Basic Keelboat Course

Saturday & Sunday for 2 weekends (9am-3:30pm)

Modern Sailing School & Club has introduced thousands of sailors to the sport through our Basic Keelboat course.  Even if you have never set foot on a boat, this course will give you a strong foundation in the fundamentals of sailing.  Our US Coast Guard licensed instructors are sensitive to the fact that for some, beginning sailing can be intimidating.  We are here to make sure that your experience is both safe and rewarding.  This course takes place on 30' to 32' keelboats with inboard diesels, roller furling jibs and wheel steering - all factors that will help you build confidence right away.

About Modern Sailing

At Modern Sailing School & Club, we strive to provide an active, supportive, and relaxing social environment for our members to further their sailing eduction and experience.  We bring people with common interests and goals together - helping to create lasting sailing friendships.

MSC is dedicated to making your learning experience as safe and enjoyable as possible. Unlike at other sailing schools, all of our beginning courses are taught on 30 to 32 foot keelboats with wheel steering (no tillers), inboard diesel engines, and roller furling jibs. These features will help build confidence right away.

We also have the most experienced instructors on San Francisco Bay. Our instructors hold US Coast Guard 50 Ton (or greater) Master's Licenses, representing decades of sailing experience. They are award winning instructors, world cruisers, and Coast Guard commanders. Our high standards have earned us accolades in the sailing community, including the American Sailing Association's 2004 and 2009 School of the Year award.

Be sure to visit our website at:  www.modernsailing.com