Explore Sailing hands-on in Austin
Ready to dip your toes into the world of sailing?
A Hands-On Introduction to the Joy of Sailing
Have you ever wondered what it feels like to steer a sailboat, trim the sails, and feel the wind push you across the water?
Our Explore Sailing experience is designed to give you exactly that—three hours of real, hands-on sailing with a skilled instructor on beautiful Lake Travis—no experience required.
This is not a lecture. It’s not a ride. It’s you on the helm, learning the basics of sailing while immersed in the rhythm of wind and water. You’ll be involved the whole way—steering, trimming, and learning core sailing skills that beginners usually don’t get until much later.
Why This Experience Is Worth It
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Hands-On from Day One
You won’t just watch—you’ll do. Learn to steer, trim sails, and respond to the wind under expert guidance. -
Relaxed, Supportive Atmosphere
We keep the vibe encouraging and fun, perfect for curious first-timers, adventurous couples, or anyone ready to try something new. -
All Essentials Provided
I take care of the boat and safety gear so you can focus on the experience. Just bring weather-ready clothes and your curiosity. -
Connect with the Water
Feel the breeze, enjoy the views of Lake Travis, and walk away with new skills and confidence, not just memories.
Half Day (3 hours)
What's Included- Professional Private Instruction & Sailboat
- Snacks
- Water (bring a refillable water bottle)
- Safety gear, including auto-inflate PFD
Who This Is For
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Complete beginners curious about sailing
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People looking for a memorable outdoor experience
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Couples, friends, and adventurers wanting something different
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Anyone ready to feel what sailing is really like
Optional Learning Boost:
If you’d like to deepen the experience, I recommend the NauticEd Intro to Sailing online course. It takes about three hours and pairs beautifully with our on-the-water time, allowing us to bring key concepts to life during your sail.
Ready to Try Something Amazing?
Book your Explore Sailing Session Right Now and discover why so many people fall in love with sailing the moment they feel the wind in the sails
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What students say about working with me
★★★★★
Emily is an awesome instructor! Over my 3 days spent with her, I feel that my skills and abilities increased dramatically. Moreover, I feel my confidence grew! Emily created a comfortable, safe environment for learning where I was able to safely grow. I highly recommend Emily to anyone learning to sail or up their abilities!
Morgan
Athlete
★★★★★
Emily was great from getting the charter organized to ensuring we had opportunities to practice, improve, and hone our skills during the week. Feedback was clear, consistent, fair, and directive with suggestions and examples given for demonstrating desired skills in subsequent days/exercises. I would highly recommend NauticEd instruction to anyone truly interested in advancing in the sport and accelerating learning.
Jackie
Private Instruction & Assessment, BVI Charter