Your 3rd Coast Sailing Path
  Welcome to 3rd Coast Cruising—Chicago’s #1-Rated Sailing School!
  

Tell us a little bit about yourself so we can help tailor your first sail and point you toward the right sailing path — whether you’re here for fun sunset sails, learning with a partner, building confidence on the water, future charters, or just testing the waters. The more we know about what you’re hoping to get out of sailing, the better we can help you get there🫡

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Please provide first and last name. *
Phone # *
Are you local to Chicago? If not, how often do you make it to Chicago during the summer. *
Tell us about any boating or water-related experience you have — sailing, kayaking, powerboating, tubing, snorkeling, swimming, or anything else on the water. Total beginner? Perfect. Just say “Newbie” and we’ll start from there. 😉
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How many future sailors will be joining you?
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Just me
1 other
2 others
Not sure
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How serious are you about learning to sail?

1 = I’m here for fun, sunsets, and the experience
10 = I want to build real skills, gain confidence, and maybe someday skipper my own boat or charter somewhere amazing

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Strictly Pleasure
Future Skipper

What days and times usually work best for you?

We sail May–October, 7 days a week. Weeknight sails are usually 6:30 PM; weekend sails are usually 10 AM, 1:30 PM, and 5 PM.

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Weeknights after 6:30 PM
Weekday daytime, limited availability
Saturdays
Sundays
Flexible / changes week to week

Ideally, how often would you like to sail?

The more consistent you are, the faster sailing starts to click.

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3+ times per week — Fast track to skipper confidence
2 times per week— Great for SLC / international license goals
1 time per week — Solid learning pace
2 times per month — Slow and steady
1 time per month — Fun/social sailing
Not sure yet — Testing the waters
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When would you like to get started?
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What is your sailing experience?  Select all that apply. *
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How long have you been sailing? *
What are your sailing goals? Choose all that apply.
From Chicago skyline sails to international adventures, your answers help us understand where you want sailing to take you.
From Chicago skyline sails to international adventures, your answers help us understand where you want sailing to take you.
Would you be interested in any of these special sailing experiences or advanced classes? These are the experiences that help turn casual sailing into bigger adventures. Select all that apply.
From Chicago lessons to international sailing adventures — this is where the path can lead!
From Chicago lessons to international sailing adventures — this is where the path can lead!
What would you love to get out of sailing — during your first class, this season, or someday down the road?   

Examples: feel comfortable on a sailboat, sail with your partner or friends, build confidence as crew, work toward skippering, charter somewhere amazing, buy a boat someday, or just have more fun on the water.
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Would you be interested in a Trial Membership to test the waters with our club?

We want to make sure 3rd Coast Cruising is a good fit for you — and that you’re a good fit for the club.

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Experienced Sailors: If you have "Skipper Experience" please provide details. (Types of boats, years of exp., longest passage, etc.)
Current boat owners only: If you are a boat owner, tell us a little about her: type of boat, where she’s moored, how long you’ve owned her, and any systems, maintenance, or troubleshooting goals you have.
  Want to unlock a special Trial Membership discount?  
  Thanks for your answers! Continue to Section 2 and take our Beginner’s Quiz. If you do well, you may qualify for a special discount on our Trial Membership package.  
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