A personalized, flexible way to learn to sail at the Sint Maarten Yacht Club
Looking for a tailored sailing experience that fits your schedule and learning style? Our Private Sailing Lessons are perfect for individuals, pairs, or small groups looking to advance their skills with the full attention of an experienced instructor.
Why Choose Private Lessons?
- Personalized instruction based on your goals and skill level
- Available weekdays and weekends
- Suitable for beginners through advanced sailors
- For individuals, duos, or groups (up to 4 people)
- Learn in the boat that fits you best
Boat Options
We offer lessons in a wide variety of boats:
SunFast 20
Ideal for learning keelboat handling
RS Quest
Great for small groups or pairs
RS Zest
Perfect for beginners; solo adult sailors, or duo youth sailors.
ILCA (Laser)
For solo sailors ready to push their technique
Optimist
For the smaller kids
Pricing
Want to save on lessons? Become a member and enjoy discounted rates on all private and group instruction.
Individual
per hour ($50 for members)
Duo
per hour ($75 for members)
Group
per hour ($100 for members)
Rescheduling & Weather Policy
- If wind conditions are unsafe, we will notify you at least 24 hours in advance to reschedule.
- Students must give at least 24 hours’ notice to cancel or reschedule a lesson.
- Late cancellations or no-shows will be charged the full session fee.
Ready to Book?
Contact Sam Peeks at sam@smyc.com for availability and scheduling.
Want to Learn in a Group?
Check out our Adult Sailing Courses for weekend-based group sessions with certification.