Intro to Sailing

2 Hours • Family Friendly (Ages 5+)

by The WaterFront Center· Oyster Bay, NY★ 4.5 · 63 reviews on tripadvisor
From$150
Group sizeMaximum 4 attendees per boat
Ages5+

What to Expect

Explore Oyster Bay Harbor on a relaxed two-hour Intro to Sail led by a certified sailing instructor. Designed for inexperienced sailors or families seeking a peaceful cruise, this small-group experience carries up to four guests aboard a reserved boat. Participants can learn basic sailing skills from the instructor while the crew handles the lines. It’s an easygoing way to try sailing and decide if you’d like more instruction or longer outings in the future.

Includes

Boat reservation
Instruction from a certified sailing instructor
Space for up to four passengers
Life Jacket

Restrictions

Children aged 5–17 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Ages 18 and up may attend unaccompanied.

Duration

2 hours

Address

1 West End Avenue, Oyster Bay, NY, 11771

Pricing

Boat Reservation · Up to 4 sailors • Ages 18+ • Ages 5-17 must be accompanied by an adult$150

Prices are typical; see the booking calendar for live availability and rates.

Cancellation Policy

Intro to Sailing Cancellation Policy

  • For any cancellations or rescheduling questions please contact the Program Coordinator at [email protected] or (516) 922- 7245

General Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations outside two weeks of the scheduled date will receive a refund (not including the processing fee).
  • Cancellations within two weeks, but not within three days (72 hours), of the scheduled date, may reschedule but will not be refunded.
  • Cancellations within three days (72 hours) of the scheduled date, will not receive a refund or the opportunity to reschedule.

Weather Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations due to imminent and potentially dangerous weather are at the sole discretion of The WaterFront Center.
  • The WaterFront Center reserves the right to cancel any reservation due to the threat of imminent and potentially dangerous weather up to, and at any time during, any scheduled sail or rental time.
  • In the event of a weather cancellation by The WaterFront Center, you may choose a refund (not including the processing fee) or reschedule your appointment. The WaterFront Center will first issue a gift card credit to expedite the rescheduling process. If you wish for a refund (not including the processing fee) please contact our booking staff with your booking and gift card information.
  • In the event of a 30 minute or more weather delay by The WaterFront Center, you may choose a refund (not including the processing fee) or reschedule your appointment. Delays less than 30 minutes may only choose to reschedule your appointment.
  • No-shows will forfeit their ability to reschedule or receive a refund.

Please visit our Frequently Asked Questions Page for exceptions for specific programs.

If you have any questions please contact [email protected] or call (516) 922-SAIL [7245]

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