mileage builder clinic

Enjoy More Time Out On The Water.

Whether you are looking to review basic cruising skills or just want an instructor-led course to gain additional on-the-water experience, 3 hour “Refresher” or 1 or 3 day “Mileage Builder” courses will fit your needs to brush up on your skills and get more time and ‘miles’ out on the water.

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Further develop your skills to sail with confidence!

Our clinics may be customized such that each student on board can focus on those skills they wish to develop. Practice your points of sail, tacking & gybing, boat handling manoeuvres, docking, anchoring, crew overboard, sail trim, larger boat handling and more!
 

3-Hour Sailing Refresher Courses:

Are your sailing skills a little rusty? Perhaps you have just finished a Basic Cruising course but still need some additional time with an instructor to feel more confident. This 3 hour on the-water course will allow you to quickly fill in the knowledge gaps and give you the chance to practice a number of keelboat basic cruising skills.

  • 3- hours 
  • Taught on our T22, Shark or Sonar keelboats that have a tiller and outboard motor.
  • Small class size – maximum of 4 students (minimum of 3).

FEE:   Small Keelboat Refresher – $179 (min 3 students).    Go To Schedule

Perfect for sailors who want to gain further sailing experience or transfer their small keelboat skills to a larger keelboat.  Also a great stepping stone towards boat ownership or obtaining more time on the water as skipper in preparation for taking the Intermediate Learn-to-Cruise (bareboat) course. Have fun sailing with an experienced sailor while improving your boating handling skills, with an emphasis on safety, navigation, seamanship and docking.

  • 3-hours
  • Taught on a C&C 27 that has wheel steering and an inboard diesel engine.
  • Small class size – maximum of 4 students (minimum of 3).

FEE:  C&C 27 Refresher course (Ottawa) – $199 (min 3 students).  Go To Schedule

 

Docking Made Easy!

Docking can be one of the most challenging aspects of sailing. Avoid the fear and expensive repair bills of docking! Spend three hours on the water working on docking with confidence and close-quarter maneuvering. 

FEE:  Small Boat Docking 101 (Tanzer or Sonar) – $179 (min 3 students).    Go To Schedule

 

FEE:  Large Boat Docking 101 (C&C 27):  $199  (min 3 students).    Go To Schedule

 

Our Mileage Builder Courses

Sharpen your skills at the helm, tackle longer routes, and take the wheel of larger cruising boats as you explore new waters—from the Ottawa River and Kingston’s historic shores to the turquoise seas of the Caribbean. Whether you’re logging miles or reigniting your sailing passion, this hands-on experience will push your boundaries in all the right ways.
 

1-Day Mileage Builder Refresher: Shake Off the Rust & Sail with Confidence

Feeling a bit rusty at the helm? Just finished your Basic Cruising course but not quite ready to skipper solo? This one-day, on-the-water refresher is designed to boost your confidence and help you brush up on essential keelboat cruising skills with the support of a Sail Canada instructor.

You’ll have the chance to:

  • Reinforce key maneuvers and sail handling

  • Practice docking, reefing, and crew communication

  • Fill in knowledge gaps and ask questions in real time

  • Build confidence through hands-on experience

Course details:
🕘 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
⛵ Taught on T22, Shark, or Sonar keelboats (tiller & outboard)
👥 Small group format (3–4 students per course)

Whether you’re preparing for your next course or just want more time on the water, this practical refresher is a smart step toward becoming a more capable and confident sailor.

FEE:   Small Keelboat – Mileage Builder (Ottawa)  – $265 (min 3 students). Go To Schedule

1-Day Big Boat Mileage Builder: Step Up to Larger Keelboat Sailing

Ready to take the next step in your sailing journey? This 1-day, on-the-water mileage builder is perfect for sailors looking to gain experience on a larger cruising boat and bridge the gap between small keelboats and big-boat handling.

Whether you’re thinking about boat ownership, preparing for the Intermediate Learn-to-Cruise (bareboat) course, or just want more time on the water as skipper, this hands-on session will give you the skills and confidence to level up.

What you’ll gain:

  • Experience sailing a C&C 27 with wheel steering and inboard diesel engine

  • Practical training in navigation, docking, seamanship, and onboard systems

  • Real-time coaching from an experienced Sail Canada instructor

  • A fun, supportive environment with a focus on safety and skill-building

Course details:
🕘 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
⛵ Taught on a C&C 27 (wheel steering & inboard diesel)
👥 Small group format (3–4 students)

Sail, learn, and build confidence as you transition to bigger boats and longer cruising adventures.

    FEE:  C&C 27 Keelboat – Mileage Builder (Ottawa) – $315 (min 3 students) Go To Schedule

     

    3-Day Live-Aboard Mileage Builder: Experience Life on a Cruising Sailboat

    Loving your time on the water in Ottawa but ready to take your sailing adventures further? Join us in Kingston for a 3-day, 2-night live-aboard Mileage Builder designed to help you build skills and confidence while exploring the broader waters around Kingston.

    Sail a well-equipped Bavaria 36—a comfortable 36′ cruising yacht. With an experienced Sail Canada instructor-coach on board, you’ll gain valuable big boat experience while enjoying the rhythm of life afloat.

    What you’ll gain:

    • Practical experience living aboard and sailing a larger cruising boat

    • Hands-on navigation, anchoring, docking, and seamanship skills

    • A chance to sleep aboard at anchor and truly embrace the cruising lifestyle

    • Supportive coaching to help you grow your confidence and sailing independence

    Course details:
    🛥️ 3 days / 2 nights live aboard
    ⛵ Taught on a Bavaria 36 (wheel steering & inboard diesel)
    👥 Small group format (3–4 students)
    🌙 Nights spent anchored out under the stars

    This is the perfect next step for sailors working toward intermediate certification, preparing for future bareboat charters, or simply wanting to experience the freedom and challenge of cruising on a larger keelboat.

    FEE:  Bavaria 36′ Keelboat – Mileage Builder (Kingston) — Email Info@advantageboating.com for more details. (min 3 people; provisions are not included).  Go To Schedule

    PREREQUISITE: Sail Canada Basic Cruising (Skipper or Crew) Standard, CANSail 2 or the equivalent experience.

     

    Caribbean Mileage Builder: Sail Further. Learn More.

    Ready to take your sailing skills to the next level? Join us in the Caribbean for a Mileage Builder adventure with a certified Sail Canada instructor-coach. This is more than a getaway—it’s a hands-on learning experience designed to build your confidence, expand your cruising knowledge, and help you log valuable miles toward future certifications.

    What you’ll gain:

    • Experience on longer passages and multi-day itineraries

    • Time at the helm on larger cruising yachts

    • Advanced sail handling, navigation, and passage planning practice

    • Confidence sailing in Caribbean waters and tradewind conditions

    • Supportive coaching tailored to your experience level

    Sail alongside fellow learners in our learn-to-sail courses, in warm, turquoise waters—whether you’re brushing up on skills or preparing for your next certification, this course combines serious learning with unforgettable scenery.

    Limited spots available—set sail with us this winter!   

    To learn more, visit our Vacation Sailing Course page

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