Learn to sail with 3rd Coast Cruising and take comfort in the knowledge that your lessons will be taught by our highly-trained USCG Captains/Certified Instructors who have over 100 years of combined sailing experience. And in this case, size does matter. That's why all the boats in our fleet are at least 30 feet in length, providing you with more room, comfort, and stability. Our hands-on classes can be tailored to accommodate a wide range of experience from the students who are brand new sailors to the boat owner who would like some experience in Heavy Weather Sailing. Our Never Stop Learning approach is perfect for the intermediate to advanced sailor.
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We Have a Variety of Sailing Options For You To Choose From Below:
Lesson Packages, Unlimited Monthly, Season Pass (Ultimate Unlimited), Private Cruise, Weekender Package along with our Brand New Extreme Sailing Package (For experienced sailors only, call or email to see if you qualify)
Save Money with our 5, and 10 pack lessons.
The Lighthouse Package - 5 lessons, 3 hours each = $400
The Explorer Package - 10 lessons, 3 hours each = $700
1 Basic Sailing Class - Learn the essential skills to sail a 30-foot sailboat.
3-hour class meets 1 time (3 hours total). $150
Unlimited Monthly Sailing* - Unlimited access to our sailing classes and club for 30 consecutive days. $700
Season Pass* - Unlimited access to our sailing classes and club for the entire sailing season, May - October. $2,500
Weekender Package - Our Weekender Package allows guests to sail all weekend with the option of doing a Saturday night "Camping Adventure" on board one of our boats. 3 lessons total and overnight camping. $290
Private Cruise - (2-6 people). Spend some quality time or celebrate a special occasion with friends and family. Enjoy a casual afternoon sail or catch the sunset and fireworks display later in the evening. More than 6 people in your group? A Regatta (multiple boat race) or Flotilla (multiple boat floating party) is the perfect solution. $150.00 per hour, 2 hour minimum.
Magellan Club - Cross Lake Michigan, GPS and charting instruction, compass navigation. Call for pricing
Private Lessons - 1-on-1 or Group Classes for 4-6 students $150.00 per hour
The 3rd Coast Cruising Community is a great place to meet new people. Enrich your sailing experience by cruising, socializing and networking with hundreds of other sailors and boat owners in the Chicago area. Spaces are limited, so please call now to sign up: 1-866-Sail3rd (1-866-724-5373)
*Cancellation Policy:
*Rescheduling Fee: $50 No exceptions
*No Shows: Full Price
*Cancellations: $100 Charge
*Cruising Credits will be given for inclement weather
Note: All boats in our fleet are 30 feet or larger and meet all safety requirements outlined by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources.
