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ADAPTIVE SAILING

Adaptive Sailing

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

Join us for a day of fun on a sailboat at our Adaptive Sailing Day on August 22nd from 1-4PM! We are hosting free sailing sessions for people who have disabilities and their friends/families. If you have ever been interested in getting out on the water and want to try it out or have a fun evening with friends, join us for a sail and barbecue!

 

We will be taking out the J24, RS Venture and other dinghy sailboats. While the RS VEnture has rigid seats, we have structured stadium seats we can add to the other boats if more support is preferred. Reference the photos below if you are curious about how this can be set up.

 

If you are interested in coming, please fill out the Adaptive Sailing Day Interest Form at least 5 days in advance. This will allow us to organize and prepare for your sailing adventure. When getting onto a sailboat, we can bring them up to a ramp, next to a floating dock, or use a hoist lift to help transfer. If you are aiming to use a hoist lift, please bring your own sling.

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.

Adaptive Private Lesson Request
For a Free Adaptive Consultation email maisie@sailsandpoint.org!

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 scheduling, please click here. 

Number of Sailors 2 Hours 2.5 Hours Cost per person
1
$40
$50
$20
2
$76
$95
$19
3
$114
$142.50
$18

4
$152
$190
$17

 

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 accommodate prior to enrolling in a class to assure we can best meet the sailors needs. 

 

For any questions, please contact maisie@sailsandpoint.org.

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

Boat Recommendations

RS Venture

The RS Venture, similar to an RS Quest, is a roomy and stable sailboat with adaptations designed specifically for sailors with limited mobility. Our Venture features fixed,  supportive seats that allow sailors to sit securely while underway that can also be removed as needed. Its large cockpit also provides space for an instructor and family and friends to join. This boat has a main, jib, and spinnaker sail, and a variety of steering methods making this boat great for beginner to advanced sailors.

 

The Venture is a great option for sailors who benefit from additional seating and stability while still getting to participate in sailing and controlling the boat.

 

Level: Beginner to Advanced

 

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

Sailboat Adaptation Images

The 2.4mR sailboat is a popular choice for adaptive sailing due to its design that allows for easy access and control from a seated position. It's a single-handed keelboat where the sailor sits facing forward, and all controls are within reach, making it accessible for sailors of various abilities.
The 2.4mR sailboat is a popular choice for adaptive sailing due to its design that allows for easy access and control from a seated position. It's a single-handed keelboat where the sailor sits facing forward, and all controls are within reach, making it accessible for sailors of various abilities.
A seat can be added to the Hobie Wave.
A seat can be added to the Hobie Wave.
Hoists are used in our adaptive sailing programs to safely transfer individuals from their wheelchairs on the dock to their position on the sailboat.
Hoists are used in our adaptive sailing programs to safely transfer individuals from their wheelchairs on the dock to their position on the sailboat.
It's possible to add or modify seating on an RS Quest sailboat for adaptive use.
It's possible to add or modify seating on an RS Quest sailboat for adaptive use.
Hoists are used in our adaptive sailing programs to safely transfer individuals from their wheelchairs on the dock to their position on the sailboat.
Hoists are used in our adaptive sailing programs to safely transfer individuals from their wheelchairs on the dock to their position on the sailboat.
A seat can be added and strapped down to almost any boat.
A seat can be added and strapped down to almost any boat.
Interior of the 2.4mR sailboat.
Interior of the 2.4mR sailboat.
Using these foldable chairs, we are able to help support balance and core strength. These charis can be put around the cockpit space wherever the participant wishes to sit.
Using these foldable chairs, we are able to help support balance and core strength. These charis can be put around the cockpit space wherever the participant wishes to sit.
Our J-24 is a great choice for adaptation. THe ability to sit up right and bend your knees helps maintain balance and comfort. While this sailbot can tilt side to side, there is less opportunity to get wet and more space for friends or family to join.
Our J-24 is a great choice for adaptation. THe ability to sit up right and bend your knees helps maintain balance and comfort. While this sailbot can tilt side to side, there is less opportunity to get wet and more space for friends or family to join.
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