Sail Camp

Co-sponsored by Marin Yacht Club
Our 35th SEAson!

Join us for the Annual Lawler Cup "regatta" open to Sail Campers and families! August 26th!  Find out more!


Sailing Education Adventures’ Sail Camp is one of the best ways for children to learn to sail in The Bay Area. It offers intensive instruction on 12'- 14’ sailboats, as well as lessons on boat safety and seamanship.  And most importantly, Sail Camp fosters teamwork and individual self- confidence. All classes are taught by experienced instructors certified by the US. Sailing Association. ​

 SEA is a non-profit community sailing organization dedicated to providing affordable instruction in the art of sailing and encouraging the care for the marine environment. Join us on the water for this exciting and educational sailing experience.
 In 1998, Sailing Education Adventures (SEA) and the Marin Yacht Club won the prestigious Nimitz Trophy in recognition of the quality of our youth program. ​

Mini Camp 

​Location: Loch Lomond Marina 110 Loch Lomond Dr, Dock A behind the new Andy's grocery store being built and next to Loch Lomond Yacht Club
Days: Monday - Friday
Hours: 9 am- 12 pm
Ages: 8-10
​Price: $325
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About: One-week, half-day sessions introduce younger children to sailing. Light morning breezes give younger children an opportunity to start learning about wind, water, safety and fun. Youths are taught basic sailing skills in our sloop rigged, 16.5 foot Catalina Capris by our experienced staff. 

Note: We cannot enroll 8-10 year olds in Basic / Intermediate camps. Children aged 8-10 who have completed one full week of Mini Camp are eligible to enroll in Basic/Intermediate camp at the discretion of the Head Counselor.

Basic/Intermediate Camp 

Location: 24 Summit Ave, San Rafael.  Marin Yacht Club. The gate will be open on the first day of camp, subsequent days will require an entry code which you will be given the first day of camp.  
Days: Monday - Friday
Hours: 9 am- 4 pm
Ages: 11-18
Price: $725 
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About: Basic introduces new sailors with boat handling and the principles of sailing. Intermediate campers who have mastered basic skills will be challenged with more skill building in single-handing and responsibility by building leadership skills. The full-day sessions for two weeks (Monday through Friday) concentrate on sailing, boating safety and teamwork. Parent, campers, instructors and friends will celebrate the end of Basic Sail Camp at a graduation BBQ held at Marin Yacht Club where certificates and awards will be presented.
Session 1 is full and not accepting waitlist at this time. Please try one of our other sessions below. 

SEA Explorers

​Location: Loch Lomond Marina 110 Loch Lomond Dr, Dock A behind the new Andy's grocery store being built and next to Loch Lomond Yacht Club
Days: Monday - Friday
Hours: 9 am- 4 pm
Ages: 10-18
Price: $425 
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About: Youth learn to sail and engage in marine science experiments and talk plankton to better understand marine systems and our relationship with the marine environment! Taught by US Sailing certified SEA instructors with a science background. 

One of the days during the week, youth will join scientists aboard a sailing vessel to conduct a plankton pull and learn about one of the most abundant animals in the world and why they are important in our San Francisco Bay.
SEA Explorers is full and not accepting waitlist at this time. Please try one of our other sessions of Basic/Intermediate.

Advanced Camp

​Location: Loch Lomond Marina 110 Loch Lomond Dr, Dock A behind the new Andy's grocery store being built and next to Loch Lomond Yacht Club
Days: Monday - Friday
Hours: 12 pm- 4 pm
Ages: 14-18
Price: $350 
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About: One-week, half day sessions for advanced sailors looking for more intense sailing aboard our new sloop rigged RS Quests. Campers will be challenged by performance sailing, longer voyages, and an introduction to racing. Advanced campers encouraged to come early to help with mini camp. Advanced students must be approved by SEA Head Counselor or Director.
Session 2 is full and not accepting waitlist at this time.