Women on the Water (WOW Wednesdays)

Women on the Water (WOW)

 An all-volunteer effort to increase access to sailing for women and non-binary people.

The Downtown Sailing Center's mission is to create an environment of inclusion. Sailing has been a traditionally male-dominated sport; WOW is meant for the development of skills and confidence for women by learning from women.

There are two levels of WOW events: beginner and racing. If you are interested in learning more about sailing or getting introduced to sailing, please join as a beginner on WOW Wednesdays.

 If you have some experience but maybe want to try your hand at skippering, you may register as a beginner. A volunteer can help you learn how to drive a boat safely.

If you are already checked out as a DSC skipper, sign up to volunteer! This will allow you to develop your skills while helping others! 

WOW will take place on the first and third Wednesdays from May-October.

If your skills are more advanced and you are interested in racing, we have clinics available on 3 different Saturdays throughout the year. These events are specifically to give women the confidence to join a race team either as a crew or skipper OR to practice using the spinnaker. 

All sailors are required to wear a mask while on the docks and while sailing as part of our COVID-19 protocols.

The Downtown Sailing Center welcomes women of all skills and experience levels to participate with us, including non-DSC-members. A small fee for nonmembers of $25/session helps us maintain our boats.

If you have questions, email rena@downtownsailing.org