This live-aboard course follows the Basic Cruising standard in the Sail Canada keelboat and cruising training system. The vessel will be operated under sail and power while making daytime passages. The ability to act as skipper and crew in operation of a sailing vessel by day in unfamiliar waters will be developed, while building the skills and experience needed for live-aboard cruises and bareboat charter.

The program will be taught in a minimum five days in a live-aboard format. Food is included.

A challenge of the practical component of the standard may be accomplished through a 48-hour live-aboard skill evaluation.

Prerequisites include Basic Cruising, Basic Coastal Navigation, VHF with DCS radio license, PCOC boaters card.

Intermediate Cruising is considered the minimum standard for bareboat chartering.

• Live-Aboard – $1200 / Person
  • Minimum price is $2400 (2 adults)
• Sail Canada Standard here.
• More Course Information here.