Come Sail With Us

Non-profit sailing programs for kids, teens, and adults in Southwest Harbor, Maine.

  • Setting Sail Since

    1996

  • A Fleet of Over

    40 Boats

  • Dedicated to Our

    Community

Learn more about our past 30 years on the water and in the community as we look ahead towards the next generation of MDI community sailing.

The past 30

Our History

The next 30

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Our Programs

  • Junior Programs

    Junior Programs

    A safe, welcoming, and comfortable setting for youth to discover the joys of sailing, both recreational and competitive.

  • Adult Programs

    Adult Programs

    Learn-to-sail classes, private lessons, and sailboat usage programs offer opportunities for adults and families at any level.

About MDI Community Sailing Center

Since 1996, MDI Community Sailing Center has been a place where people of all ages come together to learn, explore, and connect on the water. We provide maritime education and sailing instruction for residents and visitors of Mount Desert Island and the surrounding coastal communities, creating a welcoming space to build skills, confidence, and a lifelong connection to the sea and each other.

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