Sailing For All!
The mission of the Duluth-Superior Sailing Association is to offer the joy of sailing to the entire Duluth-Superior community, regardless of skill level, physical capabilities, or financial means.
The DSSA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that relies on membership fees and donations to run our various sailing programs. If you can afford to make a tax-deductible donation, this is greatly appreciated. We are committed to providing sailing opportunities for all!
Youth Camps
Youth sailing and water activity camps are held at the DSSA Pier on Park Point throughout the summer.
Sailing Lessons
Wheather you have never sailed before or just want a refesher, we can help you get comfotable and confident on the water.
Open Sailing
Already a sailor? Then become a member of the DSSA and enjoy the use of our diverse fleet of trainers, racers, and daysailers.
Cruise Boats
With a membership and a small day-use fee, experienced cruisers have access to the DSSA’s motorized cruise boats.
2026 Programs and Events
The DSSA will be giving Free Sailing Rides! 12pm-6pm
Come kick off the sailing season with us! Learn about all the different sailing programs we have to offer from youth sailing camps to multiple adaptive sailing programs. There will also be information on what will be new for the 2026 season. The Duluth Yacht Club will be running a step aboard program at the pier for those who are interest in seeing a couple of their 30 foot racing boats and how to get involved with Duluth Yacht Club racing!
Location: DSSA Sailing Pier 5025-5041 Minnesota Ave, Duluth, MN 55802
Duluth Blind Sailing is a new program that started in 2025. We partner with Lighthouse Center for Vital Living, Twin Cities Blind Sailing Club, and US Blind Sailing. Duluth Blind Sailing sails every other Thursday evening starting June 18th to September 10th 5:30pm-8pm. We have proper equipment to handle most needs. The DSSA has a variety of vessels that we use for our adaptive sailing programs that cater to new and experienced sailors! Dates are also located on our pier calendar.
This season we are offering group adult cruise boat lessons. The course is one day from 9am-3:30pm with a 30min lunch break. The goal of this course is to be checked off to use our cruise boats and for you to feel comfortable/confident to operate the cruise boat fleet. You will need prior sailing experience to sign up and it will be required that you have sailed several times leading up to the course. The course fee is $180 for annual members or $220 for non-annual members. Contact the Waterfront Director to sign up or if you have any questions. The course material will be our Cruise Boat Evaluation Form. Each Saturday or Sunday is its own course.
Saturday June 20th 9am-3:30pm – $180 for annual members – $220 for non-annual members
Sunday July 12th 9am-3:30pm – $180 for annual members – $220 for non-annual members
Saturday August 15th 9am-3:30pm – $180 for annual members – $220 for non-annual members
Sunday September 20th 9am-3:30pm – $180 for annual members – $220 for non-annual members
Adult Beginner Sailing Course #1 (Consists of three Monday evenings June 15th, 22nd, and 29th 5pm-8pm).
Adult Intermediate/Beginner Course #2 (Consists of three Monday evenings July 13th, 20th, and 27th 5pm-8pm).
Pricing is the same for both Course #1 and Course #2. Price includes all nine hours of sailing instruction. With Annual DSSA Membership Total: $180. Non-Annual Members Total: $240
Call or Email the Waterfront Director to sign up for courses or if you have any questions.
Pier Calendar
Use our calendar to see open sailing hours and check for pier closings due to weather or events.
- 2026 Open Sailing Starts June 8th! Week Days 2pm-8:30pm, Weeks Days during youth camp sessions 4:30pm-8:30pm. Saturdays from June 13th – August 15th 2pm-8:30pm, Saturdays from August 22nd – October 17th 10am-4:30pm.
- Open Sailing will close an hour early if no boats are on the water at that time.
- The pier will close in inclement or unsafe weather conditions. Last minute closures will be posted on our Facebook and Instagram pages along with being indicated on our pier calendar.