Intermediate Sailing Lessons


Objective: To be able to cruise safely in local waters in moderate wind and sea conditions by day suitable for bareboat chartering.

Emphasizes on-the-water skills acceptable for  bareboat chartering.

Master the skills that were taught in the Basic Cruising Course. Learn new anchoring techniques, emergency procedures, passage planning, navigation skills, electronic navigation, radio procedures, seamanship, boat systems, and maintenance.

“It takes a lot of patience to teach an old dog new tricks, but you did it. Thanks for your patience, it was a comfortable experience. I look forward to new challenges. I hope to see you again soon.”
Jack Neufeld – Coaldale Alberta

Taught in a 5-day live-aboard format. Board our custom 42′ yacht Kinohi in Vancouver, B.C. to depart for the Gulf Islands. Course includes onboard accommodation, food, study material, exam and certification.

CYA Intermediate Cruising Standard is the recommended Bareboat Charter standard for coastal cruising.

Prerequisites: Basic Cruising certification

Course includes:

  1. On-board Accommodation
  2. On-board Food
  3. Study material
  4. Exam
  5. Logbook
  6. CYA Certification.

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Excellent Trip!! The food was awesome and your humour made it enjoyable. Absolutely essential training for anyone wishing to pursue this path. Can’t wait to come back next year and continue to learn the right way to do it. — Randy McCotter