Beginner from Boca Raton, FL

[Sunny_Steph]

Hi! I'm new to sailing, but I am a quick learner and a strong, hard worker. I've been reading tons of books and watching videos on sailing and I would love to spend some time on a boat. I'm definitely going to take ASA classes, but I would like to get some hands-on experience first so I can get the most out of the classes. What is the best way to meet local sailors and get some experience?

[onestepcsy37]

A bit south of you, but Hillsboro Inlet Sailing Club in Pompano Beach would be a good place to start. Not a snooty expensive yacht club.

[Island Time O25]

Originally Posted by onestepcsy37

A bit south of you, but Hillsboro Inlet Sailing Club in Pompano Beach would be a good place to start. Not a snooty expensive yacht club.

Looks like their site is down due to expired registration with their web host. ((

[onestepcsy37]

Try www.hisc.org
They're alive and well...

[GordMay]

Greetings and welcome aboard the CF, Steph.

[HappyMdRSailor]

Welcome to CF Steph!

As been mentioned, a sailing club is one of the best ways to get more active... They're usually chock full of those who want to help people new to sailing... Look around for a few... The other way is as you've done, list as crew available... You just may run into the right combo that you click with... Good Luck!

[SkiprJohn]

Aloha and welcome aboard!

[Steadman Uhlich]

Howdy!
It sounds as if the Sailing Bug has bitten you!

Books and videos can help give one some knowledge of terms and principles.

Going sailing with someone will give you a "feel for it."

Taking a class with a good instructor will give you a chance to learn skills, practice them with supervision, ask "dumb" questions without fear (as everyone is a student) and gain confidence.

I think taking a class or lessons (private or group) with a good instructor will help more than just taking a ride on a boat.

Have fun sailing!

[chuckr]

greetings amd welcome to the forum. take a look at single sailors of south florida. there are some nice folks there and good sailors.

[cerrsls]

Hello Sunny Steph - This kind of bug is a GOOD thing! 2 experienced female sailors headed to Boca for a familial visit on 1/21/15. Staying in Hillsboro. Happy to share sailing knowledge and looking to hitch a ride and crew for folks looking to do some some day sailing. Do you have any contacts for a sailing vessel? I'm looking for connections. I have ASA certs: Basic Keelboat, Coastal Cruising and Bareboat Charter.


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