What Course is right for me?

Select your Sailing Goal…

Show me the ropes. I'm a beginner
I want to be a better local sailor and crew
I want to skipper a yacht on a sailing vacation or adventure
The Deep Blue and ultimate sailing adventures are for me

Select your Desired Learning…

I just want to get my feet wet
I want to crew on a sailing vacation
I want to skipper a small sailboat
I want to skipper a large sailboat

I just want to get my feet wet

It’s easy to start sailing.

Feel the exhilaration of a cool breeze on your face, the open water ahead, and the billowing white sails above as you discover the joys of sailing (hint: it’s not just a sport, it’s a lifestyle).

A great way to give sailing a try is to crew with other sailors or learn to skipper your own small sailboat (also called a keelboat). Try the Free Basic Sail Trim course to learn a few of the fundamentals.

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I want to crew on a sailing vacation

Learn how to actively contribute to the fun and safety of a sailing vacation.

Welcome to the crew! We’ll teach you the terminology and basic sailing techniques and provide support every step of the way.

Becoming an active participant on a sailboat is fun and becoming a competent and skilled crew member is invaluable to any skipper.

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I want to skipper a small sailboat

A wise choice! Anyone can learn to sail on small sailboats.

Small sailboats (typically defined as keelboats under 26 feet in length) are both responsive and forgiving, easier to dock than large keelboats, and fun to sail. Whether you daysail, race, or join a sailing or yacht club’s small boat opportunities abound.

We’re here to provide you with the tools to skipper a small sailboat confidently and competently.

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I want to skipper a large sailboat

A bold choice! Large sailboats are complex but offer the greatest freedom.

Many sailors learn to sail on large boats (typically defined as keelboats greater than 25 feet in length). Large sailboats’ additional equipment, size, and power require more comprehensive learning than their smaller siblings.

Enjoy the comforts of cruising on a large sailboat, while armed with comprehensive theory and on-the-water experience.

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Select your Sailing Experience…

I want to be a better local sailor (5-10 days sailing experience)

A bold choice! Large sailboats are complex but offer the greatest freedom.

Many sailors learn to sail on large boats (typically defined as keelboats greater than 25 feet in length). Large sailboats’ additional equipment, size, and power require more comprehensive learning than their smaller siblings.

Enjoy the comforts of cruising on a large sailboat, while armed with comprehensive theory and on-the-water experience.

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I want to be a better local sailor (10-20 days sailing experience)

This is when the real fun begins. Just add knowledge.

Now that you have the fundamentals, you can begin to refine your knowledge and skills.

Boat handling techniques such as using spring lines or docking in adverse conditions are especially important at this level and for the safety of you and your crew.

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I want to be a better local sailor (10-50 days sailing experience)

The day is coming soon when you will know what we know.

Allow us to assist in refining your skills, whether you sail in local or coastal waters. If you’re sailing in coastal waters, then we highly recommend you take the Coastal Navigation course.

You’re also on track for the experience and skills most charter companies require to skipper a bareboat charter.

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I want to be a better local sailor (50+ days sailing experience)

Experienced sailors are always learning. We go to the nth degree for you.

Sailors with loads of experience humbly respect the sea and weather and understand that continuing their education and practicing on-the-water skills will safeguard them and their crew while underway. Learn more and sail farther and faster with our advanced courses.

With your experience, it’s time to fill any gaps in your knowledge and consider rewarding yourself with a sailing vacation.

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Charter sailing vacation

Time to get that sailing license! You’re close. Just a few tests and you’ll be licensed.

You’re ready for international licensing, which will give you the freedom to charter anywhere in the world. Whether you are perfecting fundamentals or gaining advanced skills, the learning never stops when it comes to sailing

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The deep blue...

Double-check what you’re missing. Now, let’s bring you that horizon.

With experience comes respect for the sea, including expecting and preparing for risks while sailing offshore. NauticEd provides several courses, developed by offshore experts, that will teach you how to sail passages confidently.

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