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This is a hands-on, one-day lesson that will introduce you to the basics of sailing, lasting approx. four to five hours. We'll cover the following items.
No previous experience needed. Two-person minimum, four-person maximum.
There are typically fewer classes during the winter months. Let me know if you have specific dates in mind.
Please email with any questions.
I strongly suggest you get a copy of either ASA Sailing Fundamentals or USSailing Basic Cruising books. (Please ask me first before purchasing either of these books.)
This is a two-day class, approx. six hours each day. We'll cover the following items.
Two-person minimum, four-person maximum. Mimimum requirement is previous sailing experience or knowing which end of the boat usually goes first.
There are typically fewer classes during the winter months. Let me know if you have specific dates in mind.
Please email with any questions.
I strongly suggest you get a copy of either ASA Sailing Fundamentals or USSailing Basic Cruising books. (Please ask me first before purchasing either of these books.)
In addition, you should review the handout prior to class.
One of the most dangerous things that can happen on sailboat is
someone falling off the boat. And, as a result, the COB drills are
part of a standard lesson plan. Even more dangerous is falling off at
night, yet this is hardly ever planned for beyond the admonition to
not fall off the boat.
In this workshop, we'll practice retrieving a target at night. We'll
explore the traditional Figure Eight (or Quick Turn) maneuver and the
LifeSling recovery technique. The workshop will have approximately
three hours underway, plus some dock time discussion.
Two-person minimum, four-person maximum. Minimum requirement is previous sailing experience.
Please email
with any questions.
Night time Crew Overboard Workshop
One of the most dangerous things that can happen on sailboat is
someone falling off the boat. And, as a result, the COB drills are
part of a standard lesson plan. But, we all need more practice
In this workshop, we'll practice retrieving a target in moderate wind conditions, which are typically higher in the afternoon. This is
beyond what we usually cover in the regular basic cruising class. We'll
explore the traditional Figure Eight (or Quick Turn) maneuver and the LifeSling recovery technique. The workshop will have approximately
four to five hours underway, plus some dock time discussion.
Two-person minimum, four-person maximum. Minimum requirement is previous sailing experience.
Please email
with any questions.
Day time Crew Overboard Workshop
It's not all about danger and being careful; It's a also about having
a great time while sailing safely at night. Different from the Night
time cruise, this is a hands-on class.
We'll cover the essentials, such as:
And, we'll have a nice cruise, taking in the sights and the restaurant
smells, all in about three hours (or more), depending on the conditions.
Two-person minimum, four-person maximum. Minimum requirement is previous sailing experience.
Please email
with any questions.
Night time Cruising Workshop
Heavy weather can be the norm rather than the exception on the SF
bay. Be prepared to handle winds over 25 kts. The class is
approximately four hours, depending on conditions.
Two-person minimum, four-person maximum. Minimum requirement is previous sailing experience.
The general curricula for the workshop is:
Please email
with any questions.
Heavy Weather Sailing Workshop
Docking and general boat handling is one of the most challenging
skills to learn as a new sailor. Sailboats with a single prop handle a
lot differently than a powerboat with a single prop. This workshop
gives you the skill and confidence to get your (or someone else's)
boat in and out of a slip with the minimum amount of hassle and
stress. In addition, you'll learn how to turn the boat around in the
absolute minimum amount of space (typically not much more than its own
length) and maneuver in tight/close quarters.
Two-person minimum, four-person maximum. Minimum requirement is some boating experience (not necessarily sailing).
The general curricula for the workshop is:
Docking and Boat-handling Workshop
This is an ongoing, full half-day event (six hours) that will give you and your team an excellent opportunity to build group cohesiveness in the typically challenging North San Francisco Bay environment.
Upon request, this event can include a sunset sail.
Two-person minimum, six-persons maximum. No sailing experience is required.
Please email with any questions.
If you want to make special arrangements for a private charter, a deposit will be required to hold your reservation. I will give you instructions about how to go about this.
Sending a deposit without first signing up
means I'll be one step closer to retirement. 
If you'd rather send a check, let me know and I'll tell you how.
and you will be placed on the list.
Canceling or not showing up
If you need to cancel or postpone, please let me know at least two weeks in
advance. (I'd prefer even more notice, if possible.) Emergencies come
up. Let me know if that happens. Depending on your situation, I may
offer a partial or full refund.
If I cancel (e.g., equipment issue or illness), I will offer you a refund. It's also possible that I may have to postpone the class or charter due to special circumstances.
