Courses
Sailing courses offered by Learn to Sail Cleveland.
Learn to skipper a 20' – 27' sloop-rigged keelboat by day, in light to moderate winds and sea conditions. Learn basic sailing terminology, parts and functions, helm commands, basic sail trim, points of sail, buoyage, seamanship and safety including basic navigation rules to avoid collisions and hazards. 2 days.
Able to skipper and crew aboard a sloop-rigged keelboat of approximately 20 to 30 feet in length by day in winds up to 20 knots. Depart, sail, and return with control demonstrating teamwork. ASA 101 or equivalent sailing skills & experience.
Prerequisite: ASA 101. Learn to skipper a sloop-rigged auxiliary powered 25' – 35' keelboat by day in moderate winds and sea conditions. Covers cruising sailboat terminology, basic boat systems, auxiliary engine operation, docking procedures, intermediate sail trim, navigation rules, basic coastal navigation, anchoring, weather, safety and seamanship.
Prerequisite: ASA 101, 103. Learn how to sail a sloop-rigged, auxiliary powered 30' – 45' sailboat during a multi-day cruise upon inland/coastal waters in moderate/heavy winds and sea conditions. Covers provisioning, boat systems, auxiliary engines, advanced sail trim, coastal navigation, anchoring/mooring, docking, emergency operations, weather, and more.
Learn the navigational theory and practices for safe navigation of a sailing vessel in coastal and inland waters.
Master multihull physics, twin-engine docking, and safety systems for 30–50ft catamarans. Prerequisites required: ASA 101, 103, and 104. Perfect for skipper-level bareboat chartering!
Learn basic docking skills for boats with single inboard or outboard engines. Discover the basic theory and hands-on techniques needed to dock and undock boats in an efficient manner and without damage or injury.
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Learn the basics, take the tiller, and find out if the water's calling. Three hours, a certified instructor, and a sailboat. Open Sailing is a genuine first step, or next step, to comfort and confidence on the water. Wherever you are on your sailing journey, we'll meet you there and help you arrive at your sailing goal.
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