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Bayfront Maritime Center - EASE (Erie Adaptive Sailing Experience)

40 Holland Street, Erie, PA 16507

On public transportation route.

Eligibility

EASE draws participants from the entire region of PA and surrounding areas.

Hours

Meets for 9 consecutive Fridays beginning in late June and running until the 2nd week in August. Sailing begins at 9:00am with 8 back to back one-hour sessions.
https://bayfrontcenter.org/education/erie-adaptive-sailing-program-ease/

Application process

Call for more information, or visit website.

Fees

Participants pay $100 for a 4-week session (please note fees have not increased in over 9 years). They are provided a one on one sailing lesson with an experienced instructor.

Service area

PA

Description

EASE provides maritime opportunities for individuals with mental and physical challenges. Specially designed sailboats, called Hansa Dinghies, provide a safe, effective platform for sailors to enjoy barrier-free sailing. A team of highly-skilled volunteers, mainly teachers, volunteer their time to create a nurturing, empowering experience.

Providing organization

Bayfront Maritime Center

Designs and implement hands-on, maritime themed, educational, vocational and recreational activities for the community in a universally accessible waterfront facility.