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 ...
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 ...
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 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.
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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 ...
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. This is a catamaran-specific 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 near either Puerto Escondido/Loreto or in the ...
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 Sea of Cortez, either near Loreto/Puerto Escondido, or in the La Paz area. 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!
Students will start out with a two day Basic Keelboat Class (ASA 101) on a monohull sailboat at Puerto Escondido or near the marina in La Paz. The following five days are aboard a large cruising catamaran, exploring the islands in the Sea of Cortez near PE/Loreto or in the area north of La Paz. In these five fun-filled days you will complete Basic Coastal Cruising, Bareboat Charter and Cruising Catamaran Classes. This educational adventure will prepare you to ...
This two day course is the perfect introduction to sailing, or a good refresher if your docksiders are a bit dusty. Upon completion you should be comfortable skippering a small boat (up to 30 feet) in light to moderate conditions, in familiar protected waters, during daylight hours. Core sailing concepts are made clear, as well as rules of the road, boat handling and sailing skills, knots, safety standards and more.
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 ...