Day Skipper Course

Choose from ASA or Sail Canada

Based in the scenic cruising grounds of the Gulf Islands, this 5 day, comprehensive course covers boat handling and safe seamanship practices as well as introducing the basics of coastal navigation. After departing our base, you'll spend five days on board a 34 - 40 ft sailboat, cruising and learning through some of the most spectacular waters in the world. You'll spend each night either at anchor under the stars or secured at a cozy marina.

Prices include:

• 5 nights live aboard accommodation (linens) 
• 4PM on Sunday, Instructor carries out Orientation, you visit town, have dinner and sleep aboard
• Instruction & course materials for the certification of your choice, recommend ASA
• breakfast, lunch and supper and snacks etc
• You learn the art of sailing
• cooking aboard, navigator, skipper and keeping the yacht tidy.
• a few nights at anchor and in docks of the teams choice.
• Return to dock on Friday around 2PM, clean up, complete exams and all documentation.
• Off you go with some real good sailing skills and ready for your next level of training.
• Ask about IPC logbook for international recognition.
• Should you prefer private instruction for yourself and your  crew, contact our office for private cruise and learn details

​Additional Costs:​

• ASA Certification Fee:      $75 per person (Includes certificate & 1 year membership )
• IPC Fee :    $140  - International Proficiency Certificate
• ASA Exams:      $35 per exam    (ASA-105 $65)

​As a sailing school, we provide the highest level of instruction, from beginner to offshore, by using the most comprehensive and modern methods of instruction, the most personable and knowledgeable instructors and the finest yachts. To ensure optimum personal attention, there is a limit to the number of students per course.  ​

We have chosen certification for international recognition, unsurpassed beginner to offshore modular workbook system, and the quality of instructors developed by the clinics. Our certification also qualifies the holder for significant insurance discounts on privately owned vessels and meets the requirements for the Canadian Coast Guard Operator Licensing Standard.