The Social Cruises are friendly evening sailing opportunities hosted by members to enjoy the camaraderie of fellow sailors and have a fun way to engage new and experienced sailors together to expand our love of sailing.

These events are hosted by SMSA members who invite new members to sail with them aboard the host's boats and enjoy an evening of fun and learning.

Space available for each event is determined by the host skipper.
Sessions typically begin with a meeting at the dock by all sailors at 5:30 pm with the intent to sail until sunset.

New sailors show up with your questions and be prepared to try new things. Everyone be prepared to have a great time.

Select Thursday evenings, 5:30pm - approximately 8:30pm

Format of Classes

Shore Based Classes:
We offer 4 hours of classroom instruction for students before on the water lessons. These are intended to familiarize you with the sailing safety and language so that you understand what the on the water instructors are teaching you. The classroom sessions are broken into 2 parts (Part 1 & Part 2). Sign up for shore based instructions does not need to be in consecutive sessions. If you can attend 2 classes in 1 week or classes over multiple weeks either is OK. We do expect students to show up for the shore based instruction prior to signing up for on the water instruction.

On the Water Classes:
Once you've completed your Shore Based Classes it is time to hit the water. In these sessions you will have an instructor and be on a boat with up to two other students. You will learn and practice skills at your own pace. You and your instructor will review your skills checklist and work towards improving your skills in your particular areas of need. Students should plan to attend no less than 4 on the water sessions. You may sign up for any on the water sessions that fit your schedule.

Pricing and Costs

SMSA sailing lessons are included with your membership to SMSA. Use of the club's sailboats is also included in your membership.

You are responsible for providing your own personal safety gear (life jackets, rain gear etc..)

$25 is charged for Shore Part 1 to cover the cost of the textbook and course materials.

Boat Check Outs

Once you and your instructor have reviewed your "On the Water" skills and you've met the minimum criteria you may check out SMSA boats to sail on your own, with qualified crews. EVERY SAILOR IS DIFFERENT and we cannot guarantee a specific amount of time it will take you to learn any of the required skills. New sailors should anticipate no less than 4 sessions on the water prior to being checked out to sign a boat without an instructor or other qualified sailor.

Student Certifications

Our classes are not intended to provide students with any form of licensing or certifications.