Brigs' purpose is to deliver challenging adventure leadership programs on board our tall ships for youth aged 13 - 18, regardless of financial background. No previous sailing experience is required - you will learn to sail on board!

Brigs is a registered charity dedicated to reducing financial barriers to adventure and personal development experiences for young people. All youth voyage fees are subsidized by 50% by fundraising, and financial assistance is available to any youth to cover part or all of the remaining fee on a needs-based basis.

Click here to find out what life on a tall ship is like! 

Brigs also offers opportunities in the spring and fall for groups, and adults 18+, to get out on the water and experience life on a tall ship. A truly unique way to learn to sail!

Living and sailing on a tall ship is mentally and physically demanding. Please read the eligibility criteria and don't hesitate to contact Brigs with questions.

Summer voyages are the core of the Brigs program. Our 2025 schedule is now live!

Every summer the TS Playfair and her crew travel through the Great Lakes.

Youth 13-18 can join our crew for one of our 1-2 week long voyages to get the full experience of living and sailing on a tall ship. No previous experience required - learn to sail on board a tall ship!

View our Summer Schedule. 

Click here to see what life on a tall ship is like, and here for our Trainee Handbook.

Brigs offers voyages for adults 18+ who want to learn to sail a tall ship. 

Register now for our June 2025 Adult Sail.