Become a member of ASI and enjoy the wide range of opportunities our Michigan - based sailing club offers.

Benefits of an ASI membership:

  • Reasonable membership and sail pass fees
  • Large fleet of boats, both centerboard and keelboats
  • Trained mentors and US Sailing certified instructors, free practice sails
  • Both classroom/Zoom classes and on the water, hands on, classes and workshops
  • Free use of inland lake boats, with sail pass, at Kensington & Stony Creek Metroparks
  • 2 inland lake ports, two Great lakes ports, weeklong time shares up north sailing
  • Opportunity to learn boat maintenance and upkeep
  • Opportunities for racing, volunteering and continuing education
  • Family members and guests can sail with members

American sailing institute’s mission is to provide enjoyable, safe, hands-on education in the timeless tradition of sailing on our beautiful michigan lakes.

Come join us!



Please fill in the form and the ASI Sail Secretary will contact you with more information about the registration and payment details.

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    For over 30 years, ASI has built a history of teaching adult sailing classes and small boat safety courses.

    American Sailing Institute

    More info about our non-profit volunteer educational organization.

    Classes information:

    American Sailing Institute offers multiple classes at three different locations of metro Detroit area.

    ASI is a non-profit 501(C)(3) organization. Call us for information on tax deductible Donations  248-393-4280.