Adult Education Learn to Sail, Hone your Skills | The Downtown Sailing Center is an accredited US Sailing School that provides courses for all sailing levels. Our comprehensive curriculum helps every student reach their full potential through a balance of structure and individualized attention. |
Convenient Location Learn to sail in Baltimore's beautiful Inner Harbor! |
Expert Instructors Highly-trained instructors with years of experience on the water |
Inclusive Environment Where people of all backgrounds can enjoy sailing & building skills |
Small Class Sizes Small instructor to student ratio allows for individualized attention |
Courses Offered |
Our curriculum is based on US Sailing principles, and you'll learn to sail via a combination of land-based chalk talks, dockside demonstrations, and practice. We believe in "learning by doing" and you will spend the majority of any class out on the water!
| Class Discounts for MembersDSC members receive a discount on classes! Check class descriptions for member pricing. Membership DiscountsNon-members who wish to join the DSC after completing a class may receive a discount on their membership*! *Does not apply to Taste of Sailing classes
|
|
Our Instructors and FleetExperienced InstructorsOur highly-trained instructors bring years of experience to our sailing program. Many have taught for over a decade and have US Sailing Instructor certifications, while others are emerging talents progressing through the ranks. Most are DSC Skipper members and active participants in the local sailing community. Our program emphasizes building true competency and mastering foundational sailing skills. Our FleetKeelboat Lessons are typically taught in our J/22s, which offer the perfect balance of comfortable size and nimble feedback. Larger groups will use our Sonar sailboats which are also nimble and fun boats with a bigger cockpit space. Learn more about our fleet »
Waitlist and Cancellation PolicyWaitlistIf the class you want to attend is fully booked, feel free to join the waitlist. We will send an email to the waitlist when a spot becomes available. It is then first come first serve. CancellationsParticipant Cancellations Participant cancellations made 14 days or more in advance of the event date will receive a 100% refund. Cancellations made 7-13 days in advance of the event date will receive a 50% refund, unless we are able to fill the opening in which case a 100% refund will be issued. Cancellations made within 48 hours to the event will not be refunded unless the opening is filled, in which case a 100% refund will be issued. The above policy applies to change requests, and we have a $35 Course Change Fee to switch dates or cancel a class with any amount of notice. The DSC will do its best to find a replacement student for the course. Please email info@downtownsailing.org to cancel a registration. DSC Cancellations If the Downtown Sailing Center cancels your course, you will be rescheduled for another offering at no cost or a refund will be issued. |
Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat kind of boats are used for classes?Most courses are taught aboard the DSC's keelboats - either a J/22 or a Sonar. Both have a heavy keel to provide stability and will not tip over during your sail! Please note that Performance Sailing is only taught aboard J/22s and uses symmetrical spinnakers. Basic Cruising and Bareboat Cruising courses are taught aboard the DSC's cruising boats, auxiliary-powered vessel between 30' and 40' in length. Is parking available?Parking is available on site in the gravel lot of the Baltimore Museum of Industry. Classes meet behind the BMI pavilion, near the gate to the Downtown Sailing Center main dock. Please plan to arrive a few minutes early to orient yourself and meet your instructor. Are there breaks during class?Our full-day classes return for a lunch break in the middle of each day, but you should plan to be on the water for up to three hours at a stretch. What do I need to bring?Life jackets are required to be worn and will be provided. Please wear close-toed shoes for safety. We recommend dressing for the weather (it can feel cooler on the water than on land!) and bringing a water bottle, sunglasses, hat, sunscreen and a great attitude. |
___________________________________________________________
The Downtown Sailing Center
Est 1994
1425 Key Highway, Suite 110, Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 727-0722 • info@downtownsailing.org