Hammond Marina Sail A Way

Hammond Marina Sail A Way Multiple hands-on courses for all levels of sailors interested in sailing on Lake Michigan. The program is open to all between the ages of 10 & 16 years old.

Youth Sailing

Throughout the summer, The Hammond Marina and the Illiana Yacht Club will hold youth sailing events at Wolf Lake Memorial Park. The Youth Sailing Program uses a Vanguard pram, a single-sail boat, which supports two small children or a single youth. Participants must be accompanied by a guardian 18 years or older. The cost for a two-hour lesson (1/2 hour of instruction, 1 1/2 hours o

f sailing) is $15. Safety equipment is included. To learn more, please contact the Hammond Marina Office at (219) 659-7678. Lake Michigan Sailing Classes

Sail-A-Way Basic Sailing

Sail-A-Way is a learn-to-sail program that provides classroom and on-water sailing instruction for both the able bodied and disabled. Sailing is enjoyed aboard uniquely designed Freedom Independence 20-foot sailboats. Active students are encouraged to learn to sail independently on Lake Michigan. 12 hours of Instruction (six 2-hour lessons) plus books and materials are included. Lesson times can be reserved in advance and scheduled to your convenience. One-to-four instructor/student ratio is emphasized. Remember……..you are eligible to rent the sailboats once you complete the course and pass the Skipper Check Out. Discover Sailing
A 2 hour introduction to sailing on Lake Michigan. You get to watch, the instructor does the sailing. Re-Visit Sailing (Refresher)
A 4 hour program designed to refresh your sailing skills. Advanced Sailing
1 full day of sailing 26-foot sailboat to learn additional skills and finer techniques. Coastal Navigation
Wintertime class (classroom) based on ASA105, extended to 24 hrs to allow ample time for chart work.

Congratulations new navigator. May your every passage be safe.
11/16/2024

Congratulations new navigator. May your every passage be safe.

Pullout daySunday the 20th was uncharacteristically warm and sunny for the pullout day. Light wind and flat water made m...
10/29/2024

Pullout day

Sunday the 20th was uncharacteristically warm and sunny for the pullout day. Light wind and flat water made moving to the ramp almost a pleasure ride.
And from there, the marina staff took over. Special thanks to Brian and his team. You made it easy for us.

Correction : Coastal Navigation Class is scheduled to start on Saturday, October 26th, to continue the 27th, and then No...
10/02/2024

Correction : Coastal Navigation Class is scheduled to start on Saturday, October 26th, to continue the 27th, and then November 2nd and 3rd.

For any questions, leave a message here, or contact the office at 219-659-7678.

Coast Guard is watching over us
10/02/2024

Coast Guard is watching over us

First skipper checkout of the season.James (photo, on the left) made his steady progress, and passed on the first try, a...
09/23/2024

First skipper checkout of the season.

James (photo, on the left) made his steady progress, and passed on the first try, ahead of the competition. Congratulations new skipper!

David (on the right) handled the lines for him, and he is likely to be next.

09/11/2024
Fixing, fixing.
07/02/2024

Fixing, fixing.

Some students start planning for their Skipper checkout
06/17/2024

Some students start planning for their Skipper checkout

Open House in the RainWell elements weren't exactly cooperating last Saturday. Only the bravest and hardest souls made i...
06/04/2024

Open House in the Rain

Well elements weren't exactly cooperating last Saturday. Only the bravest and hardest souls made it. Bu t it's a start. Thank you all who stopped by. Thank you again all who signed up.

05/22/2024

Gale warning in the forecast

05/03/2024

Boats are in the water, thanks to the efforts of the Marina staff. Now it's overhaul time. Volunteers are welcome as usual. If you want to participate, contact the office or leave a message here for specific times.

Address

701 Casino Center Drive
Hammond, IN
46320

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

(219) 659-7678

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