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Summer may be over, but in Taitung, the sailing season doesn't have to end. After an incredible summer filled with sailing, outdoor adventures, new friendships and plenty of time on the water, we are already looking forward to the next season. Our Taitung Sailing Winter Camps are back for the 2026–2027 winter holidays, giving children and teenagers the opportunity to spend their school break outdoors, learn new skills and have fun in one of Taiwan's most beautiful coastal env

Seven years ago, Taitung Sailing School began teaching children to sail at Flowing Lake. What started with small boats and young sailors on the lake has grown into something much bigger, and we are now a community of sailors ready to take on the open ocean. In 2026, that journey reached an important milestone. For the first time, Taitung Sailing School organised an ocean sailing competition, the Pacific Cup: Taitung Ocean Challenge. And now, we're excited to announce that the

The Taitung sailing summer camps have officially come to an end, and what a summer it has been! From early-morning sailing sessions on the water to SUP adventures, river tracing, cultural experiences, beach games and evenings around the bonfire, our 2026 summer camps were filled with new skills, new friendships and plenty of unforgettable moments. For another year, children and teenagers from Taiwan and around the world joined us in Taitung for a summer that was about much mo

Com se sent ser la primera noia del teu país disposada a navegar l’Atlàntic en solitari? Avui, aquesta última setmana d’agost, al port del Garraf, la Yang Wei-chen s’enfronta a la seva primera regata en classe Mini 650: 500 milles nàutiques al voltant de les illes Balears —Formentera, Eivissa, Mallorca i Menorca—, sense parar. Fa només dues setmanes, des de la costa de la Bretanya francesa, ella es va convertir en la primera persona del seu país a rebre la certificació de cla

For many people, sailing feels like an unreachable sport. Unlike badminton, where you just need to buy a racket and find an open space to start, or running, where you put on shoes and head out the door, sailing requires a boat, an instructor, and a suitable body of water. It is no wonder that the barrier to entry seems high. But after so many years of teaching children at the Taitung Sailing School, we've come to feel that the truly precious part of our work isn't simply help

Sailing isn't just for kids. This July, we welcomed four adults to Taitung Sailing School for a four-day sailing course on our lake. Three participants travelled from Taiwan's west coast to enjoy some time on the quieter, greener side of the island, while one joined us locally. From Monday to Thursday, we spent three hours each afternoon on the water, combining sailing theory with hands-on practice. The group was bilingual, with a mix of English and Chinese first-language spe

At Taitung Sailing School, one of our founding ideas has always been simple: every child in Taitung should have the opportunity to experience the ocean. Regardless of where they come from, which school they attend, or their family's financial circumstances, we believe the sea should be accessible to everyone. This July, that vision took us across the Kuroshio Current once again: this time with a group of teenagers from the Taitung Family Support Centre (台東家扶中心). A Year of Lea

台東帆船學校夏季帆船營邁入第七週，來自台灣、美國、義大利與沖繩的孩子透過帆船課程、SUP、溯溪、部落文化體驗與營火晚會，在台東展開充滿冒險、友誼與獨立成長的夏日旅程。

After three years of learning together, this year's sailing program with Tamorak Indigenous School ended in the best way possible: a beautiful day sailing on the Pacific Ocean. Tamorak is an alternative Indigenous school in eastern Taiwan that places great importance on outdoor education, cultural identity, and helping students build a deep connection with the environment around them. Rather than learning only inside the classroom, students regularly explore the rivers, mount

Summer arrived a little earlier than usual this year at Taitung Sailing School. While most schools in Taiwan don't begin their summer holidays until July, we were excited to kick off our first summer camp in June, welcoming an international group of young sailors from Taiwan, Singapore, and the United States. Starting the season with students from different countries created a fun, bilingual environment from day one and reminded us that the love of sailing really does speak e

This year marked another exciting milestone for Taitung Sailing School: for the first time, we hosted a C-Level Sailing Instructor Course in collaboration with the Chinese Taipei Sailing Association (中華民國帆船協會) . The course is designed to provide entry-level certification for future sailing instructors, helping develop the next generation of coaches and supporting the continued growth of sailing in Taiwan. Building the Future of Sailing Education Over the past several years, t

Every year, at the end of June, our team looks forward to one special trip more than any other: it is time to return to Lanyu (Orchid Island). This year marks the sixth consecutive year that our sailing school has traveled to Yayo Elementary School to teach sailing as part of the school's annual Ocean Week, a tradition that has grown into one of the projects we are most proud of. How It All Began Lanyu is one of Taiwan's most remote inhabited islands. Located almost 100 nauti

Over the past year, a remarkable project has been taking shape on Taiwan's east coast. A group of Indigenous builders, sailors, and cultural practitioners came together with an ambitious goal: to build a large ocean-going sailing canoe inspired by traditional Pacific voyaging vessels. Drawing inspiration from designs shared by Guam-based sailor Ronald McFall, while incorporating knowledge from Tao (Yami) and Amis maritime traditions, the team set out to create something both

This spring, we were delighted to welcome students from Lycée International Français de Taipei back to Taitung for the second consecutive year. The return of this energetic group of young adventurers has quickly become one of the highlights of our annual calendar. Once again, students traveled from Taipei to Taiwan's east coast to participate in a week of experiential learning, outdoor exploration, and cultural discovery. This year's program was designed around a central them

For the first time ever, Taitung hosted an official sailing race on the Pacific Ocean last month, bringing together sailors, paddlers, traditional seafarers, and ocean enthusiasts from across Taiwan for a weekend of competition and celebration of maritime culture as part of The 2026 Pacific Cup Sailing Challenge (2026年太平洋盃帆船挑戰賽). With a total of 74 participants, the event welcomed athletes from Taitung, Kaohsiung, Taipei, Taichung, Yilan, and Orchid Island, creating a truly i

Taiwan's geography offers an incredible diversity of landscapes, yet many students spend most of their time within a relatively small part of the island. Last month, we had the pleasure of welcoming students from Shimen Elementary School (屏東縣牡丹鄉石門國民小學) for a one-day sailing experience in Taitung. Located deep in the mountains of Mudan Township in southern Pingtung, these students are surrounded by forests, rivers, and beautiful mountain landscapes in their daily lives. This v

During April and May, it was a pleasure to work with students from the Department of Austronesian Studies at National Taitung University as part of a unique sailing program that combined practical sailing skills with the study of Austronesian migration and maritime culture. The course brought together 10 master's and PhD students who are researching the origins, movements, and cultural connections of Austronesian peoples across the Pacific Ocean. While much of this research i

The first Taitung Inter-School Sailing Competition marks an important milestone in the development of sailing in Taiwan, particularly along the east coast. This event reflects years of collaboration between schools, instructors, and local organizations working together to create more opportunities for students to access sailing courses and outdoor activities. A Growing Sailing Ecosystem In recent years, partnerships with schools across Taitung, including high schools, junior

Looking for meaningful family activities in Taiwan? Our family sailing experience in Taitung offers a unique way for parents and children to learn sailing together while enjoying the outdoors. What Is the Family Sailing Experience? This program is designed for families who want to experience sailing in Taiwan together. Parents and children participate in the same program but are taught in separate groups: kids learn through games and intuitive activities, while adults focus m

If you’ve ever thought, “I want to learn sailing,” you’re not alone! Many people are curious about how to get started with sailing in Taiwan, but have a few common questions. Here are some quick answers to help you take the first step. Can I Learn Sailing If I Can’t Swim? Yes. You can still join sailing lessons even if you cannot swim. All students wear life jackets at all times, and classes take place on stable boats. While knowing how to swim can give you extra confidence,