Such and amazing experience! I've been fascinated by sailing for years but have never gotten to try it. I was VERY nervous to come on board and LEARN with a 3 hour private lesson with a few friends, considering we had ZERO experience between us. Our instructor, Amber, was so cool. She was as eager to get to know us as we were eager to get to know her, and while she let everyone get their hands on the boat's functions, she never pushed expectations or made us feel small for being novices. She would have stayed out with us longer if she could, and we would have too! Also important to note, the team was SO HELPFUL with rescheduling. When our sail date threatened heavy wind & rain all morning, they graciously changed our lesson date, giving us the best experience possible. Couldn't ask for a better, more receptive or more inviting team to work with and learn from. read more

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I just spent a great weekend taking the ASA 102 class with Atlantic Yachting. I've sailed with other organizations in the NYC/Philadelphia area and I've found Atlantic Yachting to be the best: organized, communicative, great boats and teachers, and an amazing location in lower Manhattan. I'll definitely be back for more! read more

My son Kullen who is 10 just finished up a week of sailing camp with Atlantic Yachting. This was his second summer in a row at his request. This was also the second year that we qualified for a full scholarship, which this camp would not be possible without it. This week we were greeted with the same smiling faces of the captains that we saw last year. These captains are professional, trustworthy, and responsible. My son has hearing loss, and anxiety, which makes it very challenging for him to be outside his comfort zone. Kullen would not return to camp if he did not have complete trust and confidence in the staff. I highly highly recommend Atlantic Yachting to anyone. Kullen will be returning next year and we can't wait!!! read more

I took ASA 101 with Atlantic Yachting and have done several practice sails with them afterward. I definitely recommend them whether you're interested in ASA courses or charters. They have small class sizes (there were 6 students in the course, with 3 on each boat), so we each got plenty of practice rigging and taking the helm on a J/24. The instructors were calm and kept everything under control as we navigated Hudson River traffic, made the common beginner mistakes, etc. They offer several practice sails throughout the week, with 2-4 people and an instructor on a J/24 or J/80, and I think these are a relaxing way to see the city and New York Harbor from the water and also brush up on sailing skills. The boats are well maintained and great for training. read more

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This is a one of the best city summer camp experiences - period. My son has been attending for the last four summers and the kids get to experience their city in a completely new way while learning to be observant, intuitive and work in teams. It is great physical activity outdoors guided by wonderful counselors. Kids who may not otherwise get exposure to maneuvering a boat can gain this experience through this camp. We were very fortunate to find this program and will continue to attend. read more

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We had the best time sailing with Dave and Jamie. The boat was absolutely beautiful and the crew was so nice and helpful! We sailed the south Hudson River near the Statue of Liberty with our two year old and it was such a fabulous family outing! It was even better than we could have imagined. We will definitely do this again soon and highly recommend it to all our friends! read more

Took the Basic Keel Boat weekend program and was so impressed by the daily combination of instruction and practice on the water. The instructors are top-notch: Dave & Zoe were so knowledgeable and friendly -- great teachers! With just four students to a boat, we had the opportunity to get to know each other a bit & support each other in the learning process. Absolutely recommend to anyone interested in learning and/or setting themselves up with a strong foundation to build on. It's a packed weekend but well-paced to make it fun. read more

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Dave & Eric were not only super knowledgeable, but also hilarious in their teachings! Both days never felt long at all and I was surprised that they were able to cover so much in so little time. After chalk work we hit the water and I'm so glad they were so patient as we learned the ropes (or lines haha). Being quizzed on the spot was super helpful as we got real examples of rules of the road while on the Hudson. Because of them I was able to successfully pass my ASA 101 and I'm so excited to continue my training with Atlantic Yachting! read more

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My 11 year old son just completed 2 weeks of Sailing camp and this was our second year. The crew at Atlantic yachting are fantastic with the kids; camp is laid back but well structured with the campers learning some sailing skills and having fun. The ratio of crew to students on each boat is ideal and gives kids a lot of focused attention. My son has been to a lot of different camps around the city and he comes home from this camp so relaxed and tired. An amazing escape for being in the middle of NYC! read more

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I took the ASA 101 course and felt very prepared for the certification exam. And I've already gone back to practice. Highly recommend

We had an educational and enjoyable weekend learning to sail with Atlantic Yachting! The instructors were knowledgeable and entertaining. The boats are comfortable and well maintained. Sailing in New York Harbor was challenging and beautiful!! read more

I cannot recommend Atlantic Yachting enough. I entrusted them with the final stages of my engagement proposal and they delivered to the highest standard. Everyone from Henry and Caroline - who spoke to me on the phone and coordinated with the crew - to Dave the captain and Jamie the crew mate made it such a pleasurable and amazing experience. Jamie and other crew members helped carry 600 sunflowers down to the floating dock and arranged them on the boat in a beautiful arrangement. They even pulled the boat up early as possible to give us more time to get it prepared. They hid in the cabin while my then gf (now fiance) walked onboard and once she said 'yes' they came back to the deck and we set sail for the most amazing 2 hours sunset cruise. Their boat (The Vitamin Sea) was stunning and clean, they had glasses for champagne ready to go and also plated our picnic beautifully. The ride was smooth. Dave and Jamie were great company to have onboard as well. Atlantic Yachting made the most important day of my life to-date a smashing success and I'm forever grateful. read more

I just started private lessons for my ASA101 sailing certification and I could not be more pleased. My instructor, Logan, has been incredible friendly, knowledgeable, professional, and encouraging. If you have the ability, I would highly recommend private sailing lessons because the shear amount of one-on-one instruction and practice you will receive will make you a much better sailor much faster than other ways of learning. read more

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Phenomenal place to learn the basics of sailing. The crew/coaches were incredibly knowledgeable, kind, funny, an experienced. Even when our 2nd day on the water got a little dicey due to erratic weather, I never once felt that I was out of my depth due to my captain's calm demeanor, effective sailing, and the thorough education/prep we received ahead of time. The staff was very flexible when it came to specific needs of the students, making sure we were not only getting the most out of the 101 course, but also felt safe and had fun while doing so. I've already booked my next 4 sails with them! read more

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Had a great sail with Ben. While the winds were light, Ben helped us learn numerous lessons in when to shift the jib in a tack, how to make micro adjustments when sailing into the wind, what telltales to watch, that sort of thing. And he was easy to talk to - key on a relatively uneventful weather day! read more

Took my second course with Atlantic Yachting. This one was the ASA 103 course and it was another great experience. Really appreciated the combination of teaching, encouragement and patience from all the instructors. They made the experience easy and fun. Very professional approach with a real focus on safety, learning but also sailing should be fun. Couldn't recommend more highly. read more

Had an amazing time with Atlantic Yachting on the two day group ASA 101 course. Dave and Eric (and the remaining team behind the scenes) created an entertaining, safe, and highly educational environment. They were highly adaptable to the changing weather conditions and we all benefited from sailing in calm weather near the Statue of Liberty to heavier wind conditions by Lower Manhattan. The amount of experience and knowledge I obtained through the two day course was quite impressive. I plan to take additional sessions during the summer in preparation for ASA 103. I highly recommend learning to sail with this crew, whether you are interested in developing a new hobby or looking for a fun, weekend activity. You'll leave the course with a brand new appreciation for the sea and nautical knowledge that opens up the rich maritime history of New York or wherever you may travel. read more

Second sail with the company. They're terrific from booking to the sail itself. Captain Dave is a pro!

The team at Atlantic Yachting is supremely competent but also great people... they are fun and informative and my entire family become better sailors and also have fun. Jonathan Horvath is great. read more

Amazing! The kids had the best time of their life, everyone was beyond helpful and nice I can't say enough good things about them!!!

I loved my Sailing 101 course with Atlantic Yachting. Dave and Jonathan were very friendly, knowledgeable, and engaging instructors. I'm looking forward to practice sails and continuing my sailing certification with them! read more

Having taken group ASA 101, 103, and a practice sail with these guys I feel I must sing their praises. Eric & Sean (Shawn?) were our 101 instructors to start. Their affable & entertaining teaching styles helped make the concepts super easy to understand in the classroom portion. We split off and Eric was our boat portion instructor. He was patient with everyone, and had all the answers to our questions. Soon after that, we did a practice sail with Ace. The other two people didn't show so it felt like we had our own private boat. Ace was there to assist when we needed help but otherwise let us practice tacking and jibing on our own which was an invaluable experience for us. I then tackled ASA 103 and Jonathan was our instructor. There was a ton more to digest in this course vs. 101, but over the course of the weekend Jonathan covered just about everything we needed for the exam and then some. We even got to experience refueling the boat at a marina. Jonathan's instruction style, like Eric's, was personable and approachable & he's just an easygoing guy with great stories of his sailing experiences. I opted to go with Atlantic Yachting for my intro to the sport based on their reviews, and I 100% made the right choice. You can tell the entire staff loves what they do, and that makes for an amazing time on and off the water. I can't recommend them enough. Thanks so much! read more

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I completed the ASA 101 group course, and wow what a fantastic way to spend the weekend! Completely recommend it if you are wanting to learn how to sail. read more

Second year in a row at sailing camp for my teen. She loves it. She seems to have learned a lot and now has a huge interest in sailing. The only camp she will do in the city. Did during the 2 summers of covid, health protocols followed. read more

I booked a 3 hour private sailing lesson to honor the One Year Anniversary of my father's passing. He was in love with sailing and spent every possible moment on his boat, cruising Long Island Sound and up the coast to Maine. I was very fortunate to have a perfect afternoon, a good breeze, sun and, most importantly, a great teacher. Jonathan was the perfect listener, guide, and partner for my sail. He understood why I was there and that , although I had grown up spending my summers on the boat with my dad, I hadn't sailed in over 20 years. Jonathan listened while I shared stories about my father, told me when to tack and helped me have the sail of a lifetime. read more

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There is no better way to sail the Hudson River than with Atlantic Yachting. This was our 4th time out and it's always a blast. We thought there wouldn't be enough wind for a good evening sail, but the wind came up just as we boarded taking us down the Hudson at a good clip. We always do the "3 hour tour." It's the right amount of time to hoist the sails and then settle in for some great talk, drink and food with friends. Watching the city change from daylight to sundown to nightfall while the buildings light up is exquisite. It's always a delight to see the Empire State Building lit up for a special occasion; last night was Green, White and Red in honor of the Feast of San Gennaro. The crews are always great. Last night, Dave and Thomas were our Captain and First Mate, respectively, and they could not have been nicer or more helpful in keeping our party going. Thanks, everyone at Atlantic Yachting for another great sail! read more

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I have been coming to Atlantic Yachting for years now and love the entire team of instructors. Everything they do is very professional, yet the vibe is very friendly. I look forward to the season starting every year. read more

NYC is great, I've lived here for 25 years, and I'll be here until I die. There are so many great things to do in this city, but there are a few perfect experiences that are so unique and exciting- and this is one of those experiences. You have not seen New York until you've seen it from a sailboat, and if you do their ASA 101 training, you learn to sail in a weekend. It has opened up the rest of my life to sailing, and now any time I want to get out on the water I can. It's added a whole new dimension to my NYC life. Also the teachers are great. I'm a sailor! read more

We booked a private 2-hour sailing trip and had an amazing time with Jonathan and Jamie as our crew. The views were incredible along the Hudson River with beautiful skyline views of Manhattan, Brooklyn Bridge, and the Statue of Liberty. We were even able to bring our dogs. Our group brought meat, cheese, drinks, and even Smashburger on the boat to enjoy and I didn't expect the service that went along with our food & bev! Jamie uncorked our bottles, poured us drinks, and even prepared our food for us as we got to eat on the boat while watching a beautiful sunset. It was a great time and I would recommend this experience to anyone! read more

I took the AS101 course with Atlantic Yachting, choosing it based off of reviews and location. Unfortunately our experience was fine, but wasn't as stellar as most. The good: Booking the weekend class was easy and have comparative pricing compared to other sailing outfits, even in other states. The folks I worked with on the phone to book and ask a couple of questions were absolutely fantastic, as were the facilities and boats themselves. They take safety seriously and certainly know what they're doing. The bad: Our instructor did cram a lot of info in and tried to make it fun with corny jokes and tricks to remember things. However, he certainly didn't miss a chance to give himself credit for anything, share that he wrote the test, etc. and he was out right rude to one of the people in the class who wasn't picking things up quite as fast as the others. It wasn't bothersome, the person just didn't get the book in time so hadn't read it like the rest of us. Dave was SO SHORT with him. It got worse when we got on the boat- he was an absolute prick to everyone. Day 1, hour 5, there we are, never having sailed before and he belittled every single person while they sailed ( "I don't know why you keep fighting me on the tiller"- um cuz we didn't know you were using your leg to move the tiller, we thought we were holding it steady against the pressure of the water; "I guess you know more than I do" ) - so completely unsupportive and just arrogant. The icing on the cake: Got an email a few days after finishing the course soliciting a tip for our instructor. That's all that was in it. So I just paid $600 for 2 days of a class and now you want a tip?? This wasn't a tour, this was a class. I don't tip after going to a class I paid for- no one from Pelton asked me for a tip after my teacher training class. What the heck? And for you?? HARD PASS. I hope Atlantic Yachting gives some thought to this practice but more so reviews customer service and teaching support with their crew so others feel like this is a safe learning environment and can become sailors. read more

I did a group practice with 3 other students. The practice ran from 5:30 to 8pm and was for ASA 101 graduates. After boat preparation, we had about 1.5 hours on the water sailing. People are nice and the sailing was smooth. The trip is just too short and there are too many students on the same boat, which makes it impossible to actually practice any sailing skills. During my time at the tiller, I only sailed straight and did a tack. As a sailing tour, this was great. But it is not a sailing practice as I expected. read more

My sons says "this is the best camp in NYC!" He looks forward to summer camp every year but we also tried the fall sailing and he enjoyed that as well. We will keep coming back to Atlantic Sailing in the years ahead. read more

Have taken lessons and 101 with Atlantic Yachting. Always worth it to get out on the water to see the city in a whole new way. This company is very special -- it feels like the kind of warm crew you want to be part of--where everyone is so knowledgeable, trustworthy and supportive. Solo female sailors will feel very safe and welcome! read more

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I went this past weekend to a two day ASA 101 class with my husband and we both loved it! Even though we didn't know anything about sailing, the instructors (Dave and Ben) gave a great, comprehensive, and interesting overview and made everything easy to understand for newbies like us. The best part was being able to get some sail time! There was a good 5 hours on the boat both on Saturday and Sunday each, and our instructor Ben made us feel safe but also gave us ample opportunity to practice our hand at the helm. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and patient. Would definitely recommend this company for anyone looking to learn sailing or get some more practice on the water. It was a great experience all around! read more

My son participated in another week-long sailing program with Atlantic Yachting. He had a fantastic time. Great instructors, kids and a unique experience! read more

I've been out several times with Atlantic over the last two summers. Their boats are always well kept and clean. Capt. Dave is a remarkable instructor, who always strikes the right notes with kindness and humor. He's able to let you screw up just enough to learn, always giving feedback in just the right way to sharpen your skills without crushing your ego. As many times as I've seen the NY skyline from the water, it just never gets old - always breathtaking. The opportunity to hone your sailing skills on great boats with gifted instructors is the ultimate bonus. read more

We went on a two hour sail and it was fantastic. Jonathan and Jamie were amazing, and definitely exceeded our expectations of a boat just taking us out and back. We loved it and would definitely go again. read more

My group had a fantastic July 4th thanks to Atlantic Yachting. Captain Dave and Jonathan were the most professional and fun team to sail with. They made sure that most, if not all of our needs are met and we felt very accommodated and safe. Can't ask for a better crew to watch the Macy's Fireworks with! Thank you! read more

My husband and I did the basic keelboat course last weekend and loved it. The instructors were totally professional and very patient with us beginners, but also a lot of fun - many thanks to Amber, Jason and especially to our instructor, Eric, who was a riot but is also an outstanding sailor. We're already planning a number of practice sails with them this summer. Highly recommended. read more

excellent day on the boat! the practice sail is such a great idea, thanks! our instructor Jason was great and the sail was a lot of fun. will be back! read more

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