SEALANDER SAILING ACADEMY
Turning the Tide for Youth
Sealanders see things differently
Sealander Sailing Academy
Educate
Sealander Sailing provides an entry point for motivated 14- to 24-year-old young adults to begin big boat coastal sailing and racing with a U.S. Sailing guided program. Our program is 100% funded through scholarships by our corporate sponsors.
Experience
With a focus on seamanship and safety, our introductory course is the perfect first step for youth interested in coastal sailing and racing. Graduates become proficient coastal sailors and safe, effective race crew.
Explore
We create opportunities for graduates to participate in coastal sailing and racing through the Sealander Sailing Academy Youth on Yachts program. The YOY actively solicits participation from the sailing community to include our grads in racing.
Hear from our founders:
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Few sports challenge the mind like sailing: working with the forces of nature, staying one step ahead of the fleet, making split-second decisions, constantly evaluating the risk, all while keeping the boat fast and the team in sync.”
Bill Starr, Co-founder & CEO
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I grew up on the Seacoast and never knew sailing was even possible. So we are seeking out those kids who would never have an opportunity like this, to get out on the water and let it change their perspective forever.”
Shelagh Starr, Co-founder & COO
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