Chart a successful course to becoming a skilled sailor! These home-study sailing lessons walk you through the navigation basics, from understanding nautical charts to mastering the tools that guide the way.
With instructor-led guidance and all the materials delivered right to your door, build the foundation you need for smooth sailing ahead.
Course start dates 2026: Basic Coastal Navigation
September 01
Sep 01 – 4pm: First Class Meeting and Orientation Session (45 min)
Sep 15 – 4pm: Livestream Lesson 1 (2 hours)
Sep 29 – 4pm: Livestream Lesson 2 (2 hours)
Oct 06 – 4pm: Exam (3 hours, hosted by Big Blue Sailing)
Oct 20 – 4pm: Exam Debrief and Review (60-90 min)
Mar 3
Oct 13 – 4pm: First Class Meeting and Orientation Session (45 min)
Oct 27 – 4pm: Livestream Lesson 1 (2 hours)
Nov 10 – 4pm: Livestream Lesson 2 (2 hours)
Nov 17- 4pm: Exam (3 hours, hosted by Big Blue Sailing
Dec 01 -4pm: Exam Debrief and Review (60-90 min)
Course start dates 2026: Intermediate Coastal Navigation
September 23
Sep 23 – 4pm: First Class Meeting and Orientation Session (45 min)
Oct 07 – 4pm: Livestream Lesson 1 (2 hours)
Oct 21 – 4pm: Livestream Lesson 2 (2 hours)
Oct 28 – 4pm: Exam (3 hours, hosted by Big Blue Sailing)
Nov 04 – 4pm: Exam Debrief and Review (60-90 min)
This course introduces you to the fundamental concepts of Basic and then Intermediate coastal navigation. Designed for beginners who want to gain a solid understanding of how to navigate coastal waters safely.
Remote – Instructor-guided via Zoom
Self-paced, start anytime
Textbook
Chart 3463 (Strait of Georgia, Southern Portion)
Plotting tools, including a parallel rule, dividers, pencil, and eraser
Watch videos as often as needed
Replay lessons to reinforce your understanding
Ask questions directly through private discussions
Gain a Sail Canada Basic Coastal Navigation certification
Pursue the Intermediate Coastal Navigation Standard or Intermediate Cruising Standard
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