Try Sailing!
AdultSail.org is a pilot program of the Flying Scot Sailing Association. Our goal is to help build Flying Scot sailing by introducing adult sailors the sport of sailing by offering a fun introductory sailing experience that will keep you coming back. FSSA connects prospective sailors with experienced skippers by helping to promote free introductory sails at local regattas. A regatta offers an amazing open house atmosphere and helps showcase the fun and fellowship that makes Flying Scot sailing such a fun attraction. FSSA also helps connect prospective sailors with local fleet captains who are looking to introduce new sailors to Flying Scot sailing at their local sailing clubs.
Regatta Rides
Glow in the Dark Regatta - Friday Sep 13 (6pm) - Clinton Lake, IL (Learn more and Register Here)
Connect with Local Fleet Captains
Lake Decatur (IL) - Free instruction and coaching available for recreational racers. Click here to learn more.
The 19' Flying Scot Sailboat is fun daysailor with a huge race following. It offers the perfect balance of performance and stability. It is typically raced with a team of 2-3 but can comfortably fit the entire family for a fun day on the water.
The Flying Scot Sailing Association (FSSA), founded in 1959, is one of the largest and strongest one-design sailing class associations in the world. To learn more about FSSA, please visit class website at fssa.com
Getting on a sailboat is easy. See below for our regatta schedule and come join us our guest. One of our experienced racers will take you and up to 3 other adults out for a fun sail. Or connect with a skipper at one of the below sailing venues and schedule a ride.
SailboatInstructor.com offers online learn to sail courses featuring the Flying Scot sailboat. Start learning today and be sure to complete the quick and free Crew Safety Certification course before taking your first sailboat ride.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Adult Sail is a pilot program of the Flying Scot Sailing Association.
FSSA helps grow Flying Scot sailing by prospective sailors with experienced skippers by promoting free sailboat rides at regattas and connecting prospective sailors with local Fleet Captains who are willing to introduce new sailors to Flying Scot sailing at their club.
FSSA promotes Adult Sail opportunities by advertising Adult Sail opportunities through the Adult Sail Facebook page.
FSSA supports local fleet builders by providing a best practices guide and hosting regular live streams to share best practices and discuss new ideas.
FSSA allows local regatta organizers and fleet coordinators the freedom to design their sailing experience and help develop new best practices.
Free rides are offered by individuals on privately-owned and privately-insured Flying Scots or club-managed and club-insured Flying Scots.
Local regatta organizers and ride coordinators will provide life jackets, which must be worn at all times while on the dock and on the sailboat.
All participants must complete a short Crew Safety Certification Course offered through SailboatInstructor.com.
This program is administered on a volunteer basis by fleet building enthusiast Eric Bussell. Eric is Flying Scot Fleet 215 Fleet Captain at Commodore Decatur Yacht Club and the Racing Director of the Glow in the Dark Regatta at the Clinton Lake Sailing Association. Eric was awarded the US Sailing One-Design creativity award in 2023. Eric is also the creator of SailboatInstructor.com which was developed to provide Flying Scot fleet builders with affordable educational resources.
Regatta organizers and fleet captains who are interested should contact Eric Bussell at fleet135racing@gmail.com.
Adult Sail Facebook Page
FSSA advertises Flying Scot Adult Sail opportunities on our Adult Sail page on Facebook:
Also, be sure to check out the Flying Scot Sailing Association public group page on Facebook:
www.facebook.com/groups/flyingscotsailingassociation/