Cruising Catamaran Instruction

Are you looking for the skills and confidence to successfully skipper a cruising catamaran? Look no further, we have what you are looking for! The Cruising Catamaran course teaches our students the skills necessary to enjoy sailing a larger yacht with confidence and safety. This is a combination Basic Cruising and Bare Boat Certification course. Our US SAILING Certified Instructors work with the students to cover a broad spectrum of topics inside and outside the boat, for a well rounded education. The result is a quality, comprehensive learning experience on a brand new Manta 42 MK IV catamaran.

Special Note: If you're looking for an exclusive Manta Catamaran class, please see our Manta Education page for details.

Please add 6% Florida sales tax to all rates quoted.

Accomodations Aboard: Two queen size private staterooms for either a single client or a couple. We guarantee a private berth.

Included Instruction Texts

Cruising Catamaran Curriculum Trip Planning & Weather Forecasting Provisioning and Galley Skills Preparation to Sail: inspections & inventory Machinery Operation: engines, generators, & windlasses Systems Operation: fresh water, heads, & electrical systems Crew Operations and Skills Leaving & Returning to the Dock/Mooring Sail Trim & Reefing Inshore Navigation (Piloting) Heavy Weather Sailing Overboard Recovery Methods Anchoring Techniques - 1 & 2 anchors Dingy Use & Management Understanding Bareboat Charter Responsibilities