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2025 ADULT sailing
Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey and explore the beauty of Lake Erie? The Foundry’s adult sailing programs are your gateway to mastering the art of sailing, whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to refine your skills. Our experienced instructors and vibrant sailing community make learning accessible, fun, and rewarding.
ADULT EXPLORE SAILING
Beginner One
Step aboard one of The Foundry’s 33-foot sailboats for our Adult Explore Sailing Beginner One course! This course is an introduction to the basic knowledge and skills of sailing. No prior experience is needed. This is a "hands on" series of classes with instruction on land and on water by US Sailing certified coaches. Participants will learn the parts of the boat, points of sail, knot tying, identifying wind direction, and more with the Cleveland skyline as the backdrop! Our experienced instructors focus on safety and fun, so that you leave the course confident on the water and eager to learn more.
3 sessions offered for three consecutive weeks on Mondays or Thursdays from 5:30 PM- 7:30 PM
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$350
Mondays
June 2, 9, 16
June 30, July 7, July 14
July 28, Aug 4, 11
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Thursdays
June 5, 12, 19
July 3, 10, 17
July 31, Aug 7, 14
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Explore Adult Sailing:
Beginner One launches from:
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East 55th Street Marina
5555 North Marginal Road
Cleveland, OH 44114
What to Bring?
Water bottle, closed toe shoes, dress for the weather, dry change of clothes and shoes, towel, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, lifejacket (if you own one)
ADULT EXPLORE SAILING
Beginner TWO
The Foundry’s Adult Explore Sailing Beginner Two course is for adults interested in improving their fundamental skills and adding to the knowledge gained in the Adult Explore Sailing Beginner One course. This is a "hands on" series of classes with instruction on land and on water by US Sailing certified coaches. Participants will gain additional experience with tiller steering, sail trim, beating, and more. Instruction will dive deeper into the points of sail and how the headsail and mainsail work in tandem to improve boat speed of one of our 33-foot sailboats
Prior sailing experience recommended.
3 sessions offered for three consecutive weeks on Mondays or Thursdays from 5:30 PM- 7:30 PM
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$350
Mondays
June 2, 9, 16
June 30, July 7, July 14
July 28, Aug 4, 11
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Thursdays
June 5, 12, 19
July 3, 10, 17
July 31, Aug 7, 14
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Explore Adult Sailing:
Beginner One launches from:
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East 55th Street Marina
5555 North Marginal Road
Cleveland, OH 44114
What to Bring?
Water bottle, closed toe shoes, dress for the weather, dry change of clothes and shoes, towel, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, lifejacket (if you own one)
ADULT EXPLORE SAILING
INTERMEDIATE
The Foundry’s Adult Explore Sailing Intermediate course is for adults interested in refining their fundamental skills and adding to the knowledge gained in The Foundry’s Adult Explore Sailing Beginner One and Two courses. This small group course provides additional "hands on" instruction on our 22-foot sailboat. Taught by US Sailing certified coaches. Participants will continue to work on tiller steering, sail trim, and begin learning the sailboat racing rules of the road. This course will introduce a third sail, called the Spinnaker, which is used during downwind sailing.
Some experience required.
3 sessions offered for three consecutive weeks on Mondays or Thursdays from 5:30 PM- 7:30 PM
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$350
Mondays
June 2, 9, 16
June 30, July 7, July 14
July 28, Aug 4, 11
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Thursdays
June 5, 12, 19
July 3, 10, 17
July 31, Aug 7, 14
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Explore Adult Sailing:
Intermediate launches from:
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Gordon Park E. 72nd Boat Ramp
7305 North Marginal Road
Cleveland, OH 44108
What to Bring?
Water bottle, closed toe shoes, dress for the weather, dry change of clothes and shoes, towel, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, lifejacket (if you own one)
ADULT EXPLORE SAILING
DINGHY SAILING
The Foundry’s Adult Explore Dinghy Sailing course is an introduction to the basic knowledge and skills of sailing dinghy sailboats. Hop into one of The Foundry’s 13-foot, two person racing boats to learn how to steer the boat, trim the sails, and use your body weight to keep the boat fast! Some prior experience is recommended. This is a physical and "hands on" series of classes with instruction on land and on water, by US Sailing certified small boat instructors. Participants will learn the parts of the boat, points of sail, knot tying, identifying wind direction, and more with the Cleveland skyline as the backdrop! Our experienced instructors focus on safety and fun, so that you leave the course confident on the water and eager to learn more.
5 sessions offered consecutive weeks on Tuesdays from 5:30 PM- 7:30 PM
Tuesdays
July 1
July 8
July 22
July 29
Aug 5
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Explore Adult Sailing:
Dinghy Sailing launches from:
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Gordon Park E. 72nd Boat Ramp
7305 North Marginal Road
Cleveland, OH 44108
What to Bring?
Water bottle, closed toe shoes, dress for the weather, dry change of clothes and shoes, towel, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, lifejacket (if you own one)
ADULT EXPLORE SAILING
Private sailing lessons
The Foundry’s private sailing lessons are personalized, 2-hour lessons on one of our keel or dinghy boats. Through a phone call with one of our coaches, The Foundry will assess your current knowledge and work with you to set intentions for the lesson. Expect your coach to send prework or a reading before your lesson, and to follow up with a recommended continuous improvement plan. Private lessons are available for all ages and abilities! Schedule a private sailing lesson with one of The Foundry’s US Sailing certified instructors today.
May- September, By Appointment
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$225
What to Bring?
Water bottle, closed toe shoes, dress for the weather, dry change of clothes and shoes, towel, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, lifejacket (if you own one)
ADULT EXPLORE SAILING
Try-it Sails
Interested in learning to sail, but not sure how you will feel on a boat? Join us for a 1 Hour Try-It Sail on one of The Foundry’s 33-foot sailboats! Capacity is up to 6.
May- September, By Appointment
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$350
What to Bring?
Water bottle, closed toe shoes, dress for the weather, dry change of clothes and shoes, towel, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, lifejacket (if you own one)
ADULT EXPLORE SAILING
community dinghy series
Dinghy Racing on E420s for those 11+, experience required
Thursday Nights
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One Day for $20 or 5 days for $75
What to Bring?
Water bottle, closed toe shoes, dress for the weather, dry change of clothes and shoes, towel, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, lifejacket (if you own one)
The Foundry provides instruction by a certified coach, professionally maintained boats, insurance, a safety fleet, safety gear, and administrative support.​