The Power of Healing Through Wind, Sea and Sky
We are a dedicated maritime organization committed to serving veterans, first responders, and others who have faced trauma and stress-related challenges. Our mission is to provide a unique path towards regaining a sense of identity, value, and emotional equilibrium by Francisco Bay. Amidst the wind, sea, and sky, individuals discover camaraderie, joy, and renewal in a naturally therapeutic environment.
Taking now guest sailors who are impacted by Parkinson’s and related neurological diagnosed health challenges. Program invites medical clinics, physicians and patients themselves to contact us and come sailing with our program, whether you’re a veteran, or not. Organizing this program to start in late July, 2025 and be a pilot program this fall., 2025.
Exciting News from Transformational Sailing!
Transformational Sailing Embarks on New Season with Blue Mind Affiliation
Transformational Sailing is thrilled to announce exciting new developments as we launch into the upcoming sailing season! We are deepening our commitment to community and well-being through impactful affiliations and expanded programs, including a new collaboration with the Blue Mind movement and the Presidio Uniformed Services Foundation. This season, we are particularly excited to extend our transformative sailing experiences to the families of Travis Air Force Base, alongside other veterans, active-duty military personnel, and first responders.
The core of this initiative lies in the recognized therapeutic benefits of being on the water – the “Blue Mind” effect – which promotes mental wellness, stress reduction, and a profound connection with nature. We believe in the power of sailing to heal and build resilience, and we are eager to share these experiences with those who serve and have served our communities.
Join us for Afternoon Sails to Support our Fundraising Project
Sailing Excursion on Tomales Bay - All Aboard!
Mark your calendars for an unforgettable sailing excursion on Tomales Bay in Marin County this August! We are proud to launch our proposed program with a small sail trailer and our 17-foot Montgomery sailboat. Everyone is invited to join us and experience the joy of sailing in the picturesque waters of Tomales Bay. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to embrace the beauty of nature and sail away with us!
Sailing for Stress Resilience and Team Building
At Transformational Sailing, we are committed to expanding our programs to benefit various groups. We are currently developing a new program in collaboration with medical providers to work with medical groups. This upcoming initiative will focus on stress resilience and team building through the therapeutic power of sailing. We aim to create a safe and empowering environment for individuals to rejuvenate and build resilience. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting program!
Join us at Transformational Sailing as we navigate the waters of transformation, healing, and resilience. Together, we can make a positive impact and change lives through the power of sailing!
Transformational Sailing Featured in Press Democrat Article
“Sea Changes” by Andrea Granahan offers an excellent view of the efforts Transformational Sailing invests into helping veterans, cancer patients and others suffering trauma or PTSD related stresses through the positive experiences that sailing can offer.
Testimonials
Sailing with Transformational Sailing
I went sailing with the Transformational Sailing crew this weekend and found it to be both a challenging and rewarding experience. I met new people and enjoyed the instant camaraderie. I’m a veteran and have PTSD and social phobias and this was a good opportunity for me to integrate and become more comfortable around new people. I found it to be very positive and I am grateful toward Tim and the crew for this wonderful way to help us all. Thank you Transformational Sailing!
D. Slayton
USMC 68-70
R. Geidl
US Navy
It was Another Spectacular Day for Me
It was another spectacular day for me going sailing with you. I can’t thank you enough. I didn’t have a clue how much of ‘me’ had slipped away into some cold stoic place. If one forgets who they are (which I did) they can forget their worth as a human being. I don’t think I could have found better therapy, or recovery team than what you have given me. I truly believe that you have taken on a project that will very quickly gain a life of it’s own… one with remarkable restoring healing properties. I look forward to next time.
Our Mission
Transformational Sailing is here to serve veterans and others facing stress-related challenges resulting from wartime experiences by providing a way for them to regain their sense of identity, their sense of value and their emotional equilibrium.
We take them sailing on San Francisco Bay where they experience camaraderie, joy, and renewal, in the natural healing environment of the wind, sea, and sky.
In the course of these trips, completely away from their day-to-day environment, they develop teamwork, as they learn sailing principles and relearn to communicate as they participate as a team in the operation of the boat. They relax and open up to new friendships and support in nonjudgmental and non-threatening surroundings in which they learn to succeed again.
Having been disconnected from friends, family, civilian work and career and having lost a sense of their place in society, and in some cases their identity, this experience helps them to reconnect with those essential aspects of life and begin the rebuilding and normalizing process they so desperately need.
Our Vision
Our Vision focuses around the goal of Assisting veterans and others with trauma who are disconnected from friends, family and normal living to reconnect with those essential elements of life.
We also want provide stress-management coaching and help them to recover and re-discover life skills of self-confidence, communication, working with others, and leading them to re-integrate into society.
Establish a regular schedule of sailing activity in a context of physical activity, open communication and reliance upon others.
Present introductory sailing instruction in order for the participants to develop a set of skills that permits them to achieve success as they undertake tasks as part of a team.
Provide a climate that encourages safe discussion, mutual support and regeneration.
Through collaborative relationships with therapists, agencies and organizations, establish a referral process to identify and invite prospects who may benefit from the program.
Donate
We are a self-funded organization; an all-volunteer effort and we invite you to take an interest in our program. Your donation will make a difference. Our outreach to the community is well underway.
Since all labor is volunteered, we are now seeking funding for operational costs including increased liability insurance, monthly dock fees, boat maintenance and insurance-required boat upgrades. Whatever you can do, your contributions attest to the heart of a nation that continues to support those who serve this country as well as those suffering through illness and trauma.
For more information about donating to Transformational Sailing please send inquiries to: ecoearthyacht@gmail.com
Our Sailing Boat
35 ft pilothouse sloop, the SV Blue Anima.
Our Partner
Sonoma County Vet Connect
Members of
Presidio Yacht Club
The Club having military heritage has a strong tradition of camaraderie. As a member of the Pacific Inter-Club Yachting Association enjoys membership benefits with other Bay Area yacht clubs.
New Boat Coming
Targa 9.6 with a 32 ft sloop, center cockpit and aft cabin. The boat will be ready to charter by August 2025.
Become a Volunteer
Volunteers are a vital part of Transformational Sailing. Whether they volunteer their time for helping with the actual sailing, or maintaining the boat, or helping with administration, volunteers are appreciated and recognized. If you have an interest in helping this program to provide its services to our Veterans, please fill out the Volunteer Form: