Course Overview
Adventure Awaits! Learn how to sail large keelboats.
Sailing a large sailboat (keelboats over 26ft in length) combines the timeless knowledge and skills of sailing with modern comforts and capabilities necessary for extended journeys. Whether you’re a seasoned or beginner sailor, the Skipper Large Sailboats online 2-course bundle provides what you need to become a competent large keelboat sailor – including added emphasis on large sailboat systems, docking, and manoeuvring under power.
Optional Skipper Rank certification is available when you meet the experience and assessment requirements. Plus, get free access to Basic Sail Trim and Navigation Rules courses, and start preparing to sail and enjoy extended voyages with large keelboats!
Theory
The Skipper Course include the following theory courses:
- Basic Sail Trim Course
- Navigation Rules Course
- Manoeuvring Under Power
- Skipper Large Keelboat
Practical “on-water”
The Skipper Course include 12 hours of on-water training, including:
- Planning
- Preparing the vessel for sailing
- Safety on the water
- Sail Trim
- Tacking and Gybing
- Man Overboard (MOB) techniques
- Heaving Too
- Assisting in mooring the vessel
Discover sailing with our comprehensive online Skipper Large Sailboat bundle of courses. This interactive and multimedia course bundle is designed to teach sailors of all levels, from beginners to experienced sailors, with the knowledge and theory required to competently sail, operate, and maneuver large keelboats greater 26ft (8m) in length.
The 2-course bundle includes the Skipper Course and Docking & Manoeuvring Under Power. You’ll also receive the Basic Sail Trim and Navigation Rules courses for free. With this bundle, you’ll gain the theory and knowledge instruction in a wide range of critical sailing aspects, including:
The Skipper Large Sailboats online course bundle teaches you to sail and dock large keelboats
Large Keelboats: Explore the anatomy of large keelboats, understanding the components, rigging, and systems that make these vessels unique. Gain insights into maintenance and troubleshooting.
Sail Theory: The fundamental principles of sailing, including wind dynamics and sailboat physics. Understand how to harness the power of the wind and the physics of sailboat design to propel your vessel efficiently and effectively.
Sailing Manoeuvres & Techniques: Build your confidence by learning the various sailing manoeuvres, from tacking and gybing to heaving to and more! Hone your sailing techniques to harness the wind’s power effectively and sail with precision while safely helming the sailboat with confident control.
Sail Trim: Discover the art of reading the wind and trimming the sails for optimal performance.
Sailing Terminology & Communication: The language of unique terms used by sailors, which is essential for clear communication on a sailboat.
Docking and Manoeuvring Under Power: Learn the intricacies of docking and manoeuvring your sailboat under power, ensuring you can navigate even the trickiest of marinas.
Anchoring & Mooring: Learn the art of anchoring and mooring safely and securely to enjoy peaceful nights at anchor in picturesque locations.
Boat Management & Systems: Learn about boat management and systems (engine, electrical, etc…) to ensure your vessel operates flawlessly throughout your journey.
Navigation: Learn the art of navigation, chart reading, and GPS usage.
International Navigation Rules and Buoys: Learn international navigational markers and USCG rules of the road when sailing or under power.
Coping with Emergencies: Prioritise safety with modules on safety equipment, procedures, and protocols for different sailing conditions, environments, and crew-overboard emergencies.
Essential Knots: Specialised knots to reliably secure lines (ropes) to perform specific tasks in sailing and tame the hundreds of feet of line on a sailboat.
Weather: Develop a keen understanding of weather patterns, enabling you to make informed decisions for safe and enjoyable sailing experiences.
Additionally, if you’re new to NauticEd, you’ll also receive a free eLogbook to record your sailing experience, and all of your experience and training are automatically updated in your free online Sailing Resume.
Course Prerequisites
- Water confident and the skills, knowledge and experience you gained from Start Crewing and/or Start Helming.
Who should do this course?
- This course is designed for participants who want to learn to be responsible for skippering a keelboat and continue developing their skills.
Course Outcome
- You will gain your
Skipper Large Keelboat completion certificate or Skipper Large Keelboat Rank Verified Competency certification.
Price
$795.
What to bring
You will need to bring warm clothing, thermals, a spray jacket, non-marking shoes, sailing gloves, a hat, a beanie, and sunblock.
An inflatable PFD yoke and harness are provided.
