MidBay Sailing
Sailing School
Before you go
Hours
From the business's Google listing, checked Oct 2026. Page updated 22 October 2026.
Weekly hours
- Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Sat8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Sun8:00 am - 5:00 pm
About this business
Category: Sailing School
Our sailing charters are the perfect way to enjoy the beautiful waters while on vacation in Destin. Sunset cruises are a favorite, as are wedding parties.
A Niceville sailing school on Choctawhatchee Bay
Niceville's MidBay Sailing is a sailing school with charters and rentals on Choctawhatchee Bay. It is open daily from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. The company says its options range from introductory time on the water to American Sailing Association certification courses.
People can start with a private Experience Sailing or Experience Cruising session, then move into courses such as ASA 101, 103 and 104. MidBay Sailing describes its instruction as hands-on, with time aboard its J80s and Beneteau 331. Its website also names private sailing charters and bareboat rentals for certified sailors.
Lessons, charters and time at the helm
The school offers a route for someone who wants to learn basic boat handling, along with instruction for sailors building coastal cruising and bareboat skills. Charter guests can book time aboard vessels including the Jeanneau 389, Catalina 320 and Admiral 40 catamaran. The local sailing area includes Rocky Bayou and central Choctawhatchee Bay.
Reviewers most often mention patient, thorough instructors and practical help with sailing and docking skills. They also point to clean, comfortable boats and an easy booking experience. A newcomer can book an introductory sailing session and take a turn at the helm.
Google Reviews
We rented the Beneteau 331 for the day and had an amazing time. They were easy to work with and the boat was really nice. We plan on coming back some day. Thank you!
Cannot rave enough about our sail and our captain, Zack! We had a special request that he went out of his way to accommodate. He even ordered the perfect sunset for us! You can also tell he is very safety conscious. Do yourself a favor and skip the tiki floats for a REAL sail!!
we’re in town for a family vacation and went on a date with a jet ski rental, and nick was the best! everything was smooth sailing, and definitely recommend going out to crab island to see the fun!
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