Description

Able to skipper a non-ballasted centerboard/daggerboard monohull or multihull sailboat of approximately 8 to 20 feet in length by day in light to moderate winds (up to 15 knots) and sea conditions. Involves launching from shore or from a dock. Knowledge of basic sailing terminology, sail trim, points of sail, crew responsibilities, seamanship and safety including capsize avoidance/recovery and navigation rules to avoid collisions. This course involves the ability for the student to successfully right a capsized boat.

Learning Format

• 12 hour course taught over two days on weekends (8:30-14:30 each day)

• 12 hour course taught over four weekdays (three hours each)

Learning Investment

$555.00 per person.

Prerequisite:

• Students must have swimming skills.

  • Course requires students to be strong swimmers and possess enough upper body strength to pull themselves back aboard.

Location

Wilmette Harbor.