Programs
Every way to get on the water
Five tracks, one progression. Start wherever you are — our coaches will tell you honestly what comes next.
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Learn to Sail
No experience needed. These classes take a first-timer from the dock to the tiller.
Ages 5–6
KinderSail
A gentle, half-day first taste of sailing for our youngest sailors — safety fundamentals, water confidence, and a whole lot of fun.
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Ages 7–11
Opti Level 1
The first real step for beginner sailors: partner sailing, boat handling, and the skills that lead to going solo.
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Ages 12–17
420 Level 1
A first sailing course built for teens — rigging, skippering, crewing, and navigating a course with a partner.
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Advanced Sailing
For sailors who can already handle a boat and want more skill, more range, more freedom.
Ages 7–11
Opti Level 2
For competent solo sailors: independent boat handling, sail trim, and mark roundings in your own Optimist.
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Ages 7–11
Opti Level 3
Perfecting single-handed sailing in varying conditions — with Lake Michigan sails when the weather cooperates.
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Ages 12–17
420 Level 2
Adventure sailing with advanced technique — the natural bridge between camp and high school racing.
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Learn to Race
Boat speed, starts, tactics, and Friday regattas with Team Mac.
04
School Teams
Compete under your school's banner in the spring and fall seasons.
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Adult
It's never too late. Evening keelboat classes for adults, beginners included.
