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True North Sailing Center

Learn to Sail with Confidence

Professional Instruction. ASA Certifications. New York Harbor's premier sailing community.

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COURSE REGISTRATION
AGE 14+
ASA 101 Basic Keelboat Sailing
3-Day Beginner Sailing Course
AGE 14+
ASA 103 Coastal Cruising
3-Day Coastal Cruising Cours
From $895
AGE 14+
ASA 105 Coastal Navigation
4-Day Classroom Navigation Course
From $750
AGE 14+
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More Than a Sailing School

Located at Liberty Landing Marina. Sailing New York Harbor Every Day. Minutes from Lower Manhattan.

Learn to Sail

Earn nationally recognized ASA certifications while learning aboard our performance keelboats with experienced instructors on New York Harbor.

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Sailing is better together. Our club brings people together through a shared passion for sailing, adventure, and friendship. Beginners are welcomed and supported as they build confidence and skills, while experienced sailors find endless opportunities to keep growing. From skill-development sails and sunset sails to racing series, regattas, and unlimited sailing opportunities, True North is a place to sail often, challenge yourself, have fun, and become part of a team.

Explore Our Fleet

Train aboard our fleet of well-maintained J/29 performance sailboats, designed for confidence, skill development, and unforgettable sailing.

Why Choose True North

Sailing is more than what we teach—it’s what we love. Our mission is to share that passion, develop confident and capable sailors, and create a community where people can learn, grow, and experience the joy of sailing together.

Discover the Freedom of Sailing

At True North Sailing Center, we believe sailing isn’t just a skill, it’s a way to experience adventure, confidence, and connection on the water.

Located at Liberty Landing Marina in Jersey City, just minutes from Manhattan, we help beginners and experienced sailors alike discover the excitement of sailing New York Harbor. From your very first lesson to advanced certifications and club membership, our goal is to make sailing approachable, welcoming, and unforgettable.

Whether you’re looking for a new hobby, a weekend escape from the city, or the first step toward future sailing adventures around the world, True North is where your journey begins.

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Testimonials

"A great school and club! The instructors are very knowledgeable and patient with newcomers which has made the experience extremely pleasant. Whether it is to learn, race or just go for a relaxing Sunday sail in one of the most beautiful bays in the world, True North is the place to be!"
Charles A.
"I discovered True North completely by accident and am very happy with the result. Steve is an experienced sailor with a flair for teaching. He is rigorous in his approach but does it with patience and humor making it fun to learn. I recommend this school to anybody who wants to learn to sail in the NY harbor."
Pankaj G.
"Great experience with True North Sailing. I took their Sailing 101 course, including two boat trips, and found it both engaging and very practical. Steve stands out as an instructor—he’s incredibly knowledgeable and genuinely committed to helping everyone build confidence on the water."
Loïc L.
"I recently took Sailing 101 and it was excellent and fun!! The course covered an amazing amount of information. The instructor talked us through each sailing task and each student had a chance to do several different sailing jobs. I highly recommend the course."
Sally S.
"I had an excellent experience with True North Sailing School. Steve Sedlock, the owner, is amazing! He genuinely cares about his students and has created a first-class sailing school. From the moment I signed up, everything was organized, professional, and welcoming."
Evan O.
"Had a wonderful time out on the water with the True North Sailing School last weekend. I was surprised at how much one can learn in a weekend with the ASA 101 Basic Keelboat Sailing certification. Nice classmates, and friendly instructors. Definitely an experience I can recommend!"
Glenn M.
"I took the True North Sailing 101 course which provided me with a basic working knowledge of sailing as well as hands-on training and experience. I then joined the True North Sailing Club and continue to improve my skills as well as make friends and have fun. I highly recommend True North!"
Michael C.
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