ASA Certified Sailing Instruction

Learn how to sail, or refresh your skills

Learn How to Sail: Cruise 'n Learn

Sailnorthwest Charters offers a week long Cruise 'n Learn class that takes sailors from basic sailing fundamentals, to coastal navigation, to bareboat chartering. Captain Judy Mickel-Griffin is an American Sailing Association Certified Sailing Instructor and has many years teaching in the Pacific Northwest. Classes are taught on our 32' Islander or our 38' Ericson with a class size of three or a private class for two. We like to keep the size of the class small so each student gets a lot of hands-on experience. The only additional cost for a private class for two is $425.

Refresh your sailing skills

If it has been a while since you spent time sailing, or if you are unfamiliar with Northwest waters, and wish to have a captain do a quick 2-3 day refresher course to build your confidence, we can accommodate you. This is a wonderful way to regain your sea legs and take advantage of our expert captain's local knowledge. Also, it will help you become familiar with our boats and all of their systems. After you feel confident, simply drop your captain off at any ferry dock and we will pick them up on the other side. Meanwhile, you can continue with your vacation without hesitation.

All Woman's Class

Call for 2008 dates

One week a year is set aside for an all woman's class. Many women love the opportunity to learn in this environment, where they get to do it all.

Dear Captain Judy,

You have made this sailing experience even better by the way you share so eagerly of your knowledge and experience. You truly give your crew 100% of your time and attention, making this an extraordinary week of learning and enjoyment. Thank you for your patience, understanding, cooperation, and sharing so much of yourself. I will look back on this week with fond memories.

--Ann, Oregon