Introduction to Sailing (5-hrs)Enjoy the thrill of beating the wind through the Knysna Lagoon or at sea aboard one of our keel yachts. Learn basic sailing skills, tie various knots, assist in steering the yacht, handle & trim sails and learn about basic sailing skills. This introductory session is aimed at establishing if you are ready to pursue a deck hand, full day skipper or coastal skipper training certificate. Meals and drinks are excluded in rate.* (Minimum 2 students per course)Competent Crew Training (4-days)This 4 day course covers practical sailing and certain theory aspects. At the end of the course candidates should have sufficient knowledge and experience about crewing and be able to safely take control of a yacht if required. This forms the first 4 days of the full 9 day skipper course. Aspects covered include: nautical terms, knots and ropework, collision regulations, buoyage, handling a boat under power, handling a boat under sail, man overboard procedures, safety and emergencies at sea, diesel engines, local knowledge and first aid.* (Minimum 3 students per course) Day Skipper Training (9-days)For those with minimal sailing experience. This course includes an intense Competent Crew course plus comprehensive chartwork, navigation, day skipper training and 200nm of practical sailing, pilotage and navigation around Knysna. Upon successful completion, students receive SAS Day Skipper Course Completion Certificates. In conjunction with a VHF radio license, 200nm (including 2 night hours) and an eye test, the successful student may apply for the SAS Day Skipper’s license from South African Sailing. This license qualifies the holder to skipper a yacht offshore 25 miles from a safe haven or inland during daylight hours. Rate includes course fees, learning materials, practical sailing; excludes external assessment and SA Sailing exam fees. * (Minimum 3 students per course)Email: yolandi@sailingadventures.co.za Tel: 044 3823400