Marina Del Rey

It is an exhilarating feeling to be at the helm of a boat. Whether you're a newcomer longing to learn the ropes, or an experienced mariner considering Yacht master certification, expert boating instruction is offered for every level and budget.

• Blue Pacific Boating

  T 310 398 8830    visit website    get directions
  Sailing from the Marina since 1989, Blue Pacific has one of the largest fleets in the area. Unique ASA-approved 3, 5, or 8-day Confidence Sailing Courses offered, plus spinnaker, first mate, sailing refreshers and big boat class courses.

• Blue Water Sailing

  T 310 823 5545    visit website    get directions
  Operating since 1978, Bluewater Sailing is an ASA Gold Star School, and teaches a spectrum of group sailing courses and private lessons from beginning to advanced; racing; and ocean-crossing skills development for boats ranging from 14 – 50 ft.

• California Sailing Academy

  T 310 821 3433    visit website    get directions
  Since 1964, CSA is one of the oldest, largest and most respected sailing schools, offering group and private classes ranging from basic sailing to U.S. Coast Guard approved Captain's courses. About 80% of the time is spent on the water.

• Marina Sailing

  T 310 822 6617    visit website    get directions
  Marina Sailing is California's oldest and largest sailing club, and offers group and private beginning, intermediate and advanced sailing lessons, ASA certification, power boat operation, racing, group and private instruction.

• U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary

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  Public education classroom lessons in boating skills and seamanship, sailing fundamentals, basic and advanced coastal navigation and more. They also conduct free vessel safety checks. Class schedules are available on the website.

• UCLA Marina Aquatic Center

  T 310 823 0048     visit website    get directions
  Marina Aquatic Center offers extensive instructional and recreational boating programs, including windsurfing, kayaking, surfing, rowing and sailing. Equipment rentals are available. Programs are open to non-UCLA community affiliates.