Class Schedule -

Sailing School Schedule

Revised: February 2021

We will always schedule a class at your convenience, for two students. All classes must have at least two students in it for the class to go on. If there is only one student signed up, the class will be cancelled and you will have one year to reschedule.
ASA 101: Sept 25-26; Oct 3-4; Oct 16-17

ASA 103: Sept 25-26; Oct 9-10; Oct 23-24

ASA 104: Sept 18-19; Oct 16-17; Oct 30-31

ASA 101-104: Sept 18-23; Oct 9-14; Oct 23-28

ASA 104/114 combo: Sept 17-19; Sept 27-29; Oct 13-15

ASA 114: Oct 9-10; Oct 30-31

Power School Curriculum

Revised: August 2018

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Twin Inboard Drives
Twin Inboard Drives are two independent, side-by-side engines within a single boat and are very effective in close quarters. This effective twin drive setup uses two inboard engines, two propellers and two rudders.

• 37ft Fontaine Pajot Power Catamaran "Sweet Caroline" or "Exhale"
• Weekday - $995.50; Weekend/Holiday - $1285.25
• Captain Rate: $185.00
• A $125 processing fee will be added per person if taking RPBA Certification.

Stern Drives/Outboards
Stern Drives / Outboard's are the majority of powerboats. Stern Drives are also called Inboard / Outboard (I / O). Unlike the Twin or Single Inboard which has a propeller set at a fixed angle and must rely on a rudder for turning, these engine types steer by pivoting the propeller to the right or left. Stern Drives and Outboards can also be tilted up or down to trim the boat. In the case of the Outboard, the entire engine pivots, while in the case of the Stern Drive or I / O, the "Inboard" engine remains in place while the "Outboard" stern drive unit, mounted on the outside of the transom, pivots. With either engine, the propeller wash is directed to the right or left and the water flow, known as directed thrust, forces the boat to turn.

• Perfectly restored classic 1987 Seasquirt 20+ Center Console
• Day: $595
• Captain Rate: $185
• A $125 processing fee will be added per person if taking RPBA Certification.