For people new to sailing
2 Day Course for new sailors wanting to experience (have fun) sailing while learning basic sailing skills.
Learn to Sail | Basic Sailing Skills
This 2 day (12 total hours) course is all about having a fun sailing experience getting an introduction to the world of sailing, and learning basic sailing knowledge and skills that prepare you to get started sailing! Runs from 10AM to 4PM each day.
Sailing is a unique and exhilarating experience that allows you to connect with nature in a way that is hard to describe. A day of sailing can be both relaxing and challenging, and it requires a combination of physical and mental skills.
As you set sail, you’ll feel the wind in your face and the power of the boat heeling beneath you. You’ll need to pay close attention to the direction and strength of the wind, optimally trimming your sails and steering the boat to maintain your course. As the day goes on, you’ll likely gain a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction as you learn, overcome challenges, and simply enjoy a day on the water under sail!
Introduction to sailing gives you everything you need, and more, to get started sailing.
Practical On-the-Water Training:
Online Coursework:
The practical Introduction to Sailing course is designed for new sailors seeking a hands-on sailing experience and a fun opportunity to try sailing while learning the basics. Unlike more advanced courses, which cover more complex topics such as navigation, Introduction to Sailing focuses on providing you with the fundamental knowledge and skills necessary to safely start sailing.
Learn and participate in sailing the boat:
And of course you’ll see the Long Beach skyline and cargo ships from the water. If conditions allow, we’ll venture out into the ocean!
The course includes NauticEd’s online Introduction to Sailing course, which takes only about 3 hours to complete (at your convenience prior to course) and provides the basic knowledge needed to get started on the water. Additionally, you can also take the included Navigation Rules Clinic and Basic Sail Trim courses (highly recommended).
Upon successful completion of the on-the-water course, the online knowledge-theory course, and based on your instructor’s assessment – you’ll receive NauticEd’s Basic Sailing Skills endorsement.
What’s next? After Introduction to Sailing you’re ready to take the Basic Skippering Skills Course, which lays the foundation for skippering a large sailboat in fair weather.
Prices:
We run courses every month of the year! Upcoming Course Dates:
You can also just call or email to set a schedule that works for you:
Marc Hughston mobile 949-939-8123
Email: SetSail@SantanaSailing.com
Contact us to register:
To check on available dates please fill out the form below and we’ll contact you to answer questions and set a schedule that works for you! You can also just call or email:
Marc Hughston mobile 949-939-8123
Email: SetSail@SantanaSailing.com