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BASIC KEELBOAT (SKIPPER)

SUMMARY

This course introduces you to the world of sailing aboard our Wauquiez Hood 38. Successful candidates will master the fundamentals of safe, confident daysailing on a 38 foot keelboat in light to moderate winds.

This is a 16-hour course (split over 2 days) focused on molding you into a skilled, confident and competent skipper of large sailboats. With your Instructor, Captain Josh, you will review what you’ve learned about advanced sailing topics and skills covered in NauticEd’s “Skipper” course and “Maneuvering Under Power” course. Following review, you’ll get out onto the water and practice what you’ve learned, preparing you to become a competent large keelboat sailor – with added emphasis on large sailboat systems, docking, and maneuvering under power.

As you’ve completed the online curriculum prior to joining Captain Josh on the water, the end of the class will include an assessment of your newfound skills. If you qualify, you’ll receive the “Verified Competency” endorsement to go with your NauticEd Skipper Large Keelboat Rank Certificate!

This course is run out of San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico. Experience spectacular desert mountain views and bright, clear waters in the aptly nicknamed “World’s Aquarium”.

Prices below are reflective of using our fleet vessel, Escape Velocity. Students have the option to request a charter boat of their preference, which will be prices below + charter vessel cost for the duration chosen.

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DETAILS

  • Online Coursework Duration: approx. 24 hours (2 courses combined, self-guided pace)
  • On-the-water Course Duration: 16 hours (8 hrs/day over 2 days)
  • Prerequisites: A desire to confidently sail large sailboats (over 26ft)
  • Cost: $1560 for 1 person • $2040 for 2 people • $2520 for 3 people
  • Certification: NauticEd’s Skipper Large Keelboat Rank*
  • Endorsement: Verified Competence for Skipper Large Keelboat Rank

*Note: you’ll also need to log 10 days of sailing experience in your FREE sailing eLogbook to qualify for certification

INCLUDES

  • Lifetime access to NauticEd’s Skipper Large Sailboats course bundle (2 courses in all):
    • Skipper Course
    • Maneuvering Under Power Course
  • Free lifetime access to Basic Sail Trim Course & Navigation Rules Clinic (hih
  • Free eLogbook and sailing resume-building tool
  • Other goodies from the NauticEd Sailor Toolkit
  • Beverages (water, juice, electrolytes)

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Basic Keelboat Skipper Rank Course
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