Sailing Programs
Programs start this Spring
401-253-5000 x220 for questions
One Burnside Street
Bristol, RI, 02809 USA
The Herreshoff Marine Museum offers unique & interactive youth and adult sailing classes for the summer and fall. The mission of the Herreshoff Seamanship Program is to teach the art of seamanship and the principles of sailing, with an emphasis on excellent instruction, as well as the design, beauty, and unique features of these classic vessels. All classes are taught on our Herreshoff 12 ½s – 16 foot wooden sloops with jib, main & spinnaker – or our Sea Sprite 23s on the Narragansett Bay. Class sizes are limited and will be filled on a first come, first serve basis.
Updated as of May 22, 2020: The Herreshoff Marine Museum based on the guidance Issued by the state of Rhode Island for summer camps has implemented the following changes for summer sailing camp.
We will be modifying the drop off and pick up procedures to eliminate the forming of groups of people and take into account the need for social distancing.
All staff and campers will be screened verbally upon arrival at camp using the state's self attestation form. Anyone who answers yes to any of the questions will not be permitted to participate in camp and be sent home.
Visitors during the camp day. Trips to Prudence Island will not occur this summer and our popular Friday cook out and awards will be limited to staff and campers only.
We will be utilizing “stable groups” in our program, and our groups will be based on state guidelines of 15 people or fewer. As a sailing program, our groups in a boat on the water will be smaller than that as boat groups are typically 6 people or fewer.
We will also be reducing the total number of campers per session to fewer than 50 participants.
Your child will be with the same children each day and the same instructors. They will sail on the same boat during the course of the session. All staff will use masks during camp, and although it is not required, campers will be asked to use masks as well while sailing.
Camp will be conducted on the waterfront and under the tent to allow for the state recommended distance of 14 feet between stable groups and personal social distancing within groups. The classroom at 17 Burnside street will not be utilized for camp activities due to its small size. Facilities will be installed on the waterfront to allow for frequent hand sanitizing and all campers will be encourage to do so multiple times per day.
All high-touch camp equipment will be sanitized multiple times per day. This will include the bathrooms in the museum and the boats we will be using in the sailing program.
Life jackets will not be provided due to the difficulty in cleaning and sanitizing them. Each sailor must provide their own life jacket.
As we continue to learn more from the state, we will update and modify our procedures to comply with recommended practices.
We will continue to modify our standard policies which we hope will make it easier for you to make the decision to enroll:
- - The minimum amount required to enroll your child in summer camp to 10% down with the balance due on July 1, 2020. This should make it easier for you to hold a spot in the event that our class sizes are limited.
- - The revised the cancellation policy as follows: Full refunds will be issued to withdrawals received before the start of the Session. In addition, we have waived the administrative fees for the 2020 season. You may also request to transfer your registration to a session later in the summer if there is space available in that session or receive full credit for for the amount paid toward the 2021 season.
We’re all waiting and hoping for good news, and now it is here. Summer camp may look different this year than it has in the past but the importance of camp in a child's development has not changed, the memories, friendships and shared experiences will still be created this summer on the water. Here at the Herreshoff Marine Museum we are dedicated to providing the best summer camp experience possible. We can't control the wind but we can adjust the sails, we hope to see you this summer.
On behalf of your museum staff, we hope you’re staying safe and sane in the midst of these uncharted waters.
Youth Programs
For ages 7-15, programs range from Spring & Fall to our Summer Seamanship Program.
Adult Programs
Never too old to learn! Join us throughout the summer for group or private lessons.
Youth Programs
Youth Program 2024
Fun after-school and summer camp sailing programs for youth of all abilities, age 7-15.
Taught on our sailing school fleet of keel boats ranging in size from 16' to 23'.
Register before February 1st to receive an early registration discount.
SPRING & FALL YOUTH PROGRAM
Spring:
May 7 - May 30, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 4:15-6:15pm. 4 weeks – $275
Fall:
September 17 - October 10, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 4:15-6:15pm. 4 weeks – $275
YOUTH SUMMER CAMP PROGRAM
Camp Activities Highlights: Prudence Day, Sail to Hog Island, Awards & family BBQ, and family sail Fridays. Campers learn to sail on Herreshoff 12½s, Sea Sprites, Bullseyes, Hobie Cats & Bic O'pen
Sessions & Dates:
- Session 1 – June 17 - June 21
- Session 2 – June 24 - June 28
- Session 3 – July 1 - July 5*
- Session 4 – July 8 - July 12
- Session 5 – July 15 - July 19
- Session 6 – July 22 - July 26
- Session 7 – July 29 - August 2
- Session 8 – August 5 - August 9
- Session 9 – August 12 - August 16
*No class on July 4th
Schedule & Fees:
- Monday - Friday: 8:45 - 3:30
- One Week Full Day - $395
- 2nd Week Full Day - $370
- 3rd + Weeks Full Day - $345
Note: Includes Family Membership for one year.
Scholarships Available
- Contact us for details and applications
Instructor-In-Training Program:
- Contact us to learn more.
FULCRUM FLIGHT SCHOOL - UFO Foiling Clinics
Has your child always wanted to learn to fly? Here’s their chance! New for 2020 The Herreshoff Marine Museum has teamed up with Fulcrum Speedworks to offer Fulcrum Flight School - UFO Foiling Clinics this summer at the museum for sailors ages 12 - 15 with previous dinghy sailing experience.
Foiling is no longer just for highly-trained professionals on Moths and America's Cup yachts. Foiling is for everyone, including junior sailors, and the UFO is the ideal platform for learning how to foil. Fulcrum Speedworks, builders of the foiling UFO, will be offering a total of 4 clinic days this summer. *The days are scheduled during sessions 2, 4, 6, and 8 of the Herreshoff Summer Sailing Program and are coached by a member of the Fulcrum Speedworks coaching staff.
Fulcrum Flight School Highlights:
- Learn how to foil on the most accessible and easiest to use foiling dinghy on the market, the foiling UFO.
- Professional coaching from a staff member at Fulcrum Speedworks, builders of the foiling UFO.
- Class size will be limited to 3-4 foiling students. We've found foiling can be very tiring when you're just getting started, so we'll be switching sailors on and off one UFO. Switching off the UFO and watching another student foil allows the learning to continue while you catch your breath.
- Plus with junior sailors the UFO can be sailed one, two or even three up depending on sailor size.
- And to get smaller sailors started on the path to success the coach can come along for the ride, too.
This summer 16 lucky kids are going to have the time of their lives! Is it going to be yours? Sign up today for the Fulcrum Flight School as part of the Herreshoff Summer Sailing Program. Questions? Contact Kirk Cusic at [email protected].
Adult Sailing
Never too old to learn something new
Most Popular Classes:
Learn to Sail with Beginner & Intermediate classes
Women's Night
Family & Friends Sail
Summer Lessons & Packages
Note: All Packages expire at the end of the season.
Into to Sailing
- Tuesdays and Thursdays
- 5:30 pm - 8 pm
- Starting May 30 through August 17
- Six classes over three weeks for $295
- Museum Member Discount Applicable
- No Previous Experience Needed
- Four Students per Instructor
Intermediate Sailing
- Mondays and Wednesdays
- 5:30pm
- Starting June 5 through August 23
- Six classes over three weeks for $295
- Museum Member Discount Applicable
- All Levels of Experienc
Women's Sail
- Wednesdays
- 5:30 pm - 8 pm
- Starting June 14 through August 30
- $50 per class
- All Levels of Experience
- Three Students per Instructor
Family & Friends Sail
- Weeknights
- 5:30 pm - 8 pm
- Starting June 1 through September 30
- $150 per sail
- Up to four people
- All Levels of Experience
Private Lessons
- Weekdays or Weekends
- Starting June 1 through September 30
- Rates are per person per lesson
- To schedule, contact Kirk Cusic, Education Director, at 401-253-5000 x220 or [email protected]
Adult Sailing
Never too old to learn something new
Most Popular Classes:
Learn to Sail with Beginner & Intermediate classes
Women's Night
Family & Friends Sail
Adult Summer Lessons | Days | Time | Date Range | Price | Experience |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intro to Sailing
| Tuesdays and Thursdays | 5:30 pm - 8 pm | May 30 - August 17 | Six classes for $295 | No Previous Experience Needed |
Intro to Sailboat Racing | Mondays and Wednesdays | 5:30 pm - 8 pm | June 5 - August 23 | Six classes for $295 | Previous Sailing Experience Required |
Morning Sailing | Mondays and Wednesdays | 10 am - 12:30 pm | June 5 - August 23 | Six classes for $295 | All Levels of Experience Welcome |
Women's Sail
| Wednesdays | 5:30 pm - 8 pm | June 14 - August 30 | $50 per class | All Levels of Experience Welcome |
Family & Friends Sail | Weeknights | 5:30 pm - 8 pm | June 1 - Sept. 30 | $150 for up to 4 people per sail | All Levels of Experience Welcome |
Private Lessons | Weekdays or Weekends | To be Scheduled | June 1 - Sept. 30 | Per person & per lesson | All Levels of Experience |
Intro to Sailing | Intro to Sailboat Racing | Morning Sailing | Women's Sail | Family & Friends Sail | Private Lessons |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Tuesdays and Thursdays | Mondays and Wednesdays | Mondays and Wednesdays | Wednesdays | Weeknights | Weekdays or Weekends |
5:30 pm - 8 pm | 5:30 pm - 8 pm | 10 am - 12:30 pm | 5:30 pm - 8 pm | 5:30 pm - 8 pm | To be Scheduled |
May 30 - August 17 | June 5 - August 23 | June 5 - August 23 | June 14 - August 30 | June 1 - September 30 | June 1 - September 30 |
Six classes over three weeks for $295 | Six classes over three weeks for $295 | Six classes over three weeks for $295 | $50 per class | $150 per sail for up to four people | Per person & per lesson |
No Previous Experience Needed | Previous Sailing Experience Required | All Levels of Experience | All Levels of Experience | All Levels of Experience | All Levels of Experience |
DATES & TIMES
Summer Lessons & Packages
- Adult Intro to Sailing: Tues/Thur 5:30 - 8pm starting May 30 through August 17. Six classes for $295
- Adult Intro to Sailboat Racing: Mon/Wed 5:30 - 8pm starting June 5 through August 23. Six classes for $295
- *NEW* Adult Morning Sail: June 5 through August 23, More Details TBD. Six classes for $295
- Women's Sail: Wednesdays 5:30 - 8pm starting June 14 through August 30. $50 per class
- Family & Friends Sail: Weeknights 5:30-8pm starting June 1 through September 30. $150 for up to 4 people per sail
Note: All Packages expire at the end of the season.
PRIVATE LESSONS
Private Lessons Available
- Weekdays or Weekends
- Rates are per person per lesson and can be scheduled by contacting Kirk Cusic, Education Director, at [email protected] or by calling 401-253-5000 x220.
PRIVATE LESSONS
Private Lessons Available
- Weekdays or Weekends
- Rates are per person per lesson and can be scheduled by contacting Kirk Cusic, Education Director, at [email protected] or by calling 401-253-5000 x220.
DATES & TIMES
Summer Lessons & Packages
- Adult Intro to Sailing: Tues/Thur 5:30 - 8pm starting May 30 through August 17. Six classes for $295
- Adult Intro to Sailboat Racing: Mon/Wed 5:30 - 8pm starting June 5 through August 23. Six classes for $295
- *NEW* Adult Morning Sail: June 5 through August 23, More Details TBD. Six classes for $295
- Women's Sail: Wednesdays 5:30 - 8pm starting June 14 through August 30. $50 per class
- Family & Friends Sail: Weeknights 5:30-8pm starting June 1 through September 30. $150 for up to 4 people per sail
Note: All Packages expire at the end of the season.
PRIVATE LESSONS
Private Lessons Available
- Weekdays or Weekends
- Rates are per person per lesson and can be scheduled by contacting Kirk Cusic, Education Director, at [email protected] or by calling 401-253-5000 x220.
Sailboat Rental Program
Affordable Rentals
Take part in our unique rental program of our Herreshoff 12½s and fiberglass boats! All boats utilized in the Sailing School are available for rental. Participants must join the Museum at the Columbia level and take a checkout sail with a sailing instructor to demonstrate sailing ability. Have a great summer sailing without all the hassle of boat ownership!
Rentals
- Affordable hourly/seasonal rates
- Unlimited FREE guests
- Stable, seaworthy, & easy to sail boats!
- Seasprite Racing Season Charter available
THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS