In collaboration with Bloomington Parks and Recreation, the Lake Monroe Sailing Association offers a variety of opportunities for those interested in exploring the joy of sailing on Lake Monroe. Please schedule your class with LMSA before registering at the Bloomington Parks and Recreation website.
Friends and Family Sails
Experience with your friends and family the exhilaration of gliding across Lake Monroe in a sailboat skippered by a skilled sailor. Bald eagle and other wildlife sightings are frequent highlights! Outings available for groups of 2 to 4 people/boat. E-mail lmsalessons@gmail.com with questions or to schedule a personalized outing.
Adult Sailing Small Boat – US Sailing
This two-day basic class or three-day certification offers a simple and inexpensive way to get started in sailing. The three-day certification requires successful completion of the skills required in the two-day course plus a successful final day of independent sailing. When completed the certification, provides LMSA members access to our community sailing program fleet of small boats. You can schedule a personal Small Boat Sailing lesson that fits your schedule. E-mail lmsalessons@gmail.com to schedule a lesson, then register for this program through Bloomington Parks and Recreation website. For questions about this program contact lmsalessons@gmail.com.
Adult Sailing Keelboat – American Sailing Association
LMSA offers ASA 101, Basic Keelboat Sailing. In this three-day class, you will learn to skipper a 20′ – 27′ sloop-rigged keelboat by day, in light to moderate winds and sea conditions. Learn basic sailing terminology, parts and functions, helm commands, basic sail trim, points of sail, buoyage, seamanship and safety including basic navigation rules to avoid collisions and hazards. Visit our page at the American Sailing Association website for more information, and email lmsalessons@gmail.com for scheduling information. A two-day class is available without certification.