Vancouver Island Yacht Charters

Catamaran Instruction 1599.00

Luxury sailing at its best.  Designed for sailors with prior monohull experience, learn to short-hand dock, sail, and handle a multihull in tidal waters.                     Topics covered include: Responsibilities of a Bareboat Skipper Crew safety checks Hull and rig checks Machinery and systems checks Fuel and water capacity and range Line Handling, Docking & Boat Handling Under Power Points of Sail & Sail Handling Vessel handling in confined quarters Man Overboard & Safety/Emergency Procedures Knots & Seamanship Boat and Engine Maintenance Tides, Currents, & Navigation Weather Patterns   Pre-Requisites: For students seeking certification for Bareboat Skipper – Catamaran, a minimum International Crew or equivalent with prior monohull sailing experience is required.   Catamaran Endorsements require the student to hold the equivalent monohull certification. Certifications: International Crew: $200 Bareboat Skipper w/ ICC – Catamaran: $350 Catamaran Endorsement: $200 VHF: $50 required for ICC (International Certificate of Competency) Qualifications to Bareboat Charter: Minimum of 3 weeks sailing experience on a  similar vessel and in tidal waters, and the completion of the Coastal Navigation course. CUSTOMIZED  CRUISE & LEARN COURSE ON A CATAMARAN   – CONTACT US TO PLAN THIS GREAT SAILING EXPERIENCE Please contact info@nanaimoyachtcharters.com […]

Bareboat Skipper: Power 1599.00

An ideal way to enjoy cruising on a power boat whilst learning all the skills to cruise safely in our coastal waters This course builds confidence

Coastal Navigation 1599.00

Coastal Navigation Course The Coastal Navigation course teaches you skills that ensure safe and successful navigation in coastal waters. A must for sailing along our coastal waters.

Bareboat Skipper: Sail 1599.00

Increase your knowledge – improve your boat handling skills in this 5 day cruise and learn sailing course.