Pre-Opti Classes

We are excited to offer our pre-opti camp for sailors ages 4-6. The Pre-Opti class is a fun, hands-on introduction to sailing for young sailors who are not quite ready for Opti Camp. Meeting Monday and Wednesday evenings from 5:30-7 PM, sailors build confidence through water comfort, basic boat knowledge, and teamwork. Led by collegiate-level sailor Coach Ella, the class emphasizes safety, skill-building, and readiness for future independent sailing. This program helps sailors feel confident, capable, and excited to take their next step on the water. 

Want to learn to sail just like your child?

We have a perfect opportunity for you and your little one to learn at the same time! We offer our adult beginner in three week sessions, with classes on Monday and Wednesdays from 6-8pm. A perfect chance to finally start that new hobby, make date nights a regular thing, meet new friends, and have a lot of fun!

We are also offering an Adult Advanced class to complement our Adult Beginner classes. If you have taken our Adult Beginner course, try this next to get your sailing to new heights.  Learn more here.

Our goal at the White Bear Sailing School is to introduce people of all ages to the lifelong sport of sailing by engaging in activities that foster the legacy, skills, and art of sailing through education, competition, and fun. We offer instruction for children, teens, and adults of all levels, from beginning sailing through advanced racing. US Sailing-certified instructors help create skilled and confident sailors who will respect others, care for their equipment, and be willing to help fellow sailors on and off the water. All of our students, whether their interest is in racing or cruising around for fun, emerge with an enhanced sense of self-reliance, knowledge of seamanship, and a solid foundation in the sport of sailing.

The White Bear Sailing School is an independent, 501c3 non-profit organization. We are located on the beautiful grounds of the White Bear Yacht Club, however, we are a separate entity, and membership there is not required for any of our sailing classes or race teams. Join us on the water!