Hands-On Family Sailing Lessons
Skip the usual vacation routine and join an adventure sailing course built for families. You’ll live aboard a modern yacht, learn real skills, and visit places like the BVI, Croatia, Greece, Madeira, Brittany, Tahiti, or St. Martin.
Family Sailing Courses
Setting sail is the perfect way to disconnect from everyday stress and connect with your family. Our beautiful destinations will encourage you and your loved ones to put their devices away and engage with the world around you, and bond as you work as a team to sail the boat between islands each day.
Set sail on a new adventure and reconnect with those you love most as you make memories and build skills that will last a lifetime.
Contact us today to start planning the vacation of a lifetime!
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What Makes Our Courses Different?
We're not your grandpa's sailing school. We're the #1 Sailing Academy on TripAdvisor and featured in Vogue!
We run active, immersive sailing courses on catamarans or monohulls, over 40 feet long, chartered through trusted providers.
They're clean, modern, and perfect for training and comfort.
Courses run year-round, including time to relax, explore, and enjoy the view while learning something new every day.
What You'll Learn On Our Family Sailing Course
Our family sailing lessons cover everything from basic terminology to navigation skills that work even when your phone dies. You'll master anchoring techniques and practice teamwork that carries over from the deck to daily life.
Courses are structured to follow our FastTrack Certification model, adapted to work for families and younger learners.
You can work toward ASA certifications, including:
ASA 101
Basic Keelboat Sailing
ASA 103
Basic Coastal Cruising
ASA 104
Bareboat Cruising
Note: ASA 101 is a prerequisite for 103, and ASA 103 is required for 104. Most families complete ASA 101 + 103 or 103 and 104, depending on their previous experience.
What's Included In Your Family Sailing Lessons
When you choose our family sailing lessons, you get:
7-day liveaboard yacht (catamaran or monohull)
ASA-certified instruction (if desired)
All sailing-related fees
Provisions for onboard meals
Support with travel planning (flights not included)
The only excluded meals are those you choose to enjoy at restaurants onshore.
Where Can You Sail?
Choose from seven top-tier destinations:
British Virgin Islands
Croatia
Madeira
Tahiti
Greece
St. Martin
Who Teaches the Courses?
We train all Sailing Virgins instructors through our own Instructor Academy. They do not just teach sailing. They teach it in a way that works for families, kids, and complete beginners.
Our instructors bring real offshore experience and a calm, encouraging approach. They guide you through the week step-by-step while helping you grow in skill and confidence.
Set Sail On Your Family Adventure
Our family sailing courses book up fast, especially during school breaks. Set sail on a new adventure and reconnect with those you love most. Make memories and build skills that you’ll use on and off the water.
Summer and winter breaks fill quickly, so booking early helps lock in your first-choice dates and destination.
FAQs About Our Family Sailing Lessons
ㆍDo we need previous sailing experience?
Not at all! Our courses start from scratch and build your skills step-by-step.
ㆍIs sailing safe for kids?
Safety comes first! Our instructors are trained in child safety with appropriate life jackets for all ages.
ㆍDo you book our travel arrangements?
While we don't book your travel, we provide detailed guidance.
ㆍAre these your own boats?
We use modern, well-equipped boats that are selected for their suitability for training and performance sailing. After you book, we will send you three date options based on your availability and assist you in choosing the right boat for your course.