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• Adventure sailing. Learn while you cruise under sail. 2021 was a circumnavigation of the UK! So loads of mile building for those who needed it. 2024 Back to Norway via Scilly, Ireland, West coast of Scotland, Orkney and Shetland.

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Outremer Academy: catamaran training

To fully support the preparation of your journey, we offer a wide range of catamaran training courses tailored to your unique needs. Learn from our experienced instructor – sailors.

Outremer Week

Follow a unique catamaran training program, created by Outremer for its community of passionate owners!

The Outremer Week is 5 days of intensive training, to help quickly gain or improve your skills.

Rendezvous under the sun of La Grande-Motte, France, only a few steps away from the Outremer shipyard, for a week combining training lessons on land and at sea, and moments of relaxation and conviviality to encourage exchanges between participants.

Led by qualified speakers

This week of catamaran training will teach you all you need to know about blue water cruising and allow you to prepare your sailing project, improve your theoretical and practical nautical knowledge, share your experience and your passion with other Outremer owners.

Adapt your schedule of courses

According to your needs, choose from the various training modules offered: weather routing, electronics, medical, port and sea maneuvers, and more. Benefit from our full support package to quickly set sail on your catamaran, safely, comfortably, and with complete peace of mind!

We offer two editions a year

Attend Outremer Week Spring and/or Outremer Week Fall, with courses in French and English to best cater to our international community.

Over 10 nationalities were represented during our recent edition 2022!

❝ What a great week! We really enjoyed being in La Grande Motte and learned so much during these days. But beside the content we really felt part of the family and really appreciated your warm, competent and very caring approach to all our wishes.❞

Bent and Andrea – Future owners of an Outremer 45 – Participants of Outremer Week Spring 2021

Year-round training courses

Mixed and Ladies Only, our courses are tailored to your unique needs to allow you to apprehend your Outremer and thus leave for your sailing adventure with complete peace of mind

Ladies Only (courses exclusively for women)

In a totally relaxed atmosphere, gain the necessary autonomy to sail your blue water catamaran with confidence, alone or with your partner, thanks to our training courses exclusively dedicated to women, called Ladies Only.

The instructor, in this case the yachtswoman Nikki Henderson, adapts to the different profiles and levels, although the content of the women’s catamaran training remains similar to that of the mixed courses.

As a group, learn to:

– Tack and gyb easily and safely – Hoist and trim the different sails – Reef, learn the range of use of the sails and optimize according to the crew – Manage sailing maneuvers

Mixed (courses addressed to both men and women)

Do you need a helping hand to improve your sailing skills on an Outremer? Several times a year, we offer mixed courses that take place over a weekend in La Grande-Motte, France.

Take the opportunity to familiarize yourself with the boat. This will be an excellent foretaste, with complete immersion: you will be asked to handle the maneuvers yourself and spend the night on board, with meals included.

– Prepare the catamaran for sailing and anchoring – Practice maneuvering with the engine and under sail – Practice port entry and exit maneuvers – Anticipate winds and weather: use technical aids, VHF, forecasts, barometer – Use safety equipment and procedures – Maneuver in port

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Progress quickly with Outremer personalized coaching, available upon request Example of topics addressed: maneuvers, optimizing sail trim, the basics of racing…

Catamaran Sailing Confidence | Online Course

Confidently catamaran: learn to sail catamarans.

Set sail with confidence on large catamarans by enrolling in our Catamaran Sailing Confidence online course. Whether you're planning a sailing vacation or considering purchasing a catamaran, this course equips you with the knowledge needed to sail and maneuver catamarans safely and efficiently.

This online course covers everything from understanding the unique characteristics of catamarans to mastering essential sailing techniques such as tacking and gybing. With helpful animations illustrating catamaran maneuvering, you'll gain a deeper understanding of these multi-hulled vessels.

Ideal for both beginners and experienced sailors, this course is essential for anyone looking to confidently sail a catamaran. Enroll now and set sail with confidence on your next adventure.

Estimated Time: 3 hours Price: $39   $27 You save $12.00 (31%)

Register for the Catamaran Sailing Confidence online course and learn how to sail large catamarans on your own or on sailing vacations. This course includes tips and tricks from the pros for chartering and sailing catamarans.

If you're planning to sail or charter a sailing catamaran, this course will build upon your keelboat training and experience to give you the confidence to safely and efficiently sail a catamaran. From understanding the differences between catamarans and monohulls to mastering the techniques of tacking and gybing a catamaran, this course will provide you with the skills and knowledge necessary to handle a catamaran with confidence.

Includes helpful animations to help you understand catamaran maneuvering - a key difference between monohulls and catamarans.

Whether you are a beginner or an experienced sailor, this course is a must for anyone looking to competently sail a catamaran with confidence and skill. Enroll now and take the first step towards mastering the art of catamaran sailing.

This Catamaran Sailing Confidence Course is for you if...

• You're going to be sailing catamarans on a bareboat yacht charter vacation
• You've even considered catamaran charter
• You are thinking about buying a catamaran
• Or if you're just looking to upgrade your existing boat, you may want to investigate catamaran sailing

We guarantee both your satisfaction AND Lifetime access to any sailing course you buy from us

The Catamaran Sailing Confidence Course is presented in three modules in English and in French

• 1. Aboard your Catamaran
• docking a catamaran under power
• mooring and anchoring
• effective use of spring lines
• the sails and forces on them
• under sail on a catamaran
• tacking a catamaran
• gybing a catamaran
• reefing and heavy weather

More about the Catamaran Sailing Confidence Online Course

• Learn how to sail large catamarans on your own or on a sailing vacation
• View an excerpt from the Catamaran Sailing Confidence Course
• Essential tips for sailing a large catamaran
• This Catamaran Sailing Course takes approximately 3 hours of total time to complete
• Take as long as you need to complete
• Return as many times as you like to review
• Take the online test as many times as you like
• Adds the Catamaran Sailing Confidence Endorsement to your Sailing Certificate
• Highly advised by charter companies for a Catamaran Charter Sailing Vacation
• A PDF version is available for offline reading after your investment
• Also Available on the iTunes App Store

Watch this video on the Catamaran Sailing Confidence Online Course

Why this Course?

Sailing a large catamaran is not really too much different from sailing a monohull but catamaran sailing has a few tricks and nuances that you ought to know first especially if you're going on a bareboat yacht charter with a catamaran.

You'll invest about 3 hours of your time to add this Catamaran Sailing Confidence Course to your NauticEd Sailing Resume. The cost of the sailing course is just $39 ( for a limited introductory period it is $27). Once you've finished the course you'll have complete confidence that you can transition your existing monohull sailing skills to sailing a catamaran . And if you're going on a bareboat yacht charter, yacht charter companies will be more inclined to accept your charter request with Catamaran sailing knowledge on your Sailing Resume and Certification.

You'll learn the tricks of sailing a catamaran and maneuvering a catamaran so that you'll know what to do in potentially dangerous situations. The information contained will make sailing a catamaran much more enjoyable and less stressful the first time out and you'll have the confidence that maneuvering a catamaran is now easily within your abilities.

As with all NauticEd sailing lessons, you can return as many times as you like to brush up on sailing a catamaran skills and if you're not completely satisfied, we'll happily refund your investment. Feel free to contact NauticEd Sailing School at any time.

The Catamaran Sailing Confidence Course was co-authored by several experts in sailing catamarans throughout the world: Nick Harvey of  Lagoon Catamarans and Captain Grant Headifen, 50 Ton USCG Master Mariner and Director of Education for NauticEd. Additional guidance and input were provided by George Day, Publisher of Blue Water Sailing Magazine and Multihull Quarterly Magazine.

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Student Reviews

It was very clear to understand

Excellent info to multi hull systems

Great course, good tips about safety

Great insight.

Pointing out the excellence and safety issues with cats. I had a 43-foot one for 8 years and miss it a lot.

I've chartered big cats twice but I didn't know the trick to get the bow to pass through the wind easily until I took this course. That alone was worth the price of the course. Very cool!

Good for understanding the basics!

Sailing a cat is definitely different from sailing a monohull. This course walks you through the differences and prepares you for your first experience with a cat. That being said, it is not a substitute for hands on and time on task. You have to get on a cat and practice to become proficient at handling a cat both under sail and power.

As an experienced monohull sailor, I found this to be right on point. The maneuvering session was extremely helpful and the simulations instructive. The information about sail loads and dangerous situations was new to me: I am very glad I got to go through this before my charter.

Very good testing approach

Veoma profesionalan i koristan kurs Very professional course

Excerpt from the course

And if there weren't enough advantages to sailing a catamaran here is another.

The mainsail traveler on a catamaran is significantly longer than on a cruising monohull. Thus you can take real advantage of this. The mainsail can now be adjusted in 2 different ways: using the traveler line or by adjusting the mainsheet.

When sailing close hauled on a catamaran in heavier air, move the traveler upwind (on the opposite side of the sail) and let off on the main sheet. This will allow the boom to rise a little and "twist out" the top of the sail. Twisting the sail out "deflates" the top of the sail and should be done in the case of slightly stronger winds. In light air, make sure that the top of the mainsail is not “losing air” meaning, keep the traveler close to the center and tighten the mainsheet to make sure the main cannot open up at the top.

As soon as the breeze kicks up, bring your traveler up a bit more and ease the mainsheet so that the boom does not come past the center point.

Once out sailing you'll be able to dispel one of the biggest "myths" surrounding catamarans because modern cats actually do point pretty well!!

The flatter the water, the better they will point and it'll be possible to sail in the high 30s degrees off the wind if your cat has the genoa tracks up on the coach roof, you will have a nice tight sheeting angle allowing you to go upwind comfortably.

As soon as you bear away from the wind slightly, you will want to bring the mainsail traveler down to leeward and start easing the mainsail (similar to a monohull).

Thinking about a bareboat yacht charter with a catamaran? Register now for the Catamaran Sailing Confidence Clinic . Money back Guarantee - if you don't like it - no questions just your money back.

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ASA Sailing School for Catamaran Cruisers & Liveaboards

Build sailing techniques & prepare for the sailing lifestyle.

ASA sailing school & Live-Aboard Instructors

A catamaran sailing school was unheard of years ago. In the early days of Catamaran Guru, catamaran experts, Stephen & Estelle Cockcroft kept their cruising kitty going by teaching American Sailing Association courses and offered liveaboard orientation experiences aboard their monohull and later their catamarans. They know by experience that a liveaboard seaschool is the best way to learn to sail.

Though no longer offering instruction or liveaboard orientation experiences themselves, their passion to help others follow their nautical dreams of yacht ownership has kept them involved in sail training and hands-on cruising lifestyle experiences.

Why catamaran sailing school is important

The ASA sail training courses provide a good grounding for all new sailors and advanced courses increase competency and confidence. While learning to sail monohulls will provide many useful basics of sailing knowledge, instruction aboard a catamaran, and even better aboard your catamaran or a similar model is the best possible scenario.

Getting yacht insurance , especially a policy you can afford, requires proven related boating experience. The only way to get that experience safely is with a catamaran sailing school that offers liveaboard hands-on experiences.

Another vital role sea school plays for cruisers is getting the enthusiasm and confidence of the first mate up. While not always the case, often one partner in a sailing duo is the driving force of the cruising life dream while the other is often reluctant. Here are our tips on overcoming the reluctance of a catamaran cruising partner .

The top tip is to participate in a liveaboard experience with a seaschool even before you buy a boat. 

Weeklong liveaboard sailing school is invaluable for anyone who plans to own their own boat, but especially those who plan to be full-time cruisers. During these hands-on sailing experiences, your seaschool instructor combines our real-life practical methods with the most up-to-date sailing theory courses. These experiences set you up to enjoy a stress-free cruising lifestyle. Especially when you can train aboard your own boat, you can become comfortable with your equipment and configurations for operation and safety.

You not only learn how to be a team as you sail, anchor, trim sails, and navigate safely from point A to point B, you also get your questions answered by experienced liveaboard sailors about how to downsize, provision for long cruises, and mostly, how to enjoy watching the sunset in a gorgeous anchorage with your favorite beverage in hand.

CATAMARAN SAILING SCHOOLS & LIVEABOARD EXPERIENCES

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Week-Long Liveaboard Courses Rare RYA Classes & Certifications

Catamaran Guru’s real-life practical methods combined with up-to-date sailing theory in lessons aboard recent model catamarans…or your own boat! 

Prepare for certifications or take the first step aboard to embark on your dream life of boat ownership or cruising

Classes in S Florida and the Bahamas.

Our Seaschool Students Excel As Sailors & Cruisers

We are very proud of our former seaschool students. Most of them have embraced yachting, sailing, and cruising in some way or another. Many of our graduates have successfully own their own boats. Some are long-term cruisers or charter boat owners and some have even done successful circumnavigations. Others have done long-term sabbaticals and several liveaboard school graduates have even moved on to successful careers in the marine industry as yacht brokers, charter yacht operators, and charter management.

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Sailing Masterclass

Catamaran sailing.

Experience 36 video instruction in easily digestible sections, clear concise training filmed in the Bahamas. Professional animations break down complex concepts into easy to understand actions. 12 optional quizzes.

COURSE CURRICULUM

Chapter 1: critical skills.

Start Here - Welcome

CATAMARAN TERMINOLOGY

LEAVING DOCK

Leaving The Dock Quiz

RAISING MAINSAIL

Raising The Mainsail Quiz

UNFURLING YOUR JIB_GENOA

Unfurling Jib - Quiz

PERFECT SAIL TRIM

Sail Trim quiz

TACKING 101

Tacking 101 Quiz

REEFING THE MAINSAIL

Reefing Quiz

CREW OVERBOARD

Crew Overboard Quiz

FURLING THE JIB_GENOA

Furling Your Jib/Genoa Quiz

LOWERING THE MAINSAIL

Lowering Your Mainsail Quiz

ANCHORING 101 - Dropping

Anchoring Quiz

Anchoring 101 - Retrieving

MOORING BALLS - PICKING UP AND DEPARTING

Picking Up a Mooring Quiz

DOCKING ARRIVING

Docking Arriving Quiz

Chapter 2: Important

Message From Your Instructor

WINCH SAFETY

VHF OPERATION AND PROTOCOLS

NAVIONICS AND ELECTRONIC NAVIGATION

HEAVY WEATHER

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ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING

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INTRO TO MARINE HEADS

MARINE STOVE

LINE HANDLING 101

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Kevin Carey

“Excellent content and delivery! Getting more and more excited for my live-aboard course.”

Richard Brown

“Clear, concise and attention keeping. Couldn't wait until the next video.”

Jonathan M Augelli

“This course was awesome. There were great videos that covered all the key aspects of sailing on a catamaran. Tons of super helpful tips that I will be using on my next trip too. The visualizations were top notch as well. Great course. I highly...”

“This course was awesome. There were great videos that covered all the key aspects of sailing on a catamaran. Tons of super helpful tips that I will be using on my next trip too. The visualizations were top notch as well. Great course. I highly recommend!”

Parker Vanderhoof

“Great refresher training and perfect for bringing new boat mates up speed on many of the aspects of sailing. I highly recommend these training videos for those bringing new crew members who are new to sailing on their charter. ”

Meleney Scudder

“I really enjoyed the text and videos and thought they were very well done.”

Courses adapted to all levels!

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Learn to sail a catamaran on the French Riviera

• 5 days, 4 nights or 7 days, 6 nights
• Departure Hyères (France)

Would you like to learn to sail on a catamaran? With our 4 programs ( 5 day initiation course , 5 day development course , 7 day progress course and 7 day Chief of Watch course ) Improve your technical and practical knowledge of sailing to gain autonomy. Vast experience and professionalism means your trainer will adapt to your level and your expectations. Together, you will map your navigation area, according to your desires and weather conditions.

Cruise Highlights

• Learning alongside a trained professional
• Improve your sailing and motor manoeuvres
• Gaining confidence and autonomy
• 4 total cabins
• 8 people max
• 1 crew members

Sail the sea aboard a Lagoon 380, 11.5 metres long and 6.5 metres wide. It is the perfect vessel for a learning experience. Its versatility will guarantee comfort at sea and great performance under sail. The helm station is easily accessible from the cockpit and offers good visibility of the sea. Between manoeuvres, you can relax in the cockpit or lie down for a few minutes and sunbathe.

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The owner reserves the right to replace with a different boat model of the same quality and performance

During sailing courses, we limit the number of participants to 5 people maximum . Receive a 10% discount if a second person accompanies you in a shared cabin.

Itinerary of your cruise

We offer catamaran training according to levels. Whether completing a level 1 or level 4 course, your trainer will adapt to your expectations. On the program: manoeuvres, seamanship, sailing, docking, reefing, safety... The objective for you is to gain sailing autonomy!

For each level, you will learn 5 key skills: safety, piloting, sailing, life on board and maintenance. Navigate along the coast for about 100 miles between St Tropez and the Calanques, through the unmissable islands of Hyères, Porquerolles, Port Cros and the Presqu'île de Giens. Nights are spent at anchor, depending on the weather and a port stopover is possible during the training, depending on the weather conditions. On levels 3 & 4, it is possible to make a crossing to Corsica if weather conditions allow. Below is the content for each level:

∼ Level 1 - Initiation - 5 days ∼

• Safety : know how to equip and familiarise yourself with the equipment of the catamaran.
• Piloting : know how to read and locate areas on a map; perform the landscape/map link and learn how to follow a course.
• Sailing : know how to prepare for sailing, as well as prepare the engine and learn how to use the helm and sail when sailing.
• Life on board : respect the instructions of preservation of the environment; adopt the gestures of respect for the marine environment and know the rules of the route.
• Maintenance : learn how to make marine knots and know the elements of a catamaran.

∼ Level 2 - Development - 5 days ∼

• Safety : know the location of the equipment; know how to identify the elements that represent or prevent a hazard and know how to assess the strength of the wind and the state of the sea (Beaufort and Douglas Scales).
• Piloting : know the departure area.
• Sailing : know how to prepare for sailing, as well as prepare the engine, maintain a fixed trajectory, shock or border the sail at the right time, adapt the sail opening to the pace, know how to choose and adjust its trajectory, turn and impale without stopping.
• Life on board : identify natural species and apply the rules of the route.
• Maintenance : monitor the condition of the equipment.

∼ Level 3 - Evolution (mid-shore) - 7 days ∼

• Safety : have more knowledge about the location and use of the equipment; know how to assess the requirements of a navigational situation; participate in the choice of a program or a navigation zone using your knowledge of the weather and local phenomena; and master safety manoeuvres in difficult conditions and in all positions.
• Piloting : know how to develop and follow a route; identify the presence and orientation of the current.
• Sailing : know how to rig and adapt the wing for different weather conditions; maintain balance at the sail and helm; know how to identify and manage its navigational speed; know how to perform manoeuvres in all positions and engine manoeuvres (out of port or in a port).
• Life on board : respect other users.
• Maintenance : know the fundamentals of seamanship for repair and monitor the condition of the vessel.

∼ Level 4 - Chief of Watch (Offshore) - 7 days ∼

• Safety : choose the right equipment for sea levels and conditions; organise safety on board and prepare the boat; determine the navigation zone according to weather information and possible hazards; know the alert and reporting procedures.
• Piloting : know how to locate on a map and on the water.
• Sailing : be able to coordinate the crew and perform departure/arrival manoeuvres; coordinate actions at the helm; adjust settings according to speed, wind and sea conditions; turn and impale with control of the angle on exit; be able to reach a point in the water without increasing the route (frame concept); be able to manage all positions in coordination with the crew; perform and coordinate all engine manoeuvres.
• Life on board : Participate in collective tasks; know the rules of access and preservation of natural sites.
• Maintenance : regularly monitor the condition of the vessel.
• Do not hesitate to contact us so that we can guide you to the course suitable for your level.

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Our customers' reviews of this boat

4,4 · 14 reviews

Toujours d'excellents formateurs sur un terrain de jeu de rêve.

Stage niveau 2 lagoon 380

Accueil très sympa de la part du chef de base. De la plce pour stationner son véhicule (C5) parking fermé par un portail à code. Le 🚢 "TARAWA 3" pas tout jeune mais très bien entretenu. Les repas étaient bons. Le stage fût au dessus de mes attentes et la formatrice, d'une pédagogie et une gentillesse incroyable. Je reviendrai très sûrement pour le niveau 3 avec un catamaran plus grand je l'espère.

Un séjour qui transforme !

Voilà un stage qui m’a véritablement apporté. Les étapes d’apprentissages sont conscientisées, testées, éprouvées, on a le temps de se tromper et de recommencer. Quand on en sort on sent que c’est du solide! Sans compter l’ambiance, cool et efficace à la fois. N’hésitez pas!

Enrichissant

J’ai passé un stage de qualité franchement. Très bon formateur professionnel et cool , destination sympathique, bateau très bien merci encore à refaire pour le niveau 3 à bientôt

Super séjour

nous avons passé un super week-end qui a dépassé toutes nos espérances! nous avons eu la chance d’être « surclassé » au niveau du bateau car nous devions avoir un Lagoon 380 et finalement nous avons eu le privilège d’avoir un Lagoon 42 quasi neuf…!! le bateau, l’accueil, l’équipe et notre super formateur… tout était parfait!!! on est déjà en train de regarder les dates pour le prochain stage 😜

Catamaran sympa

Je donne l'avis de mon mari qui a fait le stage. Il a trouvé le skipper efficace et recommandable et le cata impeccable. Il est revenu heureux d'avoir vécu ces moments forts en mer.

Excellente formation à la voile

Skipper au top, à l'écoute et motivé pour transmettre sa passion. Je mettrai un bémol au bateau, un Lagoon 380 certes bien entretenu, mais qui après 20 années de bons et loyaux services affiche quand même un peu de vétusté et de manque de confort. Un Lagoon 40S2 serait plus approprié. Merci à une équipe géniale !

Tres bon moment passé à bord

Tres belle croisière avec un bord très sympathique et un skipper très bienveillant et pédagogique que j’ai beaucoup apprécié. Le catamaran était confortable et le fait d’avoir une chambre individuelle très apprécié

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If you plan to charter catamarans or purchase your own boat the Live Aboard Cruising Course (OSS 103/104/114) or Catamaran Bareboat Charter Certification Course (OSS 103/104/114) on catamarans are the most popular choices. If you don’t have good small boat sailing skills, our Fast Track to Cruising® Course (OSS 101, OSS 103/104/114) is your ticket to sailing catamarans. You learn on cruising catamarans  with three or four private cabins, large open salon, galley with 360 degree views, a big trampoline forward for sunning, and spacious seating in the cockpit area. Catamaran Sailing Courses are available in Florida and the  British Virgin Islands , with a minimum of two participants required to start catamaran sailing courses (maximum four unless purchasing a Private Family Catamaran Course option).

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About the Catamaran Certification Course — OSS 103/104/114

“We had an amazing experience! We came away with way more knowledge and excitement to learn. Mike and I really only took this course because it was important to my brother-in-law who had a passion to learn and we wanted to spend time together. Neil took two beginners with only slight curiosity and made us extremely passionate to sail and continue the journey. We rented the 4600 catamaran right after our courses which will allow us to put all this great information to work.” Heather and Mike Nichols – Selana Beach, CA Read more testimonials here

Learning to Cruise is Fun and Rewarding on a Catamaran Sailing Vacation

Catamarans provide the ideal on-water classroom setting while enjoying a catamaran sailing vacation as you navigate from port to port. The huge airy salons on our catamarans, with 360 o visibility and lots of natural light, are a boon for pre-sail classroom sessions and after-sail relaxation. Each day you sail and navigate through the islands and along coastlines, putting to use all that you have learned. Preparation of meals is also an important part of this course. During your sailing catamaran charter, there is no professional chef. Your instructor will guide you in learning how to prepare meals aboard as all aboard take turns in the galley.

“Everything about my catamaran live aboard cruising course exceeded my expectations. Great sailing, the navigation and itinerary between islands were very well prepared, outstanding course content and sailing practice.” Vincent Schmitt – Hillsborough, NJ Read more testimonials here

The Catamaran Live Aboard Cruising Course Prepares You to Get the IPC for Chartering Overseas

If you plan to charter in Europe or other areas overseas, you may be required to show your certification credentials and an International Proficiency Certificate (IPC). The IPC is issued by US Sailing for a nominal fee, once you have obtained US Sailing Basic Keelboat, Basic Cruising, and Bareboat Cruising certifications. Offshore Sailing School also has a special IPC Prep with Barboat Cruising Certification and Cat Endorsement Course for those who already have big boat sailing experience. For more information, view details on US Sailing organization’s website here.

A Note About Night Sailing During a Live Aboard Cruising Course on Catamarans

Most charter agencies do not allow night sailing and require that you are anchored, docked or on a mooring before sunset. Night sailing is not covered in this course. For those planning to do long distance cruising, this is covered in Passage Making courses , the next step in your learning process. Take the first step and sign up for our learn to sail catamaran vacations below.

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