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Our name is short for Norwalk Sailing School. The Sailing school site at Calf Pasture Beach has been established in the 1960's by then mayor of Norwalk -open for the public's use and enjoyment.
Since then, generations of sailors and windsurfers have sailed through weaving their stories and taking memories with them. Everyone knows us as NSS.
If looking to learn a new outdoor sport or find an iconic summer sailing program for your kid, you're in the right place.
Sign up for our sailing and wind sports courses to kick-start your journey into the world of sailing, windsurfing or wingfoiling.
Whether you're a beginner or looking to enhance your skills, our courses offer expert guidance and practical training to get you on the water right away.
Programs
We offer sailing for adults and youth, windsurfing and intro to wingfoiling for teenagers and adults We run after school and Home School group and private courses in Spring and Fall
BEGINNER JUNIOR SAILING
a series of six 1 week Learn to Sail summer sessions for complete beginner sailors ages 7+. Progressive development over the course of multiple sessions Dinghy Sailing June 22-July 31, 2026
MOREINTERMEDIATE JUNIOR SAILING
a series of six 1 week sessions focused on development of sailing techniques course for returning campers or non beginner sailors. June 22-July 31, 2026
MOREADVANCED JUNIOR SAILING
a series of six 1 week sessions focused on development of advanced sailing techniques and introductory windsurfing course for returning campers or non beginner sailors. June 22-July 31, 2026
MOREEarly/Late Summer '26 Junior Sailing Clinics
Sailing intensive, small groups only ( TBA Please contact us for details
MORERentals & Booking
Sailing Dinghy Rental
MOST POPULAR- Dinghies only Laser, FJ
- *hands-on sailing skill test required*
Sailing Tour of Norwalk Islands
MOST POPULAR- 1.5 hours tour, capacity of 2 participants per boat
Updates
Save on Junior Sailing and Adult Sailing this season with the NSS Referral Program. When you refer another participant, both parties can receive 20% off a week of Junior Sailing or 20% off a 10-hour Adult Beginner Course per referral (no retroactive credit). Request your referral code by texting 203-293-8878 with each person’s full name, contact number, and the course you intend to register for.
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'26 Season Update: NSS is preparing an exciting lineup of on-the-water experiences for the 2026 season, which is expected to be the final year operating programs at the Norwalk Sailing School site. The Updates page highlights expanded options including kayak and SUP rentals, tours and intro classes, sailing tours, sailing courses and private clinics, the Junior Sailing Program, and wind sports instruction (windsurfing and wingfoiling details to be announced). Visitors are directed to norwalksailing.org for course information and to the direct booking site (nssnorwalkct.square.site) for registration.
Read MoreCome in for kayaking, SUP, Sailing tours, rentals or clinics this 4th of July weekend Extended hours 4th of July 9-7 pm 5th of July 10-7 pm 6th of July 10-7pm
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July Sailing Camp
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OPEN HOUSE MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND! TRY KAYAKS, SUP, SAILING AND WINDSURFING
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We're a couple of weeks from unpacking and rolling out our Spring operations. Read the quick update as it relates to sailing, camp, sailboat and SUP rentals and other services.
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- 50 Calf Pasture Beach Road, Norwalk, Connecticut, United States
- Inside Norwalk Public Beach
- +1-2038521857
- hello@norwalksailing.org
- April -October 2025