If you’re the type that prefers to learn from a book, these courses are for you!
INTRODUCTION TO BOATING
To introduce novice boaters to safe practices when preparing to leave the dock, while underway, and when returning to the dock. This standard may be taught in a sailing vessel or a powerboat. It is expected that the vessel will be less than 12 meters in length.
The introduction to boating is delivered over 3 hours, book is sold separately. $375 2nd sailor is half priced.
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START KEELBOAT SAILING
To be able to sail safely as the crew of a sloop-rigged keelboat 6 to 12 meters with an outboard or inboard motor in 5 – 20 knots (not gusting over 25 knots) of wind by day. This Standard is ideal for individuals with limited on-water experience. The focus is on the initial development of practical skills while participating in the operation of a keelboat.
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This course is delivered over 2 full days $649, book included.
BASIC CRUISING STANDARD
To be able to cruise safely in familiar waters as both skipper and crew of a sloop-rigged keelboat of 6 to 10 meters with an outboard or inboard motor in moderate wind and sea conditions by day. The focus of this standard is on the development of basic sailing and seamanship skills as well as the knowledge needed to make the decisions expected of a skipper.
This course is delivered over 4 days. $1400, book is included
Georgian Bay Sailing Coach 