New York Area Sailing

Learn to Sail and Cruise on the Hudson River

Take Sailing Lessons in NYC with Offshore Sailing School on the Hudson River, then join our Offshore Sailing Club in New York and continue sailing whenever you like. Sailing in NYC so close to home and work – yet miles away from the daily grind – is the ultimate prescription for good health and good fun. It's tailor made for residents in and around the New York area and visitors who want to experience something truly new. 

“Fantastic location. A great place to learn new things and meet great like-minded people.”
Michael Cullen – Ridgewood, NJ
Learn to Sail at Liberty Landing Marina

The best city getaway you'll find!

Now you can get away without the costs of going away in an exciting, yet peaceful environment surrounded by New Jersey and New York skylines. Offshore Sailing School New York provides a variety of courses and schedules at two metro-locations: Liberty Landing Marina in Jersey City, NJ and Chelsea Piers in New York City.  

Both New York Sailing School locations are easy to get to and a whole lot of fun once you are there. You’ll sail and learn on state-of-the art Colgate 26 sailboats, marveling at the myriad of surrounding activities and the people you meet. If you want to go on to bigger boats, you’ll step aboard a Sceptre 43 and really learn the ropes of cruising sailing.

“My three-day Learn to Sail course at Chelsea Piers was taught by extremely knowledgeable and experienced instructors. Sailing on the Hudson River, there is never a dull moment . . . Outstanding experience!!”
Larry Goldberg – Oyster Bay, NY
Learn to Sail at Chelsea Piers

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Join the Offshore Sailing Club! All you really need to enjoy sailing so close to home is our Learn to Sail course. When you’ve achieved your certification, you can keep on sailing in our Offshore Sailing Club and enjoy the camaraderie of new friends just as enthusiastic about sailing as you are.

The sailing season is here and sailboats are gracing the waters of New York Harbor. Picture yourself at the helm of a sleek 26 footer - after work, on weekends, on a day off, whenever you like. When you join the Club, you get more than a getaway, you get recharged! Weekly regattas keep your adrenaline going without any stress. Full moon sails give you the soothing calm only sailing can bring. When you know how to sail, just getting out for a few hours, a half day, full day or anytime you like will change your life, truly.

“This course exceeded my expectations. I was thoroughly satisfied with the course material and our instructor was great! His enthusiasm and knowledge gave me complete confidence in going out on the boat even with challenging conditions. I look forward to getting out for more sailing now with the Club and continuing this great recreation and sport!!”
John Conquest – Stroudsburg, PA
Learn to Sail at Liberty Landing Marina

Liberty Landing Marina is in quiet Liberty State Park in Jersey City just across the Hudson River from New York’s financial district. It is easily reached by both public and private transportation including ferry service from Manhattan direct to our dock.

Chelsea Piers – the recreational heart of New York City – is at 23rd Street and the Hudson River. Whichever location you choose for the start of a whole new lifestyle – you will get the best instruction in sailing bar none, from sailing instructors dedicated to your success.

In just three days – weekends or weekdays – you will gain the skills to skipper one of our Colgate 26s with aplomb. Choose your location and give us a call to reserve your Learn to Sail course.

“After far too many years as passenger, helping-hand and chef – I pursued my dream of learning to sail. I was honored to do so with Offshore and could not feel more equipped to take on the seas.”
Kendall Allen – New York, NY
Learn to Sail at Chelsea Piers 

Courses and events you can do in New York Harbor with Offshore Sailing School
Learn to Sail
Fast Track to Cruising
Performance Sailing and Racing
Bareboat Cruising Preparation
Live Aboard Cruising
Team Building Events for Corporations and Groups
Sailing Lessons
Refresher Courses
  to learn more about courses and programs available in New York.

Or call 888-454-7015 to talk to one of our friendly sailing advisors.