Come to the Northwestern University Sailing Center and “sail away” this summer! Whether you are an experienced sailor looking to hone your skills or have never set a foot on a boat, the Sailing Center has something to offer you. The entire Northwestern community and the general public may enjoy the Sailing Center’s easily accessible campus location, affordable memberships rates, high-quality equipment, superb sailing location, spectacular views of Chicago, and a trained, helpful staff committed to providing an enjoyable and safe sailing experience for all guests.

We are open to everyone!

Prospective sailors and windsurfers will enjoy learning from our friendly, experienced instructors who make lessons fun as well as educational. Seasoned skippers will appreciate our high-performance sailboats and sailboards. Get set for a great summer by letting us show you the thrill, relaxation, and enjoyment of sailing and windsurfing.

We are located at 1823 Campus Drive (two blocks east of Sheridan Road and Chicago Avenue), next to the southeast corner of the double-deck parking structure.

The center is open every day from May 5 to October 8, weather permitting.

2013 Season Hours

MAY 4 – MAY 26
Monday–Friday, 3–8pm
Saturday–Sunday, 11am–8pm

MAY 27* – JUNE 16
Monday–Friday, 12–8pm
Saturday–Sunday, 9am–8pm

JUNE 17 – AUGUST 11
Daily, 9am–8pm

AUGUST 12 – SEPTEMBER 2*
Monday–Friday, 12–8pm
Saturday–Sunday, 9am–8pm

SEPTEMBER 3 – OCTOBER 13
Monday–Friday, 3–7pm
Saturday–Sunday, 10am–7pm

* The sailing center will open at 9am on May 27 and September 2.