Sailing Lessons in SF for 51% Off

Today’s Groupon is  a pair of sailing lessons with Spinnaker Sailing for $185 (a $375 value). Voyage to Pier 40 of the South Beach Harbor in S.F. for two midweek or weekend lessons that last six hours each and provide step-by-step guidance from ASA-certified sailing instructors. Must be 16 or older, valid only for basic keelboat sailing I classes.

Not familiar with Groupon?  Here’s how it works: Every day there is a new deal available, but it’s only good for a day. (On Fridays, you have extra time to take advantage of the deal: most of those deals are available through Sunday at midnight.)

Though you’re essentially buying coupons at a discount, they’re called Groupons because a minimum number of people need to buy them in order for everyone to get the deal. If the deal doesn’t “tip,” then you don’t get the deal; your credit card won’t be charged. Sadly, the nearest “Groupon City” is San Francisco, although they  occasionally post Wine Country deals.  You’ll find Groupons for restaurants, health & beauty treatments, entertainment venues,  etc., though I usually only mention them if they’re in our neck of the woods or are unusual enough to make it worth the trip (or if they amuse me in some way). If you frequently eat out or get mani-pedi’s in the city, you might want to click over and subscribe directly. Oh, and there’s often a side deal, so if the main deal doesn’t interest you, scan the right side of the page for “Today’s Side Deal” to see what else is available.

FYI–I’ve linked you to my Groupon affliate page. Translation: If you buy a Groupon within 72 hours of clicking on the link, and it’s the first time you’ve bought a Groupon, I’ll receive a small credit toward a future Groupon. If you’re going to buy your first Groupon ever and feel like sending a little love my way, use the link. Otherwise, just go to Groupon.com. Thanks!