2026 Twin Cities Blind Sailing - Youth Camp, Cruising, Racin

Contact this person with any questions:

Annetta
Email - sail@twincitiesblindsailing.org

Welcome to Twin Cities Blind Sailing! We are thrilled to bring blind and visually impaired sailing to the Twin Cities area, creating new opportunities for independence, adventure, and community on the water.

Twin Cities Blind Sailing has been sailing since 2023, and we are a proud 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. We are excited to partner with Lake Harriet Yacht Club, Minneapolis Sailing Center, and Wayzata Sailing, which will provide incredible opportunities for blind and low-vision sailors to experience the freedom and joy of being on the water. With their support, we’re committed to making sailing accessible to all.

This is just the beginning, and we can’t wait to grow the program with the help of dedicated sailors, sighted guides, and volunteers. Whether you are a first-time sailor or an experienced one, we welcome you to join us as we set sail in the Twin Cities!

You can learn more about Twin Cities Blind Sailing and our mission on our website at www.twincitiesblindsailing.org.

At Twin Cities Blind Sailing, you will learn to sail at your own pace in a supportive and fun environment. With the help of a sighted guide, you will have the opportunity to rig the boat, take the helm, and participate in other sailing tasks as you build your skills and confidence on the water.

Each session will have one sighted guide on board with up to three blind or low-vision sailors, depending on who signs up for that time slot. Our goal is to create an enjoyable and educational experience while making sailing accessible to all.

•  Sailing Sessions
• Please arrive a few minutes early to check in, get your life vest, and prepare for your time on the water.
• Feel free to bring a water bottle, wear sunscreen, and dress for the weather in clothes you don’t mind getting a little wet.

Available Sailing Sessions

The sailing sessions are first come, first serve, and we ask that if you need to cancel, please contact your point person ASAP so someone else can have the opportunity to sail. The days, times, and locations are as follows:

Solo Sailing at Lake Harriet Yacht Club

• TBD

Cruising at Minneapolis Sailing Center (All Ages Welcome)

• May 30th 2026 -  10am-12:30pm - Stay an extra hour to experience what it is like to race.
• June 13th 2026 - 10am-12:30pm
• June 27th 2026 - 10am-12:30pm (Intro to Racing 12-1pm with MSC and Wayzata Sailing at MSC)
• June 28th 2026 - Sail-A-Thon Fundraiser
• July 11th 2026 - 10am-12:30pm
• July 25th 2026 - 10am-12:30pm (Duluth Blind Sailors coming down)(Intro to Racing 10am-12:30pm with MSC and Wayzata Sailing at MSC)
• August 2nd 2026 -  Cruising/Regatta with Wayzata 10am at MSC
• August 8th 2026 - 10am-12:30pm
• August 22nd 2026 - 10am-12:30pm
• September 5th 2026 - 10am-12:30pm - Last Day for Cruising

Racing/Cruising at Wayzata Sailing (All Ages Welcome) 

• May 26th 2026 - First Day of Sail.  Racers Start 5:30-8pm and Cruising Starts at 6pm-8pm
• June 2nd 2026 - Racers Start 5:30-8pm and Cruising Starts at 6pm-8pm
• June 9th 2026 - Racers Start 5:30-8pm and Cruising Starts at 6pm-8pm
• June 16th 2026 - Racers Start 5:30-8pm and Cruising Starts at 6pm-8pm
• June 23rd 2026 - Racers Start 5:30-8pm and Cruising Starts at 6pm-8pm
• June 30th 2026 - Racers Start 5:30-8pm and Cruising Starts at 6pm-8pm
• July 7th 2026 - Racers Start 5:30-8pm and Cruising Starts at 6pm-8pm
• July 14th 2026 - Racers Start 5:30-8pm and Cruising Starts at 6pm-8pm
• July 21st 2026 - Racers Start 5:30-8pm and Cruising Starts at 6pm-8pm
• July 28th 2026 - Racers Start 5:30-8pm and Cruising Starts at 6pm-8pm
• August 2nd 2026 -  Cruising/Regatta with Wayzata 10am at MSC
• August 4th 2026 - Racers Start 5:30-8pm and Cruising Starts at 6pm-8pm
• August 11th 2026 - Last Day of Sail.  Racers Start 5:30-8pm and Cruising Starts at 6pm-8pm

Youth Camps at Minneapolis Sailing Center - Register for the Blind Sailing Youth Camp by clicking the button below

• June 22nd -26th 2026 - 8:30am - 3:30pm
• July 27th - 31st 2026 - 8:30am - 3:30pm

TCBS Trip to Duluth (Max 15 people)

• August 29 and August 30 2026

To book a sail, go to the homepage and scroll to the bottom. That is where we list all location bookings. 

 To participate, there are three steps you must complete:

1. Register on this website – This allows you to book a sail time and location. Sails must be booked at least 48 hours in advance so we can ensure we have enough sighted guides and boats available.
2. Fill out the Google form – Click the button at the top of the page to complete this required form.
3. Waiver Form – You will also need to complete a waiver form for the boat club, which is a requirement for all participants.
4. Book a sail on this website - Go to the homepage, and scroll to the bottom to start booking your sails.  You will get a text message when booking is completed.

By registering on the website, you will also gain access to our forum, training videos, and other helpful materials that are currently being created to support your sailing journey.

 In order to sail, you must be 8 years old or older. 

Participation in the sailing sessions is free thanks to our partners. However, if you enjoy your experience, we encourage you to consider donating to the boat club where you sailed or to the US Blind Sailing Association to help support and grow the program.  You can also donate to TCBS.

We look forward to having you on the water—see you soon!

Across the U.S., there are multiple blind sailing groups, and this network continues to grow each year. As a blind sailor, you are welcome to sail at any of our locations at any time! We simply ask that you book a sail in advance and contact the designated point person for that location. Each blind sailing chapter’s page will list the appropriate contact to help coordinate your sail.