This course introduces you to the world of sailing aboard our Wauquiez Hood 38. Successful candidates will have mastery in large keelboat knowledge, skills and systems and offshore sailing and passagemaking. Designed for seasoned sailors seeking to conquer the open seas, gain the knowledge to sail confidently through offshore challenges from mastering navigation techniques and sail trim to understanding weather and safety.
This is a liveaboard course (either 10 days/9 nights or 14 days/13 nights, your choice) focused on helping you attain mastery of your vessel and safely traversing open oceans and seas. This is the most advanced course we offer, and covers all aspects of multi-day sailing covering in-depth topics like international navigation rules and buoys, sailing techniques, boat management and systems, boat handling, coastal navigation, electronic navigation and more. Plus, there’ll be a focus on the particulars of offshore passages, including preparations, seamasnship, safety awareness, storm tactics, and weather.
With your Instructor, you will review the curriculum and skills covered in NauticEd’s Captain Offshore Sailing Course Bundle. Following review, you’ll get out onto the water and practice what you’ve learned, preparing you to confidently and safely engage in offshore sailing and passagemaking.
As you will have completed the online curriculum prior to joining Captain Josh on the water, you will also be formally assessed on your newfound skills. If you qualify, you’ll receive the “Verified Competency” endorsement to go with your NauticEd Captain Level III 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”.
