easy
2 days (approx. 6 hours per day)
Moderate fitness is recommended; you should be comfortable moving around the boat and able to handle some physical activity like pulling lines or adjusting sails.
Discover the basics of keelboat sailing with a two-day class in Marina del Rey, California. Learn to skipper a Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 with expert guidance and small group instruction.
Choose shoes with good grip to keep steady on the boat deck and avoid slipping.
Protect your skin and the marine environment by using reef-safe sunscreen during your time on the water.
Bring a water bottle to stay hydrated, especially on sunny days out on the bay.
Weather can change throughout the day, so bring light layers to adjust for cool ocean breezes or warmer sun exposure.
Marina del Rey is the largest man-made small craft harbor in North America, developed in the 1960s to support recreational and commercial boating.
Local organizations actively protect the coastal waters and wetlands to maintain clean habitats for marine life and sustainable boating practices.
Provides necessary traction and safety on wet boat decks.
Protects against cool ocean breezes and sudden weather changes.
spring specific
Reduces glare off the water for better visibility and eye protection.
summer specific
Keeps you hydrated throughout the day while on the water.