Basic Sailing Class
It can also serve as a refresher course for those who have not recently sailed. The 14 hour course covers boating safety, knots, rigging and sailing theory. On the water skills such as boat handling, docking, sail trim and capsize recovery will be taught on Quest sailboats. Upon successful completion of this course graduates will be given a free two hour rental card and are eligible to rent Quests and join the Sacramento State Aquatic Center Sailing Membership. This class follows the guidelines set by US Sailing but does not offer a US Sailing certificate.
The book used for this course if the Learn Sailing Right Beginning Sailing book (IBSN: 978-0-979467-2-1). The book is included in the cost of the class. Picking up your book early is recommended but not required.
Course Details
Length: 14 hours
Minimum Enrollment: 4
Maximum Enrollment: 12
Minimum Age Requirement: 12
Pricing
Sac State Students: $150
Affiliate: $170
General Public: $185
What to Expect
- You will get wet! Bring a towel
- You should wear clothes that are comfortable and can get wet
- Shoes should either be tennis shoes or sandals with a heel strap
- NO FLIP FLOPS
- The Front Office staff can hold your keys during class.
- Any other personal belongings can be stored in our $0.50 one-time use locker; which takes two quarters.
- Expect to arrive at least 15 minutes early to complete the registration and check-in process.
2020 Basic Sailing Class Schedule
Registration open!
| Section | Start Date | End Date | Days | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BSAIL01 | Mar 7 | Mar 15 | Sat & Sun | 2:00 PM – 5:30 PM |
| BSAIL02 | Mar 9 | Mar 12 | Mon – Th | 2:30 PM – 6:00 PM |
| BSAIL03 | Mar 14 | Mar 22 | Sat & Sun | 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM |
| BSAIL04 | Mar 16 | Mar 22 | Mon – Th | 3:30 PM – 7:00 PM |
| BSAIL05 | Mar 28 | Apr 5 | Sat & Sun | 12:00 PM – 3:30 PM |
| BSAIL06 | Mar 30 | Apr 2 | Mon – Th | 3:30 PM – 7:00 PM |
| BSAIL07 | Apr 13 | Apr 16 | Mon – Th | 4:00 PM – 7:30 PM |
| BSAIL08 | Apr 20 | Apr 23 | Mon – Th | 4:00 PM – 7:30 PM |
| BSAIL09 | May 4 | May 7 | Mon – Th | 4:00 PM – 7:30 PM |
| BSAIL010 | May 11 | May 14 | Mon – Th | 4:00 PM – 7:30 PM |
| BSAIL011 | May 18 | May 21 | Mon – Th | 4:00 PM – 7:30 PM |
| BSAIL012 | May 30 | Jun 7 | Sat & Sun | 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM |
| BSAIL013 | Jun 8 | Jun 11 | Mon – Th | 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM |
| BSAIL014 | Jun 13 | Jun 21 | Sat & Sun | 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM |
| BSAIL015 | Jun 15 | Jun 18 | Mon – Th | 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM |
| BSAIL016 | Jun 22 | Jun 25 | Mon – Th | 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM |
| BSAIL017 | Jun 29 | Jul 2 | Mon – Th | 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM |
| BSAIL018 | Jul 6 | Jul 9 | Mon – Th | 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM |
| BSAIL019 | Jul 11 | Jul 19 | Sat & Sun | 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM |
| BSAIL020 | Jul 13 | Jul 16 | Mon – Th | 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM |
| BSAIL021 | Jul 20 | Jul 23 | Mon – Th | 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM |
| BSAIL022 | Jul 25 | Aug 2 | Sat & Sun | 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM |
| BSAIL023 | Jul 27 | Jul 30 | Mon – Th | 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM |
| BSAIL024 | Aug 3 | Aug 6 | Mon – Th | 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM |
| BSAIL025 | Aug 8 | Aug 16 | Sat & Sun | 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM |
| BSAIL026 | Aug 10 | Aug 13 | Mon – Th | 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM |
| BSAIL027 | Aug 17 | Aug 20 | Mon – Th | 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM |
| BSAIL028 | Aug 22 | Aug 30 | Sat & Sun | 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM |
| BSAIL029 | Aug 24 | Aug 27 | Mon – Th | 4:00 PM – 7:30 PM |
| BSAIL030 | Aug 31 | Sep 3 | Mon – Th | 4:00 PM – 7:30 PM |
| BSAIL031 | Sep 12 | Sep 20 | Sat & Sun | 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM |
| BSAIL032 | Sep 14 | Sep 17 | Mon – Th | 3:30 PM – 7:00 PM |
| BSAIL033 | Sep 26 | Oct 4 | Sat & Sun | 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM |
| BSAIL034 | Sep 28 | Oct 1 | Mon – Th | 3:30 PM – 7:00 PM |
| BSAIL035 | Oct 5 | Oct 8 | Mon – Th | 3:30 PM – 7:00 PM |
| BSAIL036 | Oct 19 | Oct 22 | Mon – Th | 3:00 PM – 6:30 PM |