Who This Training Is For
New Dragonfly 36 owners seeking a thorough orientation to their boat
Prospective owners evaluating performance, handling, comfort, and the folding system
Experienced sailors transitioning to a high-performance trimaran
Owners preparing for coastal cruising, offshore passages, or racing
Private groups seeking a tailored sailing and adventure program
What You'll Learn
Folding, deployment, and Dragonfly-specific operating procedures
Close-quarters handling, docking, maneuvering, and anchoring
Sail trim, balance, performance sailing, and racing techniques
Onboard systems, routine maintenance, and owner best practices
Safety procedures, heavy-weather preparation, and seamanship
Coastal and offshore navigation, weather, routing, and passage planning
What's Included
Private instruction aboard a Dragonfly 36
A training plan tailored to your experience and goals
Hands-on operation of the boat and its systems
Owner orientation, performance coaching, or passage instruction
Seasonal programs in Cape Cod with additional regions in development
Program Options
Dragonfly Demonstration Sail: A focused sail for prospective owners who want to experience the Dragonfly 36’s performance, handling, comfort, and folding system. $750.
Full-Day Dragonfly Training: Seven to eight hours of customized, hands-on instruction for up to six participants. Topics can include folding and deployment, docking, sail trim, systems, maintenance, safety, navigation, passage planning, and racing. $2,100 per day.
Multi-Day Adventure & Training Passages: Combine practical instruction with an immersive coastal or offshore itinerary. Programs are tailored to conditions, experience, and destination. From $3,100 per 24-hour day.
Locations & Availability
Cape Cod, Massachusetts: Available July 5–September 30 annually. Programs operate from Hyannis Yacht Club.
Annapolis, Maryland: October annually. Details and dates are coming soon.
Florida, Bahamas & U.S. Virgin Islands: Winter annually. Details and dates are coming soon.
Adventure Itineraries
Cape Cod circumnavigation — approximately 5 days
Nantucket, Martha’s Vineyard, and the Elizabeth Islands — approximately 3 days
Newport and Block Island — approximately 3 days
Nantucket or Martha’s Vineyard getaway — approximately 2 days
Maine and Acadia — approximately 7 days
Custom itineraries based on your goals, schedule, and conditions
Booking Details
Capacity:
Private & Small-Group Programs
Duration:
Demonstration Sail to Multi-Day Passage
Boat Models:
Dragonfly 36
Location:
Cape Cod; Annapolis and Caribbean programs coming soon
