Kids Find Out That Sailing is Simple

Words and Photos by Mike Ferring The point is clear: Learning to sail is simple. Really simple. We used to make the point every time Maryellen and I led a “Learn to Sail” class. You’ll sail today. You can spend the rest of your life honing your skills. Arizona Sailing Foundation Chief Instructor Craig Taylor … Continue reading Kids Find Out That Sailing is Simple

ASF Adult Sailing Classes ARE BACK!!

Written by Emory Heisler, photos by Mike Ferring Coaches are the stars of the show! TEN NEW SAILORS entered the world on March 8, 2026, thanks to the return of the ASF Adult Learn to Sail class at Tempe Town Lake. Gusty morning breezes at a "sporty" 10-15kts welcomed the students and volunteer coaches each … Continue reading ASF Adult Sailing Classes ARE BACK!!

AYC Open House, Sailing Clinic, and Race Committee Training

Written by Bob Naylor AYC is hosting an Open House and two classes at Lake Pleasant on Saturday, February 7. Details, including registration links and schedule, is below - hope you can join us! Click here to skip to the schedule/map Open house Beginning at 1 p.m., AYC will host an “Open House” for interested sailors … Continue reading AYC Open House, Sailing Clinic, and Race Committee Training

Reimagining ASF Sailing Class Offerings

By Emory Heisler, President, Arizona Sailing Foundation Arizona Sailing Foundation (ASF) is planning a "Reimagining Workshop", part virtual and part in person, to gather ideas and translate them into actions.  Do you have ideas for how to REIMAGINE ASF sailing classes?  If so, please CLICK HERE to sign up for the workshop team and to submit your ideas! … Continue reading Reimagining ASF Sailing Class Offerings