About Us
Where Confidence Meets the Water
For years, Community Sailing School has helped young sailors discover confidence, resilience, and a lifelong love for the water. Every lesson, camp, and race is designed to create unforgettable experiences that extend far beyond sailing.
Our Story
More Than a Sailing School.
Community Sailing School was founded with a simple mission: make sailing accessible to everyone while helping young people grow into confident, capable individuals.
What began as a local sailing program has grown into a welcoming community where children, teens, families, and volunteers come together to learn, challenge themselves, and create lasting friendships.
Whether someone is stepping into a sailboat for the very first time or preparing for competitive racing, every sailor is encouraged to learn at their own pace in a supportive environment.
Our Mission
To inspire confidence, resilience, and leadership by making sailing education accessible, safe, and enjoyable for everyone.
Our Impact
Our Impact in the Community
250+
Young Sailors Each Year
100% Committed to Inclusion
15+
Years of Experience
Our Values
The Values That Guide Every Journey
Everything we do is guided by a commitment to creating a safe, inclusive, and inspiring environment where every sailor can thrive. From first-time learners to experienced racers, our values shape every lesson, every adventure, and every connection we build on and off the water.
Inclusive Community
We create an environment where every sailor feels valued and supported.
Character Through Sailing
We create an environment where every sailor feels valued and supported.
Safe & Supportive Learning
We create an environment where every sailor feels valued and supported.
Pathway to Progress
We create an environment where every sailor feels valued and supported.
Our Team
Passionate Sailors. Dedicated Mentors.
Behind every successful program is a team of experienced instructors, volunteers, and staff who are committed to creating safe, memorable experiences on the water.
Lynn Frikker, CEO
We create an environment where every sailor feels valued and supported.
John Doe, Director of Sailing
We create an environment where every sailor feels valued and supported.
George Williams, Coach
We create an environment where every sailor feels valued and supported.
Linda May , Coach
We create an environment where every sailor feels valued and supported.
Board Members
Meet Our Board
We help young people build confidence, resilience, and lifelong friendships in a safe, welcoming environment.
Gregg Kittinger, President
Dedicated mentor focused on developing confident sailors both on and off the water.
Jamie Stewart, Secretary
Dedicated mentor focused on developing confident sailors both on and off the water.
Julie Dzuiba, Treasurer
Dedicated mentor focused on developing confident sailors both on and off the water.
Our 2026 Sponsors
Join Our Mission
Help Shape the Next Generation of Sailors.
Join our community by enrolling a young sailor or helping make sailing accessible for others through your generous support.