Why We All Need More Sail Training

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“But why should I go back to school? I already know how to sail.”

10/26/2023

This week, we weigh the importance of sail training courses regardless of experience, tame Robertson and Caine’s newest cat in the clowder, learn some life lessons in Fatty Goodlander’s “dunking chair,” and reveal the best products for cleaning your boat.

Back to School? Why Sail Training is Essential, Regardless of Experience

When Aaron Maynard registered himself and his wife, Michele, for a certification course at the Offshore Sailing School on Captiva Island, Florida, they had never set foot on a sailboat before. They went on to complete multiple certifications, purchased a yacht and placed it in a BVI charter fleet, and have chartered 14 times over the years. They also bought a boat that they keep closer to home. And make no mistake: It’s far from just newbies like the Maynards signing up for sail training these days. Experienced cruisers are doing it, too. Here’s why.

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