Best Sailing Lessons in Orlando | American Sailing – Keelboat 1 Course

3 Days

Learn to Sail & Earn Your American Sailing Keelboat 1 Certification!

Ready to finally learn how to sail? Earn your American Sailing Keelboat 1 Certification with hands-on sailing lessons in Orlando, taught by certified instructors at Lake Fairview Marina. This comprehensive 15-hour course is designed for beginners and covers everything from sailboat handling and safety to knot tying, docking, and sailing terminology.

Lessons take place over two or three days aboard a Com-Pac 16 or Com-Pac 23—perfect for learning the ropes on a small keelboat. Upon completion, you’ll become a more confident sailor and receive an official American Sailing certification, recognized at sailing schools and charter companies across the country.

Classes run seasonally October through May.

CALL Lake Fairview Marina to SCHEDULE (407) 295-0117

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Sailing Lessons in Orlando | American Sailing Keelboat 1 Course
Best Sailing Class in Orlando

Sailing Lesson Details | Keelboat 1 Course

  • Learn from Certified American Sailing instructor
  • 3-days (15-hours) of hands-on sailing instruction
  • Includes boat rental (Com-Pac 16 or 23)
  • Course covers official American Sailing Keelboat 1 certification fees
  • ASA logbook available for additional fee

Group Classes start at $475 per person. Classes hold up to 4 students. Book a private class for $1,000 for up to 2 people. ($400 for each additional student)


 Call (407) 295-0117 or email us at crew@lakefairviewmarina.com to schedule a sailing lesson.
Ask for Instructor Dan when you sign up!

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Not Ready to Enroll in Sailing Lessons?

Do you want to learn the basics of sailing but aren’t quite ready to commit to formal sailing training? Not to worry! Signing up for a day sail with Sailing Orlando is a great way to get a taste of sailing. Join us for a 2-hour private day sail with an experienced sailor aboard our 25-foot MacGregor sailboat.

Learn some of the fundamentals of sailing while having a fun day on the water! Guests can participate as little or as much as they want, whether it’s to help trim the sails or to take the helm. Guests can help steer or pull lines when raising and lowering the sails. Click Here to learn to book a 2-hour private sailing tour.

Includes/Excludes

Class Includes:

  • ASA Certified Instructor
  • Small Class setting for individualized learning
  • Sailboat Rental for the class
  • Course materials
  • Log Books (available for additional fee)
  • Certification Fee

Not Included:

  • Food and beverage. Bring water!