Sailing Schools Affiliated with NauticEd

The following Sailing Schools are NauticEd affiliated sailing schools. They recommend that you augment your theory based learning with the NauticEd sailing courses. Once you have completed your on-line NauticEd sailing courses you may contact one of these sailing schools for your practical hands-on sailing training. Go ahead, learn to sail with NauticEd. Start with the NauticEd Skipper Course, or the NauticEd Qualified Crew Member Course or one of our other specialized sailing courses.

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Marc Hughston: Santana Sailing, Newport Beach, CA, USA;
Bruce Schwaegel: Freedom Boat Club, Lakeway , TX, USA; Landfall Sailing, Austin, TX, USA;
James Kell: Sailing Virgins, West End, Tortola, British Virgin Islands;
John Salinas: Island Sailing, Portland, OR, USA;
Nat Powning: Island Sailing, Portland, OR, USA;

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Antigua And Barbuda

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Ondeck Maritime Training

Falmouth, Antigua And Barbuda

We offer a wider range of sailing and power courses than any other school in the Caribbean including RYA, ICC beginner, intermediate and advanced courses such as Competent Crew, Day Skipper, Yachtmaster Offshore, Powerboat. Antigua offers a great variety of sea and weather conditions; interesting anchorages and some great nightlife and restaurants shoreside plus 365 beaches to relax on afterwards. In addition Ondeck offers individuals the chance to participate in the Caribbean Regattas Learn more about Ondeck Maritime Training...

Miramar Sailing School

Jolly Harbour, St. Mary's, Antigua And Barbuda

Miramar Sailing School is located on the west coast of Antigua. This places us in the lee of the prevailing north easterlies ensuring calm waters that are ideal for sail training in our fabulous tropical climate. We cover the full range of the RYA Yachtmaster (Sail) Scheme plus the RYA National Power Boat Scheme to Level 2. Our instructors are also qualified to teach Diesel Engine Maintenance, SRC (VHF), and Radar. We offer a high level of quality instruction on all courses. Join us! Learn more about Miramar Sailing School...

Brazil

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Sailing Adventures - Cursos de Vela OceÃ¢nica

Ilhabela, Brazil

A Sailing Adventures é uma escola de vela voltada à pratica de vela oceânica de cruzeiro, localizada em ILHABELA – SÃO PAULO - BRASIL. Oferecemos aulas de vela nos níveis básico, intermediário e avançado. Possuimos uma frota de primeira linha com veleiros das marcas Delta, Beneteau e Lagoon, sempre com foco na sua segurança e conforto. Learn more about Sailing Adventures - Cursos de Vela OceÃ¢nica...

Marapendivela

rio de janeiro, Brazil

Learn to sail at the picturesque Marapendi lagoon, Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, sailing courses from basic to advanced levels on "MIcrotoner 19" sailboats for youngsters and adults. Other programs as Club Sailing, "Learning Cruises", regatas, charters and Experiental Trainning Rio and northeastern Brazil. Learn more about Marapendivela...

British Virgin Islands

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Tortola

Tortola Sailing and Sights

Frenchmans Cay, Tortola, British Virgin Islands

Rated 5/5 by 1 student

Learn to Sail in the the Caribbean, Tortola Sailing School is based right in the heart of the British Virgin Islands with direct access to some of the best training grounds in the world. NauticEd partner school with modern, fully coded sail-training boats and up-to date classroom facilities. We specialise in fast-track bareboat skipper training and certification, ICC, power-boat master, VHF, Flotilla skipper and up-to Yacht-master offshore. Learn more about Tortola Sailing and Sights...

BlueFoot Travel

Road Town, Tortola, British Virgin Islands

We offer sailing holidays in the Caribbean. Join us on board a shared yacht and experience an unforgettable crewed cabin charter. Book a cabin for your sailing vacation – ideal for solo and single travellers, couples and small groups. Relax and recharge. Enjoy delicious healthy food. Get hands-on sailing experience with an RYA sailing instructor. And, have lots of fun as we sail from one beautiful island to the next. Sail in style with BlueFoot Travel. Learn more about BlueFoot Travel...

Sailing Virgins

West End, Tortola, British Virgin Islands

Rated 4.96/5 by 10 students

Want to become a Skipper in the finest cruising grounds on earth? Sailing Virgins runs fast-track skipper courses out of its base in the British Virgin Islands. We provide seven-day liveaboard courses, and enjoy the highest TripAdvisor ratings in the Caribbean. Island Adventures combine a sailing course with a full-on Caribbean adventure. If you're in your 20s or 30s and have an adventurous itch that needs scratching, check out https://sailingvirgins.com/island-adventure Learn more about Sailing Virgins...

Canada

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British Columbia

Vancouver Sailing Club & Vancouver Sailing School

Vancouver, BC, Canada

Rated 4.9/5 by 65 students

Our mission is to provide fun and challenging sailing education that exceeds the certification requirements for NauticEd Qualified Crew (Beginner), Day Skipper (Intermediate), Bareboat Charter Master (Intermediate) and Captain (Advanced) ranks. We provide patient engaging Instructors, exceptional charter yachts and international sailing adventures. Call us 1 (877) 772-9272 about our Vancouver weekend courses or week-long C&L adventures to BC's Gulf Islands, Desolation Sound and the BVI. Learn more about Vancouver Sailing Club & Vancouver Sailing School...

Nova Scotia

In Slocum's Wake Yacht Training

Halifax, NS, Canada

Training and examinations for for RYA Yachtmaster Offshore, Yachtmaster Ocean and RYA Cruising Instructor. Expert training and coaching by the highest qualified instructors in North America. Learn more about In Slocum's Wake Yacht Training...

Discovery Sailing

Western Shore, NS, Canada

Discovery Sailing is a RYA Training Centre located on the beautiful South Shore of Nova Scotia, Canada. We offer the entire RYA Sail Cruising scheme from the 2 day Start Yachting through Day Skipper to Yachtmaster Offshore and Ocean. All of our courses are live-aboard on a beautiful classic Hallberg-Rassy yacht which has a big boat feel. Our class size is limited to three. Your instructor is Dave DeWolfe, a Yachtmaster Ocean Examiner, with decades of teaching experience. Learn more about Discovery Sailing...

Ontario

National One Design Sailing Academy

Oakville, ON, Canada

The National One Design Sailing Academy is designed for adults. Our programs offer instruction for beginners and also for experienced sailors seeking advanced training in racing and cruising. Those enrolling in our learn to sail programs are seeking to make new friends, have new adventures and have fun with like minded men and women. We teach the way adults like to learn in locations all around Ontario on specially designed Flying Tiger 7.5M keelboats and are growing all across Canada. Learn more about National One Design Sailing Academy...

Points of Sail

Oakville, ON, Canada

We love teaching sailing on our beautiful Hunter 41 "Mixed Nuts" in Lake Ontario. We specialize in helping our students brush up on Bareboat chartering skills. We also offer a few limited fractional memberships on Mixed Nuts. Learn more about Points of Sail...

Georgian Bay Sailing Coach

Thornbury, ON, Canada

Rated 4.82/5 by 12 students

Welcome to Georgian Bay Sailing Coach, located in the pristine Georgian Bay and its 30,000 islands. What I do as a Coach is a bit different from an instructor teaching a rigid curriculum. Our several modules are flexible and adaptable because we listen to our student's needs. We talk more about Confidence, Anxiety, Communication or Dreams than "sailing by the lee" or "velocity made good". "Add Sailing To Your Bucket List". Book your practical hands-on training on the water Learn more about Georgian Bay Sailing Coach...

Gone Sailing Adventures

Toronto, ON, Canada

Rated 4.1/5 by 2 students

Sailing School in Toronto. Located in the heart of the city specializing in Bareboat instruction. Learn to sail on the boat you want to sail. Yacht Time - Fractional Sailing Private Charters Learn more about Gone Sailing Adventures...

Topmast Maritime Training

Kingston, Ontario, Canada

Rated 4.7/5 by 2 students

Based in beautiful Kingston, Ontario, Topmast Maritime Training is a Royal Yachting Association (RYA) accredited Training Centre. Topmast offers a full range of RYA sailing courses as well as Powerboat Level 1&2 and Radar. Our instructors are RYA certified to guarantee you the best training available. Topmast is also ICC approved. Sail with us amongst the 1000 islands and become RYA certified. Learn more about Topmast Maritime Training...

Croatia (Hrvatska)

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NCP Charter Croatia

Sibenik , Croatia (Hrvatska)

NCP is a sailing and motor yacht charter company based in Sibenik Croatia. We have 60 modern yachts available for charter - crewed and bareboat. We are part of the NCP Group, a leading nautical brand in Croatia with 20 years of experience (since 1995) and nowadays running a staff of 300 employees. NCP is an official RYA training center and is able to provide the practical training for the RYA Day Skipper and ICC certificates. We recommend the NauticEd RYA Day Skipper Course as a prerequisite. Learn more about NCP Charter Croatia...

Grenada

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Saint George's

BlueFoot Travel

Port Louis Marina, Saint George's, Grenada

Italy

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Just Sailing Italy

Genoa, Italy

Come learn and sail with us on the beautiful Ligurian Coast in Northern Italy. Just Sailing operates out of the wonderful Marina Genoa. We offer a wide range of RYA and bespoke sailing courses or cruises to suit families and singles. Alongside this we offer ICC and SLC training and assessments. As well as building your confidence and qualifications, we also seek to provide you with a truly memorable sailing experience in crystal clear Mediterranean waters with like-minded people. Learn more about Just Sailing Italy...

Korea South

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Busan Expat Sailing Club

Busan, Korea South

Busan Expat Sailing Club (BESA) is the only English speaking sailing school in Korea. We are ideally located at the Sooyoungman Marina which is the largest marina in Korea. Established in 2008 to serve the expat communtiy, BESA has quickly grown to be one of the premier sailing clubs in the country. We not only sail for fun, our sailors have participated and had success in major regattas all throughout the penninsula. Learn more about Busan Expat Sailing Club...

Netherlands Antilles

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Sint Maarten

St Maarten Practical Training School and Charters

St Maarten, Sint Maarten, Netherlands Antilles

Rated 4.94/5 by 7 students

St Maarten Sailing School specializes in teaching excellence. We adhere to an instruction course and then add our own expertise, to insure that beginners and experienced students receive unparalleled teaching and the maximum amount of fun. Courses are suitable for ages 8 to 80, with customer service and satisfaction being our highest priority. Learn more about St Maarten Practical Training School and Charters...

New Zealand

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Sailing Away

Auckland, Mission Bay, New Zealand

Rated 4.4/5 by 1 student

Sailing Away is a NauticEd RYA School in Auckland, New Zealand. The sailing area here is one of the top training grounds in the world with great wind, tides, current, navigation traffic, traffic lanes, and everything you need to train and experience when learning to sail. In addition, the islands and beaches are amazing. If you truly want to enjoy a sailing training vacation come to Auckland, New Zealand. It's not as far down under as you think. Learn more about Sailing Away...

Portugal

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West Coast - Lisbon Sailing Centre

Lisbon, Portugal

Rated 4.8/5 by 1 student

Top quality tuition in sunny Lisbon. Learn more about West Coast - Lisbon Sailing Centre...

Puerto Rico

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Rincon Sailing

Rincon, Puerto Rico

With small class size and individual attention, the Rincon Sailing curriculum emphasizes water safety, wind awareness, boat handling, and seamanship. Decision making, leadership, and respect for the local marine environment are also highlighted. Rincon Sailing offers graduated educational formats beginning with learn to sail, intermediate and advanced racing. No matter what level sailor, safety, fun, and learning independence is the forefront of the curriculum. www.rinconsailing.com Learn more about Rincon Sailing...

Saint Vincent And The Grenadines

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Saint George

BlueFoot Travel

Blue Lagoon Marina, Saint George, Saint Vincent And The Grenadines

South Africa

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Ocean Sailing Academy

Cape Town, South Africa

Ocean Sailing Academy is the largest NauticEd, RYA (Royal Yachting Association) and SAS (South African Sailing) Training Centre in Southern Africa specialising in Sail and Power training for recreational and career clients. Our training facilities include 6 yachts, 37ft motor yacht, 1RIB and a modern, well equipped lecturing facility with shore-based accommodation, the Ocean House. Learn more about Ocean Sailing Academy...

Spain

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The Boat School Denia

DÃ©nia, Alicante, Spain

The Boat School is an RYA recognised centre specialized in training & charters for international students. In addition to RYA courses, The Boat School runs ICC tests and preparation courses and is recognised by the Spanish Directorate-General for Merchant Shipping to conduct sail training, powerboat and VHF marine radio courses. Our base in Denia is approximately 100 km from Valencia & Alicante airports. Denia is the closest point for sailing to the Balearic Islands (50 NM from Ibiza). Learn more about The Boat School Denia...

Thailand

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Marine Certification Ltd.

Bunglamung, , Thailand

Located in the Gulf of Thailand we offer a package whereby buyers of new or used yachts, either power or sail, based anywhere in Thailand, Malaysia or Singapore can undertake a 5 day live aboard one-on-one instruction course with an experienced instructor on their new boat. They will undertake a 200 mile cruise with overnight anchorage and receive instruction on the practical operation of the boat. In addition they will receive a detailed manual written and illustrated by Marine Certification on the systems and equipment on their boat, their operation and maintenance. For smaller vessels with no accommodation we have a two day course accompanied by a similar detailed manual. Marine Certification is a Partner school of NauticEd, we offer practical sailing training with a Practical Verification Stamp to successful candidates. Learn more about Marine Certification Ltd....

SailQuest Sailing School Thailand

Pataya, Thailand

Rated 4.82/5 by 11 students

Welcome to SailQuest Sailing School in Pattaya Thailand Looking for fast-paced, fun & effective Crew & Captain Learn to Sail yacht training courses? Then the SailQuest Sailing School in Pattaya,Thailand is the right sailing program for YOU! Personal sailing instruction, modern training yachts and our popular 10 Day NauticEd Bareboat Charter Master Rank creates the SailQuest Sailing School difference. Check out The Video & Get the Details! Learn more about SailQuest Sailing School Thailand...

Gulf Charters Thailand Blue Water Sailing School

Sattahip, Chonburi, Thailand

Gulf Charters Thailand Sailing School, Asia's largest and most successful sailing school, located in the beautiful Gulf of Thailand, was established in 2004. We are all lifelong sailors and we try to impart our love of the ocean and Thailand upon you so that your experiences here will last a lifetime. Our internationally accredited sailing school provides aspiring sailors with the best practical education possible. See what our students say at www.sailingschoolreviewer.com Learn more about Gulf Charters Thailand Blue Water Sailing School...

Turkey

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Delmar Sailing

Fethiye, Turkey

Internationally recognized license and certificates Training for all levels of sailing experience Private or group lessons available Luxurious accommodations on our yacht while training Large and very comfortable all wood two masted classic sailing ship Learning on a gulet will establish a firm knowledge base for sailing nearly any other sailing vessel. English speaking instructors Learn to sail in one of the most beautiful places in the world! The Turkish Coast and Greek Ä°slands Learn more about Delmar Sailing...

United Kingdom

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FlexiSail Group Ltd

Lymington, United Kingdom

FlexiSail FlexiSail is unique in the market place, providing you with a boat share on brand new highly specified yachts, catamarans, and motor cruisers that is yours to use as your own. We combine boat access, RYA theory and practical training with a year round social programme creating a fun and supportive way to enjoy your sailing. There is a membership model to meet your needs and everything is backed by personal service from our value driven family business. Our name says it all! Learn more about FlexiSail Group Ltd...

USA

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Arizona

Southwest Sailing

Lake Pleasant, AZ, USA

LEARN TO SAIL IN THE DESERT! Cruise in California and the Caribbean. That's what we're here to help you do! Southwest Sailing can help you achieve those goals right here in Arizona along with lessons, exams and cruising in AZ and in Southern California too. FLEXIBILITY? Do you need a "Custom" schedule or location for your NauticEd PRACTICAL EXAM, call us! Custom, personalized, flexible scheduling is our specialty. Contact us TODAY! Learn more about Southwest Sailing...

California

OCSC SAILING

Berkeley, CA, USA

OCSC SAILING, is a San Francisco Bay sailing school and sailing club. We offer sailing lessons, sailboat instruction, NauticEd Practical proficiency training and certification, sailboat charters, club membership, and corporate teambuilding events. Our sailing schools Berkeley location is in the center of San Francisco Bay. From beginner sailboat lessons, to offshore training, to spinnaker sailing, to world cruising preparation, we are committed to teaching you to sail with confidence. Learn more about OCSC SAILING...

Santana Sailing

Long Beach, CA, USA

Rated 5/5 by 28 students

Learn to sail and cruise with Santana Sailing, and get your International SLCâ„¢ to charter in the Mediterranean. All certification levels from Qualified Crew Member to Captain Rank, in Long Beach, Newport Beach, on the Sea of Cortez, Caribbean. We can also work with you on your boat with your crew. Specialties include: Anchoring bow and stern; Heavy weather 30 to 45 kts; Catalina and the Northern Channel Islands; Sea of Cortez; Grenada. If you love to learn, we'll have an excellent time. Learn more about Santana Sailing...

Southwest Sailing

Long Beach, CA, USA

Newport Coast School of Seamanship

Newport Beach, CA, USA

Buying a yacht, moving up in size or want to become a more confident and competent owner/operator? Our instructors are experienced USCG licensed Captains with teaching credentials from globally recognized accreditation organizations. We can help you achieve what you have perhaps dreamed of doing; but didn’t know where to turn for trustworthy and experienced advice. Contact us for a free consultation about your objectives & we will work with you to develop a training program to meet your needs. Learn more about Newport Coast School of Seamanship...

Santana Sailing

Newport Beach, CA, USA

Rated 5/5 by 28 students

Passage Nautical Charters & Lessons

Oakland, CA, USA

Rated 5/5 by 1 student

At Passage Nautical, we‘re passionate about boating, education, and adapting our services to what people need. We’re leading the way with our TechReational Boating Classes that fit today’s busy lifestyles and the way people want to learn. By embracing on-line teaching methodologies and combining them with our in-depth on-the-water programs, we can offer truly customized experiences that increase your learning and skills rapidly. Say goodbye to traditional classroom learning. Learn more about Passage Nautical Charters & Lessons...

Sail Channel Islands

Oxnard, CA, USA

We sail the Channel Islands of California, one of the world's premiere sailing grounds and specialize in advanced coastal cruising and offshore training. Our private sailing lessons for individuals and couples are based on individualized curricula that consider students' short and mid-term sailing goals as well as previous sailing experience. NauticEd provides the preparatory knowledge base; we provide practical experience and hands-on instruction. Learn more about Sail Channel Islands...

Cast Off Sailing, Inc.

San Diego, CA, USA

Marketing includes meeting with activities coordinators and concierges at local resorts several times per month. Organic internet leads also provide customers, as well as word of mouth and referrals. Learn more about Cast Off Sailing, Inc....

Lucky Sol Sailing

San Diego, CA, USA

Rated 5/5 by 2 students

Lucky Sol Sailing is a Veteran-owned sailing club in San Diego offering Sailing Lessons with professional instructors. We also have a Fractional Yacht Ownership program & offer sailing tours in the San Diego Bay. Come sailing with us and we think you'll agree that there's no better way to enjoy the beautiful waters of San Diego than with Lucky Sol Sailing. Learn more about Lucky Sol Sailing...

Sail San Diego

San Diego, CA, USA

Rated 5/5 by 4 students

With over 26 years on the beautiful waters surrounding the San Diego Bay and thousands of satisfied clients, our crew works diligently to ensure each boating excursion is a perfect one for all! Each of our US Coast Guard Certified Captains has the extensive knowledge and the passion to introduce you to the wonderful sport of sailing. Within the protected waters of the San Diego Bay we offer our students a safe and comfortable environment from which to learn this time-honored skill. Come See! Learn more about Sail San Diego...

Southwest Sailing

San Diego, CA, USA

Santa Barbara Sailing Center

Santa Barbara, CA, USA

We have over forty boats at our school, as well as a large staff of instructors with impressive sailing resumes. We have provided quality instruction since 1966 and know that our teaching style is top notch by the feedback we receive from graduates. Also, The Channel Islands National Park provides ideal training grounds for bareboat certification. Learn more about Santa Barbara Sailing Center...

Florida

Kennedy Point Maritime School

Cocoa Beach, FL, USA

Rated 5/5 by 1 student

Kennedy Point Maritime School is a vocational training school for mariners seeking to advance their professional maritime qualifications. We focus on providing affordable high-quality training so that our students gain the technical knowledge, vocational skills, and practical experience. If you are wanting your USCG Captain License, you have come to the right place. If you are looking to start a NauticEd sailing school and need the credentials, we can get you started properly and meeting the legal requirements. Learn more about Kennedy Point Maritime School...

Just Sailing

Destin, FL, USA

Rated 5/5 by 3 students

Private Sail Charters and Private Sailing Lessons on Choctawhatchee Bay and/or the Gulf of Mexico. Learn more about Just Sailing...

Florida Yacht Group

Miami, FL, USA

The emphasis of sailing is relaxation, but we take our sailing education standards seriously. This is why Florida Yacht Charters is a certified NauticEd sailing training facility As an NauticEd trained student, your skills and achievement levels are internationally recognized. That means when you learn with us, you can charter anywhere. Call us today to earn your NauticEd Sailing Certificate. Learn more about Florida Yacht Group...

South Wind Sailing

Panama City, FL, USA

Rated 4.87/5 by 3 students

South Wind Sailing offers practical, exciting, hands-on sailing training from Introduction to Sailing through Advanced Coastal Cruising aboard a variety of vessels. Training is offered throughout the Florida Panhandle and Southern Alabama in the Gulf of Mexico as well as upon numerous local freshwater lakes. Learn more about South Wind Sailing...

Yachting Education

Pensacola, FL, USA

Rated 4.88/5 by 45 students

Thinking Catamarans? Thinking Caribbean & Europe? Yachting Education can train AND issue the coveted International Certificate of Competency (ICC) on board our 48' Fontaine-Pajot catamaran. The ICC is sanctioned by the United Nations and is a requirement by many European countries, so if you're considering chartering internationally,give us a call. Based in Pensacola through September then Key West over winter, our training programs are designed as vacation training packages for all skill levels Learn more about Yachting Education...

Harvest Moon Charters and Sailing School

St. Petersburg, FL, USA

Rated 4.8/5 by 3 students

Learn to Sail on our beautiful Catalina 34, Harvest Moon, in the Gulf of Mexico and Tampa Bay. Dreaming of chartering or owning your own vessel? We can help you get there. We teach and certify from the NauticEd system to build your internationally recognized sailing resume. Learn more about Harvest Moon Charters and Sailing School...

Sail Venice Sailing Adventures

Venice , FL, USA

Rated 5/5 by 3 students

Captain Dove and Tim are experienced sailors who love to sail the Gulf of Mexico We provide the experience you need to complete your online sailing lessons. We tailor your experience aboard to your lessons with NauticEd. Get practical hands on experience aboard a fast and comfortable Hunter 30 to complete your certification. Get practical application of what you have learned, insight about the local area, and real offshore sailing We have no fear, only confidence, Learn more about Sail Venice Sailing Adventures...

Illinois

3rd Coast Cruising

chicago, IL, USA

Rated 5/5 by 2 students

Chicago's largest sailing school, over the last 17 years we have trained 1000's of students. Sail 7 days a week, cross-train on many different types of boats, even a 38' Lagoon Catamaran while experiencing a variety of wind and sea conditions. Join the Club and sail everyday, all summer long! Share Membership with others, Fast Track your Captain'n License with tons of seatime. Club Membership benefits for the duration of your Unlimited Membership, Season: May-Oct. Off season training available. Learn more about 3rd Coast Cruising...

Indiana

Dauntless Sailing School

Indianapolis, IN, USA

Rated 5/5 by 3 students

Launched in 2009 by technology entrepreneur, accomplished sailor, and licensed sailboat Captain Todd Bracken, Dauntless Sailing School focuses on introducing adults to the adventure and fun of “big boat” sailing through affordable, hands-on, experiential learning opportunities including introductory cruises, beginner to advanced sailing instruction, Great Lakes excursions, regatta participation, and ocean coastal cruising expeditions. Learn more about Dauntless Sailing School...

Maine

Linekin Bay Sailing Academy at Linekin Bay Resort

Boothbay Harbor, ME, USA

We are a program at Linekin Bay Resort, one of the premier sailing adventure resorts in New England. The sailing program has been in existence for more than 40 years. All classes are conducted on Linekin Bay in either Rhodes 18’s, Rhodes 19’s or Lightning sailboats. Our objective is for the student to master the relationship between water-wind-direction. The response of a sailboat in various wind and sea conditions requires well planned actions, best be learned in a comfortable daysailer. Learn more about Linekin Bay Sailing Academy at Linekin Bay Resort...

North Carolina

The Charted Life

Beaufort, NC, USA

Rated 4.97/5 by 6 students

We can teach you to Sail, Power, or earn your USCG License or become a Live Aboard Sailor. We also offer a host of marine related consulting, delivery services and much more to help you go farther, be safer, and navigate better. We aim to make your boating experience healthier, safer and more enjoyable and of course, more affordable Learn more about The Charted Life...

New Jersey

Sailors NYC

Jersey City, NJ, USA

Rated 4.96/5 by 9 students

Sailors NYC offers sailors in the New York Metro Area an unparalleled opportunity to enjoy recreational sailing on medium size vessels (25′+) in a friendly club environment. We are a leading recreational sailors club supported by its members, partners and the community. We offer a true club environment for both boat and non-boat owner through a variety of programs for all levels of sailors, including: cruising, racing, organized boating events, social events and educational programs. Learn more about Sailors NYC...

New York

Sailacat.com

Sag Harbor , NY, USA

Sailacat.com offers catamarn courses in a variety of locations, NY, NC, East Coast USA and Bahamas. Join us aboard a state of the art sailing cat in world class locations for hands-on live-aboard training. Our unique offerings cover all phases of seamanship on ICW & inshore cruises, to near coastal & offshore opportunities. Students gain skills by cruising the catamaran on actual voyages in the USA & Bahamas. 2 licensed liveaboard instructors will put you confidently at ease behind the helm. Learn more about Sailacat.com...

Ohio

Fair Wind Sailing School

Sandusky, OH, USA

Fair Wind Sailing is the leading sailing program in the Mid-West. We provide a full range of sailing lessons from beginning through bareboat charter and advanced sailing from our base in Sandusky, OH. We specialize in catamaran sailing lessons and bareboat charter training. We also offer night time sailing lessons and ocean passage experiences from our affiliate in the Caribbean. Learn more about Fair Wind Sailing School...

Oregon

Island Sailing

Portland, OR, USA

Rated 4.86/5 by 281 students

Teaching Northwest Sailors for over 35 years Island Sailing offers the most comprehensive sailing program in the Northwest. Our courses are developed by a team of senior instructors using the latest innovations in sail training. ISC offers affordable sailing at all our locations in Oregon and Washington. Combined, the school and club allows sailors the opportunities to learn and gain experience in a nurturing environment to achieve qualifications needed to charter internationally. Learn more about Island Sailing...

Texas

Landfall Sailing

Austin, TX, USA

Rated 5/5 by 27 students

Landfall Sailing is a flagship NauticEd practical training school. Our instructors have over 20 years of sailing and chartering experience that include the Texas Gulf Coast, open water offshore crossings, British Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico and the California coast. Our boats are meticulously maintained and appointed with modern electronics. If you want to improve your skills or gain the competence & credentials to go yacht chartering in the Caribbean or Europe, we are here to help you. Learn more about Landfall Sailing...

NauticEd HQ Sailing School

Austin, TX, USA

Rated 5/5 by 3 students

Austin, Texas is the Headquarters for NauticEd and it's fitting that we also have a flagship sailing school in Austin. Whether you're looking for crew, skipper or bareboat training, come play with us and learn from the best. You will learn on our modern and fully appointed Beneteau 373. If you're from out of town - even better - come enjoy Austin's night life and learn to sail by the day. If you're in Austin we also have a fractional membership plan. Learn more about NauticEd HQ Sailing School...

Texas Sailing

Austin, TX, USA

Rated 4.8/5 by 1 student

Texas Sailing, located on Lake Travis in Austin, Texas, is owned by sailors, run by sailors, for sailors. Established in 1965, Texas Sailing has set the standard for sailing lessons, sailboat charters, and yacht sales in Central Texas. Come sail with us! We are a full service sailing facility providing: * US Sailing Certifications * Beneteau Yacht Sales * Precision Sailboat Sales * Sail and Power Brokerage * Yacht Charter Management * Sailing Lessons * Bareboat and Captained Charters * Corp Learn more about Texas Sailing...

University of Texas Sailing Club

Austin, TX, USA

UTSC is dedicated to providing an organized sailing program, improving the sailing ability of every member, and promoting recreational and competitive sailing among all members of the UT community. Since 1970, UTSC has strove to provide quality sailing education for our members on craft ranging from windsurfing boards to keelboats. Learn more about University of Texas Sailing Club...

Grant headifen

Private Instructor - Austin, TX, USA

I have been sailing since I was 8 years old. Since then I have sailed in just about every yacht charter location on the planet. I sail small keelboat, large keelboats, small and large catamarans. If it has a sail - I can sail on it and teach on it. I have a huge passion for teaching - my specialty is maneuvering the boat in the marina. Learn more about Grant headifen...

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Yachtcations

Kemah, TX, USA

Highly experienced professional charter captain, new Lagoon 450F, UT educated, and an all around fun sailor. Learn more about Yachtcations...

Dallas Sail School

Lewisville, TX, USA

New to sailing or just looking to refresh your skills, Dallas Sail School courses are designed to expand your skills, whatever your level of expertise. Your classroom is the S/v "DinaZ" at the Lake Lewisville, Texas. Your instructor is a U.S. Coast Guard Licensed Captain. With over 30 years of experience and hundreds of trained skippers to our credit, you can trust us to provide you with the training you need to enjoyably and safely sail on Lake Lewisville! Learn more about Dallas Sail School...

Sail With Scott LLC

Rockwall, TX, USA

Sail on "Seawolf" a forty foot wooden sailing catamaran located on Lake Ray Hubbard. Get on the water experience at $25 per two hour sail. You will be part of the working crew during charters. "Seawolf" sails every evening and during most days, so you have a wide range of times available to learn. Learn more about Sail With Scott LLC...

Joe Instructor

Private Instructor - Lakeway, TX, USA

Teaching sailing is my passion - has been for 10 years now. I have taught hundreds of students to be confident and competent sailing small to large sailboats. My joy is when they call me back asking for more training to a higher level. Come join me now on our modern fleet of training sailboats. Learn more about Joe Instructor...

Location notes: I teach at this location year round.

Utah

Bonneville School of Sailing and Seamanship

Provo, UT, USA

Rated 5/5 by 2 students

Bonneville School of Sailing has seen many of it's graduates and participants go on to sail distant oceans, purchase their own boats and live their sailing dreams. We offer Basic, Intermediate, & Advanced Learn to Sail Courses, as well as Corporate Retreats, Team Building Events, and Sunset Cruises. Our on-the-land classes include Celestial Navigation, Boat Building/Restoration and Offshore Passage Making. Learn more about Bonneville School of Sailing and Seamanship...

Virgin Islands

Virgin Islands Yacht Charters

Frydenhoj, VI, USA

Virgin Islands Yacht Charters is the premier charter base for bareboat and captained charters in the US Virgin Islands. Travel to the USVI is simple and there can be a significant costs savings when flying into St Thomas. Given our location on the East End of St Thomas makes sailing into the BVI smooth and easy whether you're on one of our beautiful Fountaine Pajot Catamarans or luxurious Jeanneau 54 Monohulls. We love these beautiful islands and look forward to sharing that with you! Learn more about Virgin Islands Yacht Charters...

Island Hopper Sailing Academy

St Thomas, VI, USA

Whether your goal is to pick up sailing as a hobby, start taking your friends and family on bareboat sailing charter vacations, or you want to learn how to get started safely and confidently in the liveaboard cruiser lifestyle, you've come to the right place. Our knowledgeable instructors are happy to teach you what they're passionate about. We call the Virgin Islands home and will show you the best of what these islands have to offer while getting you ready to skipper your own boat. Learn more about Island Hopper Sailing Academy...

Vermont

International Sailing School & Club

Colchester, VT, USA

Rated 5/5 by 2 students

Providing excellence in sail education since 1981 on Lake Champlain, Vermont. Two & five day sailing courses from May - September with gorgeous mountain vistas and fresh, clear water. Learn-to-Sail or Cruise in a "hands-on", repetitious drill environment. ISS offers a free week of sailing privileges following your course, study materials and certification included. Visit us in Vermont and become a competent & safe sailor!!! Learn more about International Sailing School & Club...

Washington

Anacortes Yacht Charters

Anacortes, WA, USA

Certified Yachting and Sailing school in the Seattle, Anacortes area. Beginning and Advanced Power courses in both single and twin engine. Learn more about Anacortes Yacht Charters...

Island Sailing

Gig Harbor, WA, USA

Rated 4.86/5 by 281 students

Island Sailing

Kirkland, WA, USA

Rated 4.86/5 by 281 students

Island Sailing

Olympia, WA, USA

Rated 4.86/5 by 281 students

Wisconsin

Superior Charters

Bayfield, WI, USA

Rated 4.85/5 by 12 students

Come sail the famous Apostle Islands on Lake Superior. Set sail from Bayfield, Wisconsin. Sail among 22 islands, crystal clear waters, white sandy beaches, sea caves and light houses make up this stunning cruising grounds. Boasting over 40 boats in the charter fleet, Superior Charters offers you a wide range of boats - from a 31' Pearson to 57' Jeanneau Yacht. New to sailing or want to refresh your skills, our sailing school has been training skippers since 1979. Contact us today! Learn more about Superior Charters...

True North Maritime Academy

Milwaukee, WI, USA

We provide a pathway for individuals interested in or dedicated to the boating lifestyle to gain and enhance their seamanship skills through education and certification. We offer an interactive, supportive, community environment for individuals to thrive, succeed, and meet their goals. Learn more about True North Maritime Academy...

Apply to be a NauticEd Affiliated Practical Training School

The NauticEd online sailing courses supplement practical training performed by a sailing school. With NauticEd, you can take as long as you need to complete a sailing course, take the tests as many times as you like and review the content for life.

Your sailing school instructor will digitally sign off on your sailing certification when you pass your practical hands-on sailing training. Your sailing certificate is then updated in real-time for you to print out and hang with pride on your office wall. Each time you pass another sailing course, your sailing certificate is automatically updated.