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Begin A New Adventure!

Why choose San Juan Sailing School?

  • The ONLY school that specializes in fully provisioned and liveaboard courses (two days or more)! We want you to experience the cruising lifestyle right away and know that the live-aboard opportunity (with food provided) enhances your learning potential.
  • The world's finest classroom: the beautiful U.S. San Juan and Canadian Gulf Islands!
  • Value! You’ll not find finer boats, better instructors, or a more enjoyable learning environment than San Juan Sailing, and our rates are extremely competitive!
  • Founded in 1982, San Juan Sailing School is one of the most experienced and well respected sailing schools in the Northwest.
  • Accredited by the internationally recognized American Sailing Association - Basic Sailing through Advanced Cruising and Catamaran Instruction.
  • Professional, experienced, patient instructors - people you'll enjoy!
  • Hands-on learning, small classes and individual attention.
  • Modern, fully equipped, Coast Guard approved sailboats 30' - 49'.
  • Courses begin and end in Bellingham, WA, where we look out to the San Juan Islands and are conveniently located and easily accessed by air or Interstate 5.
  • Discounts on future charters and advanced training for our school graduates!
  • Friendly, helpful staff to answer your questions and help you achieve your sailing goals. We’re all sailors here and share your excitement to be on the water!

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