Instructor Training

CYA Basic Cruising Instructor Course – $850

Course Material – $45

Sail training is one of the most rewarding and demanding teaching environments. If you have a passion for sailing and desire to teach we would love to hear from you.

Teaching man over board

This course demands a high level of personal sailing skill, theoretical knowledge and an aptitude for teaching. Certficated pre-requisites are;

  • 18 or older
  • CYA Basic Cruising Standard
  • CYA Coastal Navigation Standard
  • 2 or more years sailing experience
  • Current First Aid nationally recognized certificate in CPR level A or higher
  • Boat License
  • VHF ROC (Maritime) with DSC endorsement

If you have some but not all of the pre-requisites please contact us we are happy to assist you in meeting the requirements. A passion, skill and knowledge of the sport is key

Current Blue Instructors wishing to cross over to keelboat and yacht sailing are encouraged to contact us.

This course consists of a singlehanded sailing test and teaching workshops both in the classroom and afloat.

Upcoming Course Dates:

Recertification Clinics: TBA

Basic Cruising Instructor : TBA

Intermediate Cruising Instructor: TBA