Clinton Lake Sailing Association

Learn to Sail in 60 Minutes

In this 60-minute video, Eric will teach you everything you need to know to sail from point A to point B.   The boat in the video is a Flying Scot, the same boat used to teach CLSA sailing lessons.  Learn to Sail in 60 Minutes can be taken by anyone, whether preparing for an on-the-water learning program or those interested in learning more about the sport.  Page numbers are referenced in the video so you can easily follow along in textbook.  

Recommend Digital Textbook: 
Learn Sailing Right - Beginning Sailing ($17.95)

Practice Knots at Home

We will not be reviewing knots during our class.   

Recommended: Purchase the ReferenceReady Nautical Knot Tying Kit for Boaters and Sailors from Amazon for $14.95.  

Certification Record Book

Student record book of 14 basic skills for use in sailing programs.

Only $1.50.  Order directly through US Sailing. 

Earn small boat certification by demonstrating knowledge and on-the-water proficiency with US Sailing Certified Instructor present.

Intermediate Sailing

Intermediate Sailing is for sailing faster and smarter with greater confidence.  Where sailing is simplified for beginners as they learn fundamental skills and concepts, intermediate sailors are ready for deeper explanations and some of the details behind how a sailboat works. 

Purchase Digital Textbook:
Learn Sailing Right - Intermediate Sailing ($17.95)

Capsize Recovery & Rescue

Attend this 60-minute zoom workshop and learn how to safely recover from a capsize.  We’ll review video footage of capsize recoveries and discuss the recovery techniques used for both single-hand and multi-person dinghies.  We’ll also explain rescue considerations and best practices for safety boat operators when assisting with the rescue of a capsized boat.