START KEELBOAT SAILING
Start Keelboat Sailing course on the Ottawa River
OBJECTIVE: 
In this 2-day Sail Canada course you will be introduced to the language of sailing. In a relaxed environment, we will show you the principles of how a sailboat moves through the water using the wind. You will learn about basic seamanship skills, boat handling under sail and power, boat safety equipment & how to tie some popular sailing knots. By the end of this course, you will be able to act as crew to safely sail in familiar waters on a small keelboat sailboat similar to the one in this picture.
PREREQUISITE: None
COURSE OPTIONS:
- 14-hours
- Maximum of 4 students per boat
- Courses taught aboard our 22 – 24 foot keelboats: Tanzer, Sonar, or Shark
- 3 students required for the course to run
** Quelques un de ces cours son aussi offert en français. Communiquez avec nous pour obtenir plus des détails.
FEE:
$625 + HST (per person; minimum of 3 students). Contact us for more details.
CERTIFICATION AWARDED: Sail Canada Start Keelboat Sailing Standard.
How do I get started?
- Review the course schedule to find a class that suits your needs.
- Register by adding your course choice to your shopping cart and proceeding to the checkout or calling the office at 613-721-8683.
- Take the on water course and complete course handouts to obtain certification.
Start Keelboat Sailing or Basic Cruising?
The difference between Start Keelboat Sailing and Basic Cruising primarily lies in the depth of knowledge covered, and the intended outcome for the student.
Which One is Right for You?
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Start Keelboat Sailing: Ideal for those who want to learn basic sailing on a smaller boat in a short time (14 hours).
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Basic Cruising: A more comprehensive (28-hour) course for those wishing to learn how to ‘skipper’ or helm a sailboat. This is course is also an excellent stepping stone for those planning to sail keelboats, have their own keelboat, charter or cruise.
