Why Choose Capt. Macs?
Capt.Mac at the wheel

  • Courses lead to Canadian Yachting Association Certification and follow CYA standards – No guesswork as to coverage.
    • Basic Cruising, PCOC, Coastal Navigation, VHF Radio,  Intermediate Cruising, and Advanced courses offered
    • Need more sea time logged? We can help.
  • Qualified Instructor – Capt.Mac carries Transport Canada and Canadian Yachting Accociation certifications beyond the course levels.
    • Transport Canada licenced Master
    • Canadian Yachting Association Yacht-Master
    • Canadian Yachting Association Offshore instructor
    • Canadian Power and Sail Squadron JN
  • Full-time job – Capt. Mac has been dedicated to sailing instruction since 1983 and has been sailing the area since 1975.
  • Best value for your money! 
    • Professional mariner, 28 years teaching experience
    • Custom 42' yacht
    • Seasonal discounts, group dicounts, repeat sailors up to 30% off
  • Onboard food is taken care of – Compliments of the Captain.
    • home cooked and prepared
  • Smaller class sizes for a personalized experience
    • students won't get left behind and courses can be adapted to your skill.
    • Class size of 4 students.
    • hands on live-aboard courses
  • Easy-to-learn on custom yacht kept in top shape
    • 42' custom sloop
    • spade rudder and fin keel make handling a breeze 
    • large centre cockpit gives plenty of space for sail training, lounging or viewing  
  • See the beauty of our waters – Gulf Islands, Sunshine Coast, Desolation Sound
  • Support – When the courses are over Capt.Mac will still be there to help you 
    • sailing advice and tips
    • pre purchase surveys
  • Charters available for private bookings
    • allowing for a relaxed outing and pace to suit your desires.

Orange sun & sky in the evening     Choppy Water off the Port Bow

 

 

 

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Crew Quotes

Once again a perfect 5 days at sea. Learning and having fun with the BEST captain on the coast. Good fun, good food and a great refresher course. See you soon Glen!! — Larry Trav.