Booked your next catamaran charter? Forget the rules for reefing, or how to attach the anchor bridle properly? If you already have your ASA 114 certification, but it’s been a while since you’ve sailed a cat, this clinic is the perfect refresher to brush up on your cat-specific skills so you’re ready to take the helm with confidence on that ...
Celestial Navigation (ASA 107/117)
The sailor completing this course will be able to apply celestial navigation theory and practices for safe navigation of a sailing vessel in offshore waters. There is no sailing skills part, and practical application of this sailing knowledge is included in the Offshore Passagemaking (ASA 108). Learn how to use the sky and sextant to accurately determine your position on the chart, and much more. ASA 117 Basic Celestial Navigation Endorsement only: $200/person. Full ASA 107/117 Classroom course $500/person. ...
Cruising Catamaran (ASA 114) – Sea of Cortez
A two day class covering the piloting, systems, seamanship and safety aspects specific to catamarans 30-50 feet. Upon completion you should be capable of acting as skipper or crew on a cat of this size in coastal waters in moderate conditions. Suitable time is spent on maneuvering with dual engines, anchoring and docking techniques, crew overboard procedures, electrical and mechanical maintenance, and more.
Note: This class is 2 days long to assure you get plenty of helm time. We only use ...
Cruising Catamaran Spinnaker Clinic
Spinnakers are gorgeous, powerful, and to many sailors, a bit vexing. How to control all that free-floating power with the limited sail control lines is the essence of sailing’s life-long learning curve, and too often these sails stay in their bags because sailors find the prospect just a tad too daunting. WCM is offering you a way ...
Cruising Catamaran Anchoring and Mooring Clinic
When sailing and cruising a gorgeous luxury catamaran away from the relative safety of a marina, you will be settling in various bays, coves and waterfronts, on moorings and on your own anchor. It’s important that she stay where you put her. Meaning, you want to know that your anchoring and mooring techniques are up to snuff. Let WCM ...
Cruising Catamaran Docking Clinic
WCM is providing relief to cat owners and charterers who are unfamiliar with proper docking techniques, and may be fearful or reluctant to take the helm in the marina. Modern cruising catamarans are amazingly maneuverable and easy to handle, with proper instruction. Classes are limited to 4 people and will be held aboard a modern, full-sized cruising catamaran.
Cruising Catamaran Docking Clinic
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Bareboat Catamaran Chartering Combo in Sea of Cortez (ASA 104/114)
This is a three day advanced sailing course aboard a cruising catamaran. Students will achieve two ASA Certifications. It is for individuals with cruising experience, who have received ASA 101/103 certification. This course encompasses all the skills and knowledge offered in both ASA 104 and ASA 114 and is combined into one convenient class. You will act as skipper of a 30-50 foot catamaran by day in coastal waters. Successful completion of this class will prepare you to charter ...
Sea of Cortez Advanced Catamaran Sailing Course (ASA 105/106, 114 optional)
Students completing this course should be able to safely act as skipper and crew of a cruising catamaran about 30 to 50 feet in length. This is a day and nighttime class in coastal and inland water, in any weather. A five day course that devotes the first day to Coastal Navigation skills. Thereafter you will head out to explore the islands and anchorages in the Sea of Cortez around Puerto Escondido and Loreto. This is an advanced sailing ...
Sea of Cortez 5 Day Intermediate Sailing Course (ASA 103, 104 & 114)
Perfect for students who already have their ASA 101 certification, and are ready to accelerate their sailing instruction. Five days are spent aboard a large catamaran exploring the islands and anchorages in the middle Sea of Cortez, near Loreto. In these 5 fun-filled days you will complete Basic Coastal Cruising, Bareboat Charter and Cruising Catamaran Classes. This educational adventure will prepare you to pursue your sailing dreams. It’s a Learn to Sail Vacation!
Prerequisites: Basic Keelboat (ASA 101)
This same ...
Sea of Cortez Complete Sailing Course (ASA 101, 103, 104 & 114)
Students will start out with a 2 day Basic Keelboat Class (ASA 101) on a monohull sailboat at Puerto Escondido. The following 5 days are aboard a large cruising catamaran, exploring the islands in the Sea of Cortez near PE/Loreto. In these 5 fun-filled days you will complete Basic Coastal Cruising, Bareboat Charter and Cruising Catamaran Classes. This educational adventure will prepare you to pursue your sailing dreams.
Note: because of the travel involved, students are required to arrive at ...