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    Private Sailing Lesson in Nantucket

    Learn to sail with a private instructor at Jetties Beach

    5.0 stars• 2 reviews
    From$265incl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    2 Hours

    Ideal For

    Up to 3 people

    Includes

    Instructor, PFD, Sailboat

    Highlights

    Build confidence on the water with a private sailing lesson tailored to your skill level and goals. You’ll sail in a Rhodes 19 or a 420, depending on age and programming.

    • Practice sailing skills with an instructor matched to your experience level
    • Choose a Rhodes 19 lesson for up to 3 sailors
    • Take a 420 lesson for up to 2 sailors in youth programming
    • Refine technique with coaching from the boat or a motorboat alongside
    • Arrive on time to avoid losing your lesson slot

    What's Included

    • Personal flotation device (PFD)

    Things to know

    Ages 13+ (age requirement varies in the source). At low tide, you may need to wade to a powerboat in up to thigh-deep water to reach your sailboat.

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel/rebook 0–48 hours before start or no-show: no refund. Cancel/rebook 49+ hours: 100% refund. Full refund if the operator cancels the lesson for any reason.

    FAQs

    Wear closed-toe shoes such as dinghy boots or sneakers. Bring sun protection and a water bottle (no glass). A personal flotation device (PFD) is supplied, or you can bring your own U.S. Coast Guard-approved Type III PFD in good condition.

    Sometimes. Access to the boats is limited by the tides. At low tide, you may be required to wade out to a powerboat in up to thigh-deep water to get to your sailboat.

    If you arrive more than 15 minutes late, the lesson may no longer be available, and the booking becomes non-refundable.

    Meeting details

    Jetties Beach

    Experience provided by Nantucket Community Sailing - Jetties Sailing Center
    Experience provided by Nantucket Community Sailing - Jetties Sailing Center

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    Private Lesson: Rhodes 19

    $265

    8+ (if under 18, parent must sign waiver)

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    Private Lesson: 420

    $265

    8+ (if under 18, parent must sign waiver)

    0

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    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Absolutely loved sailing here! Staff is so great and the rentals are really high quality!

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    Emma McGrath

    June 19, 2019

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Absolutely loved sailing here! Staff is so great and the rentals are really high quality!

    Photo of Emma McGrath

    Emma McGrath

    June 19, 2019

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