Brandermill Sailing Club - Summer sailing lessons- Brandermill RESIDENTS ONLY

Sailing lessons are available each year for club members and their families as well as for non-members. Classes are generally held at the start of the season, usually  early- to mid-June.  At the request of the Brandermill Community Association, we are currently planning to hold a session of classes for JUST Brandermill residents in June this year, and will consider holding another class which can include non-residents if there is sufficient interest. We reserve the right to cancel or place restrictions to comply with CDC and Commonwealth of Virginia guidelines for COVID-19 protection.

Instruction is provided by U.S. Sailing Certified Instructors. Classes stress hands-on participation. This is an introductory course that will familiarize students with the basics of sailing. At the conclusion of the sessions, students should know the basics of sailing theory, will be able to rig and de-rig one of the dinghies they’ve practiced with, and should be able to launch, sail and return to the beach in appropriate weather conditions. Classes are held at the Sailing Center located on the waterfront at Sunday Park, Brandermill. Click on the link below to get directions to Sunday Park.

During the first session students should wear a swim suit (or clothing they can get wet in) and be prepared for a swim test and capsize drill. All students should bring a U.S. Coast Guard approved “Type III” Personal Flotation Device (PFD) to all sessions. Classes provide hands on practice on the water.

2023 Session Dates