Traverse Area Community Sailing

Traverse Area Community Sailing We are a local non-profit organization, est. 1994, Traverse Area Community Sailing's mission is to p Individualized instruction for 1-4 people.

Our Programs:

YOUTH SAILING - For children 8-17, the Learn to Sail is taught by US Sailing certified instructors in 8' Optimist prams, Open Bic's, Lasers and C420's. Each student is placed in a boat and program appropriate to their size and experience. ADULT LEARN TO SAIL - For the young of heart, our adult program is taught in the Lasers on Boardman lake. PRIVATE LESSONS: We offer private lesson

s on your boat or ours. ADVANCED SAILING - Aimed at sailors who have previously participated in the Youth Sailing Sessions, the Advanced Session teaches sail trim, race tactics and advanced boat handling in 1 person (Lasers) and 2 person (C420's). ADAPTIVE SAILING: Everyone deserves to enjoy the thrill of sailing, even those with disabilities. TACS RACING TEAM - For Middle and High School students who have completed the Advanced Sailing Session, looking to fine tune your skills and learn to race? Then this is the next step for you. Designed for beginning as well as experienced racers, we will practice three mornings as well as participate in local and US Sailing events. The Racing Team also provides sailors the opportunity to race as part of a crewed boat on a 17' Interlake on Thursdays against some of the best sailors in the area. FAMILY FUN NIGHT NIGHTS! - Come sailing on Boardman Lake Tuesdays and Thursdays 4-8PM! HIGH SCHOOL SAILING TEAM - TACS supports local high school sailors competing in the Midwest Inter-scholastic Sailing Association. Sailors from Traverse City Central, Traverse City West High Schools and St Francis High School train on Tues, Wed. & Thurs. afternoons (in season). The teams travel to regattas across the midwest on their quest to have fun & win a National Championship

03/24/2026

Nothing brings a team together like a little friendly competition 🎯Our HS/MS sailors gathered at War-Zone for a pre-seas...
03/23/2026

Nothing brings a team together like a little friendly competition 🎯

Our HS/MS sailors gathered at War-Zone for a pre-season night of fun, laughs, and team bonding—and it showed exactly what this program is all about:

âś” Building friendships
âś” Growing confidence
âś” Supporting each other on and off the water

We can’t wait to see this crew out on Boardman this spring.

03/18/2026

A burgeoning industry is taking root in Traverse City: blue technology. While marine technology covers traditional engineering tools for exploring and wor…

Sailors often talk about luck, but the real secret to a great day on the water is preparation, teamwork, and reading the...
03/17/2026

Sailors often talk about luck, but the real secret to a great day on the water is preparation, teamwork, and reading the wind.

Still… a little Luck of the Irish never hurts! 🍀

Happy St. Patrick’s Day from all of us at TACS!

Fun Fact Friday!đź”” Whistling on a BoatSome sailors believed whistling on a boat could summon stronger winds.Others believ...
03/13/2026

Fun Fact Friday!

đź”” Whistling on a Boat

Some sailors believed whistling on a boat could summon stronger winds.

Others believed it would actually anger the wind and bring storms.

Either way… sailors have always had a complicated relationship with wind.

⛵ At TACS we’re happy with just the right breeze!

Fun Fact Friday is Back! First one of the season... HS/MS Sailing Team Registration is OPEN!It’s more than racing.It’s...
03/06/2026

Fun Fact Friday is Back! First one of the season... HS/MS Sailing Team Registration is OPEN!

It’s more than racing.

It’s confidence.
It’s teamwork.
It’s finding your people.

Registration for HS/MS Racing is open.
Don’t miss your spot on the dock.

https://www.tacsailing.org/high-school-sailing

The 2026 HS/MS Racing Team season is officially OPEN.Middle school or high school sailor? Ready to level up your skills,...
03/04/2026

The 2026 HS/MS Racing Team season is officially OPEN.

Middle school or high school sailor? Ready to level up your skills, compete, and build lifelong friendships?

⛵ Practices start soon
⛵ Regatta travel
⛵ Team camaraderie

Register now at https://www.tacsailing.org/high-school-sailing

⚓🎶 Looking for a fun winter night out on the water?Our friends at Grand Traverse Yacht Club and Grand Traverse Yacht Clu...
02/27/2026

⚓🎶 Looking for a fun winter night out on the water?

Our friends at Grand Traverse Yacht Club and Grand Traverse Yacht Club Foundation are hosting a public Apér Sea Party with live music from What’s Up Chuck—and everyone’s invited!

đź“… Friday, February 27
đź•– 7:00 PM
đź“Ť Grand Traverse Yacht Club
Food & Drinks available!

No membership required—just good vibes, great music, and a chance to enjoy the waterfront in winter. Grab some friends and come dance the winter blues away!

At TACS, we believe the water brings people together—and we love seeing our local sailing community open its doors 💙Gran...
02/23/2026

At TACS, we believe the water brings people together—and we love seeing our local sailing community open its doors 💙

Grand Traverse Yacht Club and Grand Traverse Yacht Club Foundation is hosting a public Apér Sea Party with live music by What’s Up Chuck, and it’s the perfect excuse to get out, connect, and enjoy the waterfront together.

đź“… Friday, February 27 | 7:00 PM
đź“Ť GTYC
Food & Drinks available!!

Whether you’re a sailor, music lover, or just looking for a fun night out—this one’s for you.

02/17/2026

Address

640 Hannah
Traverse City, MI
49686

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

(231) 922-5922

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