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ADAPTIVE SAILING

Adaptive Sailing

Adaptive Sailing is fully integrated into Sail Sand Point’s programming.

Sail Sand Point is constantly striving to make boating more accessible to the Seattle community. While we don’t currently have many of the more advanced sailing and paddling adaptations, we would love to work with you to get you out on the water! Below is more information on what we currently offer for adaptive sailing.

Sail Sand Point hosts adaptive sailing nights in the summer! Check back in 2025 for details!

Ways to come Sailing at SSP!

Private Lessons – SSP offers private lessons for individuals or small groups interested in learning to sail or paddle. These lessons are inclusive of those interested in adaptive sailing, please include what the sailor(s) may need assistance with when reaching out to schedule a private lesson. For pricing and more information, please visit our private lesson page.

 

Group Lessons – SSP offers lessons for groups of 5 to 20 interested in learning to sail or paddle. These lessons are inclusive of those interested in adaptive sailing, please include what the sailor(s) may need assistance with when reaching out to schedule a group lesson. We are happy to host families or organizations. For pricing and more information, please visit our groups page.

 

Scheduled Classes – SSP offers a variety of camp and class options for a range of ages and abilities. We suggest reaching out to nora@sailsandpoint.org about accommodations prior to enrolling in a class to assure we can best meet the sailors needs.

Sail Sand Point staff and volunteers use a hoist to transfer a sailor into their boat.

Boat Recommendations

2.4 Meter

The 2.4 meter offers optimal stability in a single-handed boat with its 400 lb keel. This boat has been the top choice for individuals with physical disabilities for years, even making an appearance in the paralympics for many years. This can be as tactical, technical, and fast as you want it to be.

 

This boat does not require switching sides, controls are in front of the individual, and seating options can be added easily making it ideal for individuals with mobility difficulties.

 

Level: Advanced

 

RS Quest

The RS Quest is a great option for groups/families wanting to get out on the water. The sailboat is roomy with bench seating and stable making it great for a group of beginner/intermediate sailors. It can hold a max of 4 people.

 

Level: Intermediate

Hobie Wave

The Hobie Wave is another great option for groups/families wanting to get out on the water. The sailboat is simple and stable making it great for beginners. Supportive seating options can be added to this boat.

 

Level: Beginner

J24

Our J boat is a keelboat, making it a great option for groups or families. This boat doesn’t capsize with its keel, has space in the cockpit for multiple people, and the possibility of adding more supportive seating.

 

Level: Advanced

Kayaks

One and two person kayaks are an option for individuals to experience paddling. Two person kayaks are good for individuals with cognitive or physical impairments as the other person can provide more paddling and balance support. We are also able to work with individuals to provide more supportive seating options.

 

Level: Beginner