About
Nagawicka Sailing School offers parent and child classes, Optimist (Opti) sailing, X Boat sailing, Teen 420 sailing, adult classes, Learn-to-Race, and WOWWW (Women on Water with Wine). The parent and child class is a gentle introduction to sailing. The Opti program includes a competitive Opti team that participates in regattas and the club race series, and the X Boat program includes crew who generally start around ages 9 to 11 and later are encouraged to become skipper.
Programs
- Parent & child class — 5-9 · Gentle introduction to sailing and a fun way to approach the sport together.
- Optimist (Opti) — 6-15 · Children ages 6 to 15 may choose to learn sailing on the Opti. As kids progress, they are encouraged to join the competitive Opti team, which participates in regattas and the club race series.
- X Boat — roughly 9-16 · Children roughly 9-16 years old may feel more comfortable on a bigger boat, such as the X. Crew generally start around 9-11 years old and later are encouraged to become skipper.
- Teen 420 — teens · A no strings attached way to try sailing for teens. Some participants aspire to or are already on the high school racing team.
At a glance
- Ages: 5–18 years old
About the provider
Nagawicka Sailing School is a non-profit organization dedicated to teaching children and adults lifelong skills of sailing, good sportsmanship, teamwork, and camaraderie.
- Adult Classes — 18+ · Mondays or Wednesday evenings 6-8:30pm · Adults are invited to come try sailing. Classes are for beginners or experienced sailors who want to enhance their skills.
- Learn-to-Race — adults · Mondays or Wednesday evenings 6-8:30pm · For NLYC members and crew.
- WOWWW (Women on Water with Wine) — women · A laid back, fun one-day class designed to spend time on the water. Learn the basics of how to set up a sailboat, read the wind, steer, and crew.
Last updated November 5, 2026.
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