Sailing
and Windsurfing Courses
Our classes start with the basics and are designed
for the complete beginner. All classes include several hours of
shore based instruction before students take to the water. Sessions
cover a variety of essential sailing skills - major course topics
include:
Knot Tying (knots
hold the boat together)
Rigging (boat assembly)
Sailing Terminology
Sailing Theory (basic aerodynamics and hydrodynamics)
Boating Safety
Boating Laws
On water sessions provide step-by-step instruction
and plenty of hands-on practice of basic sailing techniques. Students
will not be "along for the ride"; they will be operating
the boat as the "skipper". Our objective is to provide
the student with the basic knowledge and skills needed to pursue
the sport safely on their own after the class is over. Everyone
will be sailing solo before we’re finished. Our rental program
allows students to extend their skill practice at their own pace
following the course.
Our equipment was specifically chosen with the
novice student in mind. Our boats are simple and stable yet responsive
enough for students to catch on quickly. Students will not be confused
by any high tech equipment. Students will be able to rig the boats
before the class is over.
We provide all the required safety equipment and
our vest style life jackets were purchased with student comfort
in mind. The student provides only a few personal items including:
swimsuit, footwear, towel, sunglasses, lunch, etc. An advance mailing
of a student packet will include a checklist of things to bring,
textbook, map to course site and other course materials.
Team Building Events
We offer adventure-based team building outings customized and scheduled to meet the needs of your business and employees. Sailing activities by nature require teamwork and excellent communication skills. Our team building events provide a fun approach to meeting a group challenge and developing problem solving skills. Participants obtain the sailing skills enabling them to pursue the sport and enhance their healthy, active lifestyle. Call for details.
Group Rates (6 or more) are available for both
classes and rentals. We will bring our sailboats or windsurfers
to your company picnic, family reunion, club or group outing.
Private Lessons are available by appointment for
students completing a basic course. Lessons can be taught on your
boat or ours. Call for details and rates.
Group leaders and individuals seeking private
instruction sessions may contact us at (740) 965-9775
** for details and rates.
** Local call from Columbus, OH.
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