Adult Sailing at Corinthian University

Imagine the thrill of sailing on Lake Michigan—whether you’re enjoying the shoreline sights or racing against other boats. Corinthian University’s four-week Level 1 and Level 2 classes provides hands-on instruction to teach you how to sail and skipper a boat, all while experiencing the beauty of Lake Michigan and Montrose Harbor. Classes are taught in the school’s Rhodes 19 boats, perfect for both beginners and those seeking to enhance their skills. These nineteen-foot keelboats offer a safe and fun environment, with three adults per class for maximum learning. The Laser Learn to Sail program is taught in a single person Laser dinghy used in the Olympics for both men and women. This is a more advanced course to become a competitive sailor in the largest sail class in history, the Internation Laser Class Association.

Level 1: Introduction to Sailing
This beginner-level course includes 16 hours of on-the-water training. You’ll learn essential sailing skills, including how to prepare the boat for launch, set up the rudder and sails, steer by the wind, tack, jibe, and dock safely. The course also covers marine terminology, points of sail, and man-overboard drills. Throughout the course, you’ll rotate between the positions of skipper, foredeck, and mainsail trimmer, ensuring a comprehensive experience that leaves you confident and inspired to sail.

Level 2: Advanced Skills and Skippering
Building on the fundamentals, this course focuses on integrating your skills to sail independently, includes 16 hours of on-the-water training. You’ll practice advanced techniques such as maneuvering in the harbor, optimizing sail trim for different weather conditions, managing boat speed, and directing a crew. The course also introduces radio communication and route planning, helping you "think like a skipper." By the end, you’ll feel confident in your abilities and ready to enjoy the water.

Women on the Water Level 1: Introduction to Sailing
This is the same as our Level 1 class is taught by women, for women, fostering a supportive and empowering environment for learning to sail.

Cost: $395

Discounts Chicago Corinthian Yacht Club members may use a discount code found under the Education Menu on the club website when logged in.

Cancellation Policy
Cancellations made at least 60 days before the session start date qualify for a full refund, minus a $20 cancellation fee. No refunds are provided for cancellations made within 60 days of the session start date.

Contact Information
For questions about the Adult Sailing School program, email AdultSailing@CorinthianUniversity.org.