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  • Start date:
    Nov 1, 2025 at 10:00 am
  • End date:
    Nov 8, 2025 at 5:00 pm
  • Crew Capacity
    4
  • Skill Level Required
    Beginner
  • Course Level
    ASA 101 - 102 Keelboat Sailing
  • Language
    English
  • Climate
    Temperate
  • Vessel Type
    Sail, Monohull
  • Vessel
    Capri 22 & J-24
  • Non-Consecutive Days
    November 1, 2, & 8. Also runs the following Saturday

Course Description: This 20 hour course is a comprehensive introduction to the basic principles of sailing. Taught on stable 22 and 24 ft keelboats, you will be skippering on your first day of class and be confident sailing on your own upon completion of the course. Curriculum includes nautical terminology, docking, rules of the road, sail trim and shape, headsail changes, reefing, crew teamwork and responsibilities, docking under sail, safety procedures, points of sail, tacking/jibing, knots, and crew overboard procedures. Course is usually taught over weekends: Saturday & Sunday, then the next Saturday.

Goal: Be a competent sailor of sailboats up to 27’ in familiar waters.

Course Format

Day 1 10:00am-4:00pm Introduction, Short Classroom Session, & On the Water Practice
Day 2 10:00am-4:00pm On the Water Practice
Day 3 9:00am-5:00pm Exam & On the Water 4-Hour Solo Sail (The Next Saturday)

Prerequisites: NONE

 

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638 reviews
  • Janessa Olsen
    Janessa Olsen
    5 months ago

    Booked the Double Dolphin for a private sunset cruise and it was truly spectacular. The boat is very spacious and well-equipped and the captain (Chris) and crew (Callie) were so helpful and friendly and really went above and beyond to ensure that we were taken care of the entire time. We opted for the catering vendor the sailing co. works with and they provided an ample spread of delicious food. The office manager (Addy) was so helpful throughout the process and answered all of my questions quickly and thoroughly. We'd love to do another trip with them again!

  • Tammy Valladares
    Tammy Valladares
    a month ago

    Went on the sunset cruise with my husband and honestly... wow. I didn’t think a boat ride could feel this peaceful and picture-perfect. The sun did break out and the weather was gorgeous, the ocean was calm, and the colors in the sky were unreal! The crew was awesome — super friendly, they offered drinks and snacks and made everyone feel comfortable. The boat wasn’t overcrowded, which made it easy to just sit back, relax, and soak in the view. Whether you're visiting or local, this cruise is such a great way to end the day. 10/10 would do it again!

  • Carol Rosenthal
    Carol Rosenthal
    5 months ago

    We had the best night. Sunset cruise, champagne shared with good friends. Weather was cloudy but really didn't make a difference. So nice to be on the water. Smooooooth sailing.

  • Vernon James Kusserow

    Had a great time with my girlfriend on the sunset cruise April 9, 2025. Smooth waters, nice temperatures, an informative captain and all around good time. Chris even stopped by and offered to take our photo while out on the water. Very romantic time! Five stars!

  • Judith Parker
    Judith Parker
    2 weeks ago

    We booked the 3:30pm cruise on a Monday, our captain and rigger were truly wonderful, and we were lucky enough to nab one of the netted spots at the front. Our fellow shipmates were fun to converse with and the views beautiful, our trip made it down the coast to Summerland and back and half of the trip was wind driven. We enjoyed a glass of wine and some sea lion viewings. Lovely 2 hours in the water and would definitely do it again.

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Event date 11/01/2025 10:00
Total Cost $ 823.44

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