Set sail on a week-long adventure along the South Carolina coast designed for couples eager to learn sailing skills while enjoying the stunning Atlantic views. This private, personalized trip offers both instruction and relaxation in a truly memorable setting.
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Sailing Myrtle Beach
Set sail on a week-long adventure along the South Carolina coast designed for couples eager to learn sailing skills while enjoying the stunning Atlantic views. This private, personalized trip offers both instruction and relaxation in a truly memorable setting.
Sailing Myrtle Beach is a Little River, South Carolina-based sailing company offering private charters, instructional courses, and specialty cruises. The company operates private sunset and evening sails aboard vessels such as the Bohemian Blue and the Storyteller, and runs tailored experiences including proposal cruises, dinner cruises, and multi-day liveaboard training.
Instruction focuses on American Sailing Association (ASA) standards with combined courses offered for ASA 101, 102, 103, 104 and an ASA 118 docking course. Course formats include multi-day liveaboard programs for couples or pairs that cover sail trim, boat handling, skippering, teamwork, and coastal cruising. Training itineraries visit local destinations like Bird Island, Bald Head Island, the Intracoastal Waterway, and the Little River Inlet.
Private charters include a three-hour Sunset/Evening Sailboat Cruise, a four-hour Evening Marriage Proposal cruise, and intimate dinner cruises aboard a 45ft Elan sailboat featuring Low Country cuisine. Specialty trips such as Charleston passages and practice sails provide experience with coastal navigation, night sailing, and logkeeping.
Safety and seamanship are emphasized through hands-on instruction and practical dockside and underway training. Boats used accommodate couples, small groups, and students pursuing ASA certification. Trips are customizable to group needs and skill levels, with an emphasis on private instruction and personalized itineraries.
Sailing Myrtle Beach serves recreational sailors and learners seeking private, instructor-led sailing experiences in the Myrtle Beach and Little River coastal area. Bookings accommodate couples, families, and small groups with options for customized itineraries emphasizing safety, education, and memorable coastal experiences, and local knowledge of the area shorelines.
Tours Offered
11 experiences
Private sails to multi-day courses
Location
Little River, SC
Coastal access to Intracoastal Waterway
ASA Courses
101–104, 118
Liveaboard and docking instruction
Trip Lengths
3 hours to 7 days
Short sails to extended liveaboard trips
Reserve a sunset cruise, proposal cruise, or multi-day liveaboard course for personalized instruction and coastal memories.
Allocate extra time for relaxation
Schedule free time during anchoring days to unwind and enjoy panoramic coastal views.
Check weather conditions daily
Weather can change quickly on the coast; stay informed to ensure safety and optimal sailing conditions.
Bring a waterproof bag
Protect your personal items from sea spray and unexpected splashes during the voyage.
Pre-arrange transportation to Bald Head Island Marina
Plan ahead for parking and transit options to ensure smooth boarding.
Sailing gloves
Protect your hands during handling lines and improve grip on the boat.
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Sunscreen and lip balm
Shield your skin from intense coastal UV exposure during long daylight hours.
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Light waterproof jacket
Stay comfortable and dry during unexpected showers or breezy conditions.
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Polarized sunglasses
Reduce glare from the water and improve visibility on deck.
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