s waterfront, our programs combine hands-on instruction, real on-the-water experience, and an inclusive, welcoming atmosphere that makes learning both approachable and genuinely fun.
Guided by experienced, passionate instructors and supported by a vibrant community of fellow sailors, you’ll build confidence, competence, and a deeper connection to the lake with every session. From understanding the fundamentals of wind and water to handling a boat with ease, our programs are designed to be rewarding at every stage of your sailing journey.