Adult Sail Training Programs at AYC
Whether you are new to sailing or looking to improve your skills, the Sail Training Program at the Austin Yacht Club has something for everyone. Our programs provide the opportunity for adults to develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence necessary to enjoy the sport of sailing!
Adult Clinics
AYC offers a variety of half-day and full-day clinics for beginning to advanced level sailors. Our clinics are designed to educate sailors through both classroom discussion and hands-on training on the water. Topics include Fundamentals of Racing, racing techniques, racing rules, Discover Sailing, and more. Some classes include references to online training opportunities.
Adult Dinghy Sailing Classes
We offer series of adult sailing classes in dinghies. These classes are usually held on FJs. The goal of the classes is to get everyone comfortable with sailing upwind, downwind, tacking, gybing, and capsizing then graduating to making adjustments on the boat through weight placement, sail trim, centerboard placement, and steering.