07/31/2026
And that’s a wrap on SUMMER 2026!
Right on the Caloosahatchee River in downtown Fort Myers, Florida, the Center teaches children the fundamentals of sailing & safe powerboating.
07/31/2026
And that’s a wrap on SUMMER 2026!
07/30/2026
Mother Nature has definitely been having some fun with us these past two weeks! 🌧️⛵️
No fair throwing us rainstorms that weren't even on the radar! The Minnows gave it their best shot but had to head back to shore after about 10 minutes. The 420s hung in there a little longer before the weather finally won.
We're begging you, Mother Nature... give our 420 sailors one great day tomorrow! 🤞☀️🌬️ Here's hoping for sunshine, steady breeze, and perfect sailing conditions!
07/29/2026
Some days on the water start with smooth sailing, sunshine, and smiles... and then, in the blink of an eye, Mother Nature decides she's feeling a little extra. 🌬️🌊
Today she skipped "mild" and went straight to habanero pepper spicy! 🌶️😂
Our sailors didn't miss a beat—they stayed calm, worked together, listened to their instructors, and handled it like absolute champs. 💪⛵
You'll notice there aren't many photos from today's adventure... that's because Mother Nature was serving up conditions that were just a little too spicy for a photo shoot! 📸🌬️ Safety always comes first, so we were a little too busy sailing to stop and strike a pose.
Safe to say tonight's dinner conversations are going to include a few epic sailing stories, a couple of dramatic reenactments, and maybe just a little bit of, "You should've seen that wave!"
Another unforgettable day at Edison Sailing Center! 🌞⛵
* Not pictured are the 420s… They were busy swimming today in the river!
07/28/2026
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Looking for something different this fall? Skip the screens and head to the water!
At Edison Sailing Center, kids don't just learn to sail—they build confidence, make friends, solve problems, and spend time outdoors.
We're proud to be a direct Step Up for Students provider, making it easier than ever to use your scholarship funds for an unforgettable experience.
The best adventures don't happen indoors—they start with a life jacket and a little wind. 😉
Spots are limited, so come join us on the river this fall!
07/28/2026
Week 9 is officially the age-gap week!⛵😄
From our tiny Minnows to our High School Sailors, the sailing center is full and the energy is even bigger. One thing's for sure—we'll be tying lots of knots, cheering on new skills, and probably reminding everyone where they left their water bottle. 😂
Let the sailing adventures begin! 🌊☀️
07/26/2026
The countdown is on...we're less than 3 months away from the US Sailing Junior Olympic River Romp Regatta!
Get ready for an incredible weekend of racing, sportsmanship, and fun on the Caloosahatchee River. Whether you're chasing a podium finish, sailing in your first Junior Olympic regatta, or reconnecting with friends from across the state, River Romp is a weekend you won't want to miss.
At Edison Sailing Center, we believe the Junior Olympic spirit is about more than medals—it's about building confidence, resilience, respect, and friendships that last a lifetime.
We can't wait to welcome you this October!
Registration will open soon.
07/24/2026
Week 8 is in the books, and we're happy to report that Mother Nature and ESC have officially called a truce! 🌤️⛵
This week reminded us why we do what we do.
❤️ Watching a big brother patiently mentor his little brother.
💙 Seeing one of our alumni stop by to sail with his nephews, passing along a love of the water to the next generation.
💛 Hearing laughter echo across the water as friends learned, sailed, and celebrated together.
These are the moments we live for.
Sure, we'd love to see an Olympian come through our program one day. But our greatest goal is something even bigger—we're helping build great humans.
Young people who learn to solve problems, work together, show respect, take responsibility, and stay resilient when the wind shifts... because it always does.
The lessons learned on the water last a lifetime. ❤️
07/22/2026
Shoutout to Mother Nature! 🌬️💙
Thank you for meeting us in the middle today! After last week's "slight misunderstanding" about the wind, today's breeze was just about perfect. ⛵
Our sails were full, our spirits were high, and our sailors had an amazing day on the water. We'd say we've officially called a truce! 🤝🌊
Same time tomorrow? We'd happily take another day of beautiful sailing weather! 😄⛵💙
07/22/2026
Who's taking bets on whether Mother Nature accepts our apology? 😂🌬️⛵