What kind of school are we?
So what do we define as a successful sailing course? In order of priority: safety, fun, and learning. Generally, there are two kinds of sailors – racers and cruisers. We are not a racing school. Our education focuses more on safety and cruising. This does not mean we will not teach you how to get your boat to go fast; we simply do not prioritize it. The course is successful to us if you learn how to safely operate a boat and have a great time doing it. If you do become interested in racing, you can learn more about our KeelBoat Club where we do Sunday and Monday night racing and lectures!
Why do we do it better than anyone else. Why trust us?
Instructor : Student Ratio
Our 3:1 student-to-instructor ratio is the lowest around, ensuring that each student receives personalized attention and hands-on experience throughout the course. This intimate setting means you’ll have more tiller time to practice and perfect your sailing skills under the close guidance of our expert instructors. With fewer students per class, you’ll benefit from direct feedback and tailored instruction.
Our Specialized Boats
The Rainbow 24’ is the best boat around for basic sailing instruction. The Rainbow 24 can accommodate up to five sailors in the cockpit, plus an instructor. The Annapolis Sailing School, in coordination with famous boat designers Sparkman & Stephens, built it specifically for that purpose. Being the first in the industry has its benefits.
An Unbeatable Location
Not only are we located in the sailing capital of the country, just a little over 2 miles from downtown, but we also have the best spot in Annapolis. Located at the mouth of Back Creek, our marina is protected from the elements but doesn’t require a lengthy motor to get out into open water. With no long creeks to navigate, students, renters, and members are quickly on the Chesapeake Bay.
The Longest Record of Teaching Sailing
Before there was the American Sailing Association, before there was U.S. Sailing. Before there were charter companies, there was the Annapolis Sailing School. Established in 1959, we have had a lot of opportunities to learn from our students. With this, we have established what is known as ‘The Annapolis Way’ of teaching sailing.
The Annapolis Way maximizes hands-on, on-the-water instruction, while providing students the necessary amount of theory. This allows students to learn skills physically while also giving them the theoretical basis to continue to learn on their own. We will be the first to say we can’t teach you everything about sailing, but we will provide you with the foundation on which you can continue to grow your sailing skills safely.
Still want to know more about the Annapolis Sailing School? Feel free to contact us to speak with one of our knowledgeable staff.