LEARN TO SAIL VACATIONS

Spring Mile Builder is an intensive, live-aboard sailing experience designed to fast-track your skills through real offshore miles. Sail day and night in the Aegean, rotate through active crew roles, build confidence on longer passages, and log qualifying miles toward ASA certifications—all while exploring the Greek Islands under expert instruction.

Sail through the stunning waters of Corfu and the North Ionian Sea with Fair Winds Sailing Greece. This all-inclusive adventure blends hands-on instruction with island hopping, swimming in crystal bays, and exploring charming coastal villages. Learn from Captain Dimitris Bampakos, a seasoned Greek Navy officer and master ASA instructor, as you earn certifications and experience the magic of Greece. Where every day brings new horizons and memories.

Belize’s sailing experience extends beyond the sea, offering captivating inland ventures. With BSV’s fully crewed catamarans, guests enjoy the ultimate all-inclusive charter, accessing the world’s largest living barrier reef and remote sites.

Embark on an unforgettable Catamaran Learn to Sail Vacation with Fair Winds Sailing Greece, an American Sailing affiliate. Departing from Lefkas Marina, this adventure takes you through the Central Ionian Sea, a breathtaking region celebrated for its turquoise waters, gentle “maistro” winds, and lush green islands steeped in history and charm.

Experience the beauty of the Adriatic Sea as you sail along Croatia’s breathtaking coastline, famous for its turquoise waters, charming islands, and vibrant seaside towns. Discover hidden coves, ancient ports, and picturesque villages while learning to sail with experienced local instructors. This program combines hands-on training with leisure, allowing you to relax, explore, and gain valuable sailing experience aboard a comfortable monohull or catamaran. From Rijeka to Rab, every stop offers a perfect blend of culture, nature, and adventure.

Sail the beautiful waters of Corfu and Paxos Islands with Fair Winds Sailing Greece. Departing from historic Mandraki Port, this all-inclusive Learn-to-Sail adventure blends hands-on training with island hopping, swimming in turquoise bays, and exploring charming harbors, all led by Captain Dimitris Bampakos, a seasoned Greek Navy officer and ASA Senior Master Instructor.

Set sail with Whitecaps Sailing in Volos, Greece, and earn your ASA 101–104 certifications while exploring the tranquil Sporades Islands. This hands-on sailing adventure blends expert instruction with the beauty and culture of coastal Greece. Perfect for beginners or sailors advancing their skills.

Learn to sail on Lake Michigan with a hands-on vacation departing from Milwaukee. Sail aboard a modern Jeanneau 409 while building real-world skills like sail trim, helming, docking, navigation, and safety procedures. Cruise Wisconsin’s scenic shoreline with stops in Port Washington and Sheboygan. Designed for beginners and motivated novices, this immersive experience blends expert instruction with the adventure of true big-water sailing.

Join Horizon Sailing School for a women-only learn-to-sail vacation in the beautiful British Virgin Islands. During this week-long liveaboard experience, you’ll build confidence on the water while sailing between iconic islands like Norman Island, Virgin Gorda, and Jost Van Dyke. Aboard a comfortable 34–44 ft monohull, you’ll learn sailing fundamentals, coastal cruising, and bareboat skills while earning ASA 101, 103, and 104 certifications. With small groups, expert instruction, and time to snorkel, explore beaches, and enjoy island life, this trip combines sailing education with a relaxed Caribbean adventure.

Spend a week living aboard and learning to sail in the beautiful San Juan Islands. Practice sailing, navigation, docking, mooring, and anchoring while navigating currents, tidal swings, and island winds. Each evening you’ll anchor or dock in a new bay or island port. By the end of the week, you’ll earn ASA 101 through ASA 104 certifications. Accommodations, instruction, fuel, and most meals are included for an unforgettable sailing adventure.

Join Wet & Salty Adventure Sailing School in Barbados for a 6-day intensive liveaboard course combining ASA 103 (Coastal Cruising) and ASA 104 (Bareboat Cruising) to help sailors refine their skills and gain confidence as a skipper. With steady trade winds, deep blue waters, and hands-on training in navigation, anchoring, and passage planning, this Caribbean adventure prepares you for independent cruising and chartering worldwide.

As Europe’s oldest ASA-certified sailing school, Athens Sailing Academy offers world-class instruction in Greece’s stunning waters. Train in Poros during summer, where sunshine, warm seas, and steady winds create the perfect learning conditions, or at our Athens headquarters year round. Our experienced English-speaking instructors share their passion for sailing and deep local knowledge to help you master the art of confident, safe cruising through the Greek islands.

Sail the Costa Dorada on a 7-day coastal passage from Barcelona, exploring historic ports, clear-water coves, and vibrant seaside towns. This hands-on itinerary combines real-world sailing with ASA 101, 103, and 104 training, building skills progressively each day. With calm Mediterranean conditions, scenic anchorages, and unforgettable evenings ashore, it’s the ideal blend of certification, adventure, and culture.

Barcelona Sailing Week offers a one week learn to sail experience where students earn ASA 101, 103, and 104 certifications while sailing the Mediterranean by day and enjoying the energy of Barcelona each night. Based out of Port Olímpic, the program combines consistent sailing conditions, hands on instruction, and a coastal passage to Sitges with the flexibility to stay aboard or in a hotel, creating a balanced experience of skill building, adventure, and city life.

Embark on the ultimate sailing adventure with our comprehensive 9-day ASA Liveaboard Monohull Class. This immersive course is designed for aspiring sailors seeking to master the essentials of sailing, with hands-on training and real-world experience. Over the span of a week, you will cover ASA 101, 103, and 104 certifications, ensuring you are well-prepared to handle various sailing conditions and navigate with confidence!

Sail the Costa Brava from Barcelona and experience real Mediterranean conditions, dramatic cliffs, and historic coastal towns. This hands-on itinerary combines ASA 101, 103, and 104 training with open-water passages and variable winds, building true confidence and skill. By the end of the week, students earn three certifications and are ready to charter anywhere in the Mediterranean.

Discover Women of the Wind, an all-female ASA sailing experience in Greece where women learn, grow, and take the helm with confidence. Sail through the Greek islands, build real seamanship skills, earn certification, and join a supportive community of passionate women sailors.

Sail through Greece’s breathtaking Ionian Sea, where calm maistro winds, turquoise waters, and lush islands set the stage for an unforgettable adventure. Explore the captivating beauty of Lefkas, Ithaca, and Kefalonia, discovering historic towns, hidden coves, and seaside tavernas that make these legendary islands some of the world’s most cherished sailing destinations.

Learn to sail while exploring the beautiful British Virgin Islands on this week-long liveaboard adventure with Horizon Sailing School. Aboard a comfortable 34–44 ft monohull, you’ll build sailing skills while visiting iconic destinations like Norman Island, Virgin Gorda, and Jost Van Dyke. During the trip you can earn ASA 101, 103, and 104 certifications, gaining the knowledge and confidence needed to bareboat a monohull. With small groups, expert instruction, and time to snorkel, explore beaches, and enjoy island life, this experience blends hands-on sailing training with a relaxing Caribbean vacation.

Join the Ultimate Sailing Experience! Set sail with us in the stunning British Virgin Islands, whether you want your own boat or prefer to share with others. Certified ASA instructors can be on board, guiding you through ASA 103, 104, and 114 certifications as you explore one of the world’s best sailing destinations. Don’t need certifications? Charter captains are available by request.

Learn to sail while exploring the beautiful British Virgin Islands aboard a 40–44 ft catamaran. During this week-long liveaboard adventure with Horizon Sailing School, you’ll gain hands-on sailing experience while visiting iconic islands like Norman Island, Virgin Gorda, and Jost Van Dyke. The course includes ASA 103, 104, and 114 certifications, onboard accommodations, instruction, and most meals.