BAREBOAT CHARTERING

Dream of chartering a sailing yacht in exotic locations? Plan on purchasing your own big boat for live-aboard or retirement cruising? If so, this is the course for you! Join us as we live-aboard a 40 to 50 ft cruising yacht in the British Virgin Islands or Florida and teach you the skills needed to charter your own bare boat and safely cruise the worlds best sailing waters. This comprehensive course is designed to give you the skills required by charter boat companies and can be tailored to fit your schedule and sailing vacation requirements. 

Class curriculum includes;

• Planning and Provisioning - What should you bring and what should the charter company provide plus inside tips on how to save money. Checklists for all aspects of the boat and crew. 
• Big Boat Systems - Learn about electrical and fuel systems, marine heads, VHF radios and how to trouble shoot a diesel engine.
• Navigation - Learn how to plot a course and calculate for wind and current to safely arrive at your destination.
• Seamanship - Build the confidence necessary for a safe and rewarding experience. Know when, where and how to anchor with confidence. Gain the knowledge required to handle emergencies like a pro.