Level up your sailing skills with expert coaching from ISA Canada in Kingston. Perfect your techniques and learn racing strategies in this intensive clinic on Lake Ontario.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
Hang tight — photos are loading
This usually takes just a second.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3 days
Fitness Level
Participants should be comfortable moving around a boat and have basic swimming skills.
Wildlife
History
Kingston has a rich maritime history dating back to the 18th century, making it a fitting setting for sailing pursuits.
Conservation
The region emphasizes sustainable boating practices and environmental stewardship to protect Lake Ontario’s ecosystem.
International Sailing Academy
Level up your sailing skills with expert coaching from ISA Canada in Kingston. Perfect your techniques and learn racing strategies in this intensive clinic on Lake Ontario.
International Sailing Academy is a Chicago-based sailing education provider focused on competitive ILCA and Masters-level coaching.
Founded to deliver high-performance training, the academy offers intensive clinics, pre-regatta preparation, and regatta coaching led by internationally experienced coaches. Sessions emphasize technical tuning, race strategy, starts, boat handling, and data-driven post-race analysis to help sailors improve racing results.
Programs include short-format clinics and weeklong coaching at major events such as the ILCA6 Masters World Championships, the US Masters Nationals, and regional clinics in Mexico and Canada. Led by coaches with international regatta experience, including Luke “Swifto” Elliott and 3X Olympic coach Vaughn Harrison, the academy structures training around individualized feedback, on-water drills, and video review to accelerate development.
The academy works with masters and youth sailors preparing for high-level competitions, delivering location-specific instruction in Chicago, Kingston (Ontario), and international venues like Formia, Italy. Courses are tailored for ILCA rigs and focus on measurable performance gains, race prep routines, and mental readiness.
International Sailing Academy prioritizes safety, clear coaching plans, and transparent communication with participants and event organizers. Equipment guidance, pre-regatta clinic formats, and expert race coaching form the core offerings. By concentrating on event-specific preparation and elite coaching staff, the academy provides practical, results-oriented programs for sailors seeking competitive improvement. Prospective participants can expect structured clinics, targeted on-water training, and personalized race strategies that align with major regatta schedules. Registration details, schedules, and eligibility requirements are published for each clinic so sailors can plan logistics, training weeks, and book spots well ahead now.
Location
Chicago, IL
Based in Chicago, Illinois
Clinics Offered
5 Programs
Pre-regatta and regatta coaching
Expert Coaches
Luke Elliott; Vaughn Harrison
Includes 3X Olympic coach Vaughn Harrison
Event Focus
ILCA & Masters Events
Pre-regatta clinics and Worlds coaching
Book event-specific ILCA coaching and pre-regatta clinics to sharpen technique, starts, and strategy with elite coaches.
Check Weather Conditions
Ensure favorable weather for sailing days to maximize learning and safety.
Arrive Early
Get familiar with the facilities and meet your coaches before sessions begin.
Bring Proper Gear
Pack life jackets, sun protection, and appropriate clothing for on-water activities.
Stay Hydrated
Bring water bottles to stay refreshed during intense sailing drills.
Personal Flotation Device
A life jacket is mandatory for safety during on-water drills.
summer
Sunscreen
Protect your skin from sun exposure while on the water.
summer
Waterproof Gloves
Improve grip and protect hands during long hours on the boat.
Sailing Hat
Shield your face from the sun to stay comfortable.
summer