Sailing lessons

Learning to sail is a lifetime commitment and not just a one-course seminar. Discover my TOP 10 TIPS for beginning sailors.

Mooring lines are used when arriving or leaving a berth. One of the most important competent crew skills is to know how to handle and tie mooring lines securely and safely. Mooring lines may be tied to a variety of purpose made objects ashore, including cleats, rings and posts. It is best to tie the end […]

Most people can pick up the basic skills needed to sail a 13.75-foot Laser or Sunfish dinghy within a week of intensive sailing lessons. Some people are...

Sailing is a very popular sport, and it has had a large influence on modern life. I've came across lots of interesting facts about sailing, and list them here.

From the bow to the stern and everything in between, read our descriptions of the different parts of a sailboat. A great guide for beginners, and a reference for experienced boaters.

Veteran blue water adventure sailor Andy Schell shares lessons learned over the course of a career at sea. Photo 59 North Sailing #sail #bluewater #cruising

Sailing off into the sunset is something we all dream about. But, sailing isn't all hammocks, dolphins and gentle breezes. Sailing is a sport of variables. Understanding the changeable conditions is just as important as knowing how to trim the sails. Here are our sailing tips for beginners to help you be well-equipped for the high seas. From dinghy and lake sailing to tropical island hopping and offshore cruising, the basics are the same. Using the wind and current to get from one place to…

Sailing into the wind seems like Poseidon's magic, but once you learn how to set up your sails and hold the correct course, you can do it. This article explains the technique in 7 simple steps.

Ten years ago we didn’t have smart phones or iPads, and sailors managed to get by perfectly well without them. But there is no doubt that times and technology have changed, and there are some…

Learning to sail is a lifetime commitment and not just a one-course seminar. Discover my TOP 10 TIPS for beginning sailors.