Learn to Sail at Vallejo Yacht Club

Vallejo Yacht Club invites all aspiring sailors, children or adults, to join our Learn-to-Sail program. This popular program includes various levels of instruction from dinghy to keelboat with all classes conveniently located at the Vallejo Yacht Club. Instructors are experienced sailors with US Sailing Association certifications and are members of the club who volunteer their time to help keep the cost as low as possible. They are committed to introducing everyone to this exciting sport by emphasizing and encouraging fun and safety on the water.

You don’t have to be a member to participate in our Learn-to-Sail program, but we hope you decide to join!

Please review the information before submitting your application with the link at the bottom of the page.

The Boats

Beginning sailors enjoy learning on our Laser Pico sailing dinghies. Fast, fun, and stable, these 11′ rotomolded boats make excellent trainers for beginning to intermediate sailors. Our fleet includes El Toros and Hunter Club Trainers to refine beginning sailing skills, and seven 14’ Lasers for the intermediate sailor. Fun on the water awaits at Vallejo Yacht Club.

Before Signing Up

Each participant must be age 9 or older and be able to swim 25 yards independently.

What You Bring

  • An enthusiastic and cheerful attitude

  • A hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, and kneepads (optional)

  • A change of clothes (expect to get wet)

  • A Type III Personal Floatation Device (PFD)

A hot dog or hamburger lunch is available to purchase for $5, or you can bring your own lunch.

Class Schedule

There are two sessions, one 6-day session and a weekend only session for those who have to work during the week. If we have enough interest, we may schedule another session later in the summer.

Session 1 Weekdays: June 26 to June 30 and July 3, 9 AM to 3 PM

Session 2 Weekends: June 24-25, July 1-4, 9 AM to 3 PM (This session includes the July 4 holiday.)

Learn to Sail Tuition

Individual Plan: $200

Family Plan: $175 per person (2 or more immediate family)

A few scholarships are available for local Vallejo City Unified School District students grades 4 through 12. Please email manager@vyc.org to inquire about a scholarship.

Sign Up

Reserve your spot today using the form below, then bring check or cash for tuition on the first day of class. (Credit cards are accepted with an additional convenience fee.) If you are signing up under the Family Plan, please submit a form for each person signing up. Let’s go sailing!