There is no 'wrong' answer to this question. Each course is tailored to the meet a student's sailing goals. It is better to take the course that is right for you, than to jump into the most comprehensive course and find yourself overwhelmed.
If you are looking to buy or charter a boat, the course to take is the Skipper Large Keelboat.
This 4.5 day on the water training course provides a solid introduction to sailing an 8-12 metre sailboat. Students learn to handle the boat under power and under sail with a focus on the basic tenets of being a skipper: communication, responsibility and good seamanship.
This is an intensive training course with an average of 8-9 hours per day on the water. This course is taught dockside, which means returning to the dock each evening.
Online study is 15-20 hours and must be completed prior to starting the sail training.
If you are looking to find out about sailing, but are not sure that you want to buy a boat just yet, then this course is a good place to start.
This 3 day on the water course is a great way to learn the responsibilities and gain the skills of handling a small vessel in coastal waters.
This is an intensive training course with an average of 8-9 hours per day on the water. This course is taught dockside, which means returning to the dock each evening.
Online study is 10-15 hours and must be completed prior to starting the sail training.
If you are looking to sail on a boat as crew without the responsibility of being the skipper, then this is the place to begin.
This 2 day course gives students the opportunity to take on the tasks of boat operation under sail and under power for sailing procedures in coastal waters.
This is an intensive training course with an average of 8-9 hours per day on the water. This course is taught dockside, which means returning to the dock each evening.
Online study is 5-10 hours and must be completed prior to starting the sail training.
Training as a crew member is an excellent way to get into sailing. Learn the necessary skills in Qualified Crew to join a racing club or aboard a charter yacht. $425.00
The Small Keelboat course is a great introductory course for sailboat cruising. Learn the skills and knowledge to take family and friends out for day sails and begin your sailing adventures! $725.00
The first step in long-distance cruising starts here. Begin the process of obtaining your sailing licence with Large Keelboat Sailing. Learn about cruising coastal waters in diverse conditions. $1095.00
Learn how to use your strengths, harness responsibility and create a positive working environment where you inspire trust and confidence with your crew.
Learn how to trim your sails and how the rules on the water work. When you sign up, you'll also get your free online sailing resume.