Fall & Winter Classes
Our Fall & Winter Classes are meant to provide the community (members and non-members; all are welcome!) additional instruction in specific areas of sailing‚ which include boat maintenance‚operati…
Adult Basic Sailing Courses
MCSC’s nationally acclaimed basic sailing instruction incorporates classroom theory and on-the-water practice. Our 8-session‚ 24 hour courses during a two-week period makes learning safe‚ effec…
Adult Intermediate Sailing Courses
Fast-paced intermediate courses will challenge you to improve basic sailing skills‚ theory‚ understanding and decision-making in a variety of wind and wave conditions both inside and outside the b…
Adult Advanced Instruction
MCSC’s Advanced Sailing courses aboard Ensigns‚ Solings‚ J-24’s and MCSC’s cruising boats. Gain valuable experience in helmsmanship‚ teamwork‚ boat management‚ sail trim and spinnaker…
Adult Refresher Courses
Whether it has been all winter or just a month or two since your last sail‚ sometimes it’s nice to get some tiller time with experienced instructors guiding you along. Mix and match from the diffe…
Enrichment Programs
The Sailing Center’s Enrichment Program is comprised of two programs: Spinnaker Club on Saturday morning and Sunday Racing. These weekend programs are designed to make it easy for you to get on the …
Private Sailing Lessons
Whether you are a brand new sailor or a seasoned veteran‚ private lessons give you that one-to-one time with a certified instructor to develop any of the sailing skills that you would like to work o…
Challenge Courses
The Challenge Courses are an opportunity for sailors with previous experience to earn a Light Air rating. These Challenge Courses require a brief knowledge exam and an on-the-water practical exam with…
Prams in the Park Program (Ages 8-11)
MCSC’s nationally recognized “Prams in the Park” program introduces sailing and water safety to children in the Discovery World lagoon. Students learn water safety‚ rigging‚ sail theory‚ …
Registration‚ Cancellation‚ and Refund
Class Registrations and Cancellations Class registration and student placement are managed on a first paid‚ first enrolled basis. Actual class assignment and space will be reserved only when …
Youth Sailing Courses (Ages 12-17)
Join MCSC’s Youth Sailing Program and sail on Lake Michigan. Even if you’ve never sailed before‚ you can learn. Our youth program incorporates a hands-on approach to the basics of sailing an…