This is another reason these are great beginner boats. Beginning sailors are usually concentrating mainly on basics such as getting from Point A to Point B and trying not to look too foolish in the process. Small bodies of water such as an inland lake or pond are great places to do this. Beginners need a place with minimum boat traffic, calm water, and easy access. Once the beginner is able to get a sailboat to go where they want, the world of sail just starts to get interesting.
Some sailors like to race and compete against others or the clock.
Some sailors like the adventure of being able to travel to places they haven't seen before. And still other sailors prefer the chance to get away from their daily routines for a short while to relax and enjoy the wind and water. Most people who sail are a combination of all the above. Many of these are developed over many years of experience. These skill become increasingly important as the sailor moves from inland waterways into open water such as large lakes, bays, and finally into oceans.