Your journey to catamaran ownership starts here.

Owning a sailing catamaran is more achievable than most people realize. Whether you're just beginning to explore the idea or actively searching for the right boat, Waypoint helps you navigate the process with confidence.

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Why Start with Experience?

Buying a catamaran is one of the biggest recreational purchases many people will ever make.

Before making that investment, spend time aboard a cruising catamaran in the environment you'll actually sail.

At Waypoint, we believe the best owners are those who experience the lifestyle before they commit to ownership.

Your Path to Ownership

Experience a Sailing Catamaran

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Discover why cruising catamarans have become one of the fastest-growing segments in recreational boating.

  • Spacious living areas 
  • Exceptional stability
  • Comfortable entertaining
  • Shallow draft 
  • Ideal for couples and families
  • Great Lakes and coastal cruising

Build Confidence

2

Learn the skills that make ownership enjoyable.

  • Twin-engine maneuvering
  • Docking
  • Sail handling
  • Navigation
  • Systems operation
  • Anchoring
  • Passage planning

Charter Independently

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Once qualified, gain real-world experience by bareboat chartering before purchasing your own vessel.

Purchase with confidence

4

When you're ready, Waypoint helps you make an informed decision—not a rushed one.

The Waypoint Difference

Our mission is to become the home for multihull sailing on the Great Lakes and Beyond.

  • Purchasing the right catamaran is about more than choosing a manufacturer.

    We help simplify the process by sharing practical insights gained from operating and sailing cruising catamarans on the Great Lakes.

    Our guidance may include:

    • Understanding different catamaran layouts

    • Comparing new and pre-owned vessels

    • Evaluating cruising goals and budgets

    • Preparing for surveys and sea trials

    • Planning training and transition into ownership

    • Connecting you with trusted industry professionals when appropriate

    Our goal is simple: help you become a confident, capable owner.

  • For many Great Lakes sailors, a cruising catamaran offers a different boating experience than a traditional monohull.

    More Space

    Open living areas, larger cockpits, and room for family and friends.

    Greater Comfort

    Reduced heel under sail creates a more comfortable experience for guests and new sailors.

    Confidence Around the Dock

    Twin engines provide excellent maneuverability when docking and handling in tight spaces.

    Cruising Freedom

    Designed for weekends on Lake Michigan or extended adventures beyond the Great Lakes.

Ready to Begin?

Wherever you are in your ownership journey, there's a next step.

  • New to Catamarans? Book a private sailing experience.

  • Ready to Learn? Explore our multihull training programs.

  • Thinking About Buying? Schedule an ownership consultation.

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