Sail, Paddle, and Explore Nantucket Waters
Hands-on sailing, kayak & SUP rentals, and youth programs at Nantucket Community Sailing — Jetties Sailing Center
Featured Experiences at Jetties Sailing Center
From historic Tall Ship Lynx sails to toddler lessons, rentals, and clinics for all ages
About Nantucket Community Sailing - Jetties Sailing Center
Nantucket Community Sailing - Jetties Sailing Center delivers a range of on-water programs and rentals from its base on Nantucket, Massachusetts. The organization operates a mix of educational and recreational experiences including historic Tall Ship Lynx sails, drop-in youth class days, kayak and stand-up paddleboard (SUP) rentals, sailboat rentals, toddler and youth private sailing lessons, a Women’s Clinic, and the community-focused "Sails for Old Salts."
Programs address a broad age range: toddlers (ages 2–4) can begin with private toddler sailing lessons; youth (ages 5–12) can progress through drop-in classes, private lessons in boats such as the RS Quest and Opti, and sailboat rentals in Rhodes 19 and Marshall Cat 15 boats; older adults can join the free Sails for Old Salts keelboat sessions. Instructors guide small groups or individual sailors, and many offerings emphasize hands-on learning, confidence building, and safe time on Nantucket Sound.
The Jetties Sailing Center also supports local access: island-resident youths receive free tickets for select experiences, extending community reach. Rental options — sit-on-top kayaks and paddleboards — provide flexible, family-friendly ways to explore nearby waters. All program descriptions specify age ranges and vessel types to help visitors choose appropriate experiences. Nantucket Community Sailing - Jetties Sailing Center is positioned as a community-oriented provider of sailing education, rentals, and historic sailing opportunities in Nantucket.
Reserve Nantucket Sailing, Rentals, and Youth Programs Today
Secure spots on Lynx sails, book rentals, or enroll a child in lessons — experience Nantucket waters with community-focused programs.