Discover the Thrill of Adult Sailing at YSF Community Sailing Vero Beach

Learn to Sail in Vero Beach, Florida!

Unlock the world of sailing at YSF Community Sailing! Our adult sailing program, established in 2014, has gained immense popularity among adults of all ages and sailing expertise. Immerse yourself in expert sailing instruction and a welcoming community as you explore the beautiful waters of the Indian River Lagoon in Vero Beach Florida.

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Why Choose YSF Community Sailing Center?

  • Experienced Sailing Instructors: Learn from certified, experienced instructors who are passionate about sailing and dedicated to helping you succeed.
  • Large fleet of sailboats: Sail with confidence using our boats and equipment.
  • Beautiful Location: Our scenic coastal location off the Indian River in Vero Beach offers the perfect backdrop for your sailing adventures, with ideal wind conditions, safe shallow waters and stunning views.

Catch the wind with YSF Community Sailing Center – where your adventure begins!

Our Offerings:

Group or Private Sailing Courses

  • A total of 12 hours of lessons, combining classroom and on-the-water instruction, will help you build skills, experience, and confidence and gives you the opportunity to learn with other students.
  • A low student-to-instructor ratio and novice-friendly boats make learning to sail fun and relaxing.
  • Beginner and intermediate course available - no prior experience necessary for beginner course.
  • $400 per 12-hour course: Classes are typically divided into four, 3-hour sessions of sailing instruction or whatever works for your schedule based on Instructor availability.
  • Class times: Classes are offered 7 days a week based on Instructor availability. Advanced scheduling is highly encouraged.
  • Please arrive 10 minutes early for your class to obtain a lifejacket and meet your instructor.
  • Cancellation/Rescheduling: Our instructors are dedicated professional instructors who often teach other classes. We ask that cancellations be made by the end of business day (4:00 pm) the day before your scheduled lesson. Last-minute cancellations will be subject to an $85 cancellation fee which will need to be paid before rescheduling class sessions.
  • ALL SALES ARE FINAL
  • If you have any questions, please call the office at (772) 492-3243.

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Private Lessons

  • Private individual sailing lessons with a dedicated sailing instructor providing personalized sailing instruction based on your abilities and experience
  • Taught by U.S. Sailing certified instructors
  • All levels of instruction – beginner to advanced; competitive or recreational
  • Available to ages 8 years old and up
  • $85/hr - 2 hour minimum required
  • Can register for more than 2 hours
  • Cancellation/Rescheduling: Our instructors are dedicated professional instructors who often teach other classes and may not be able to reschedule your class time right away. We ask that cancellations be made by the end of the business day (4:00 pm) the day before. Last-minute cancellations will be subject to loss of sail time.
  • ALL SALES ARE FINAL

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Our Sailing Fleet

New! Flying Scot 19ft sailboats (3)

Sunfish sailboats (several)

Laser sailboats (several)

Hobie Cats - Catamaran Sailboats (several)

Two Mariners, 19ft day sailer

Bauer 12ft dinghy day sailer

Hunter 17ft day sailer

Club 420 racing dinghies

Sail the beautiful Indian River Lagoon

Experience the beautiful panorama of sea and sky while skimming along the protected waters of the Indian River Lagoon in Vero Beach, Florida.

How to Get Started:

Ready to embark on your sailing journey? Sign up by clicking one of the blue buttons above, or call us at (772) 492-3243 to enroll in our sailing lessons today! You can also email us for more information. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn a new skill, meet like-minded adventurers, and go sailing, Florida style!

Every contribution to YSF Community Sailing directly supports our youth sailing and special needs programs. All income generated goes towards funding beginner youth and special needs programs, provided free of charge to Indian River County residents.

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