Lisa & Andy Batchelor of Kinetic Sailing are presenting seminars at Cruisers University during the 2020 Annapolis Fall Sailboat Show, held at The Historic Inns of Annapolis. Kinetic Sailing’s presentations are on Oct 7-8 as follows: Take the Stress out of Docking – Wed, Oct 7, 10 – 11:30 am Cruising the Eastern Caribbean – Wed, Oct 7, 12:30 – 3:45 pm (double session) Optimize your Cruising Efficiency - Thu, Oct 8, 8:15 - 9:45 am At Cruisers University, you...
Find out more »Capt Lisa is honored to present "Bluewater Passage Weather Planning" on Day 4 of the Intensive Bluewater Workshop conducted by John Kretschmer University (JKU). Lisa focuses on how to select and interpret NOAA OPC marine products, the pros and cons of GRIB files, weather routers and offshore comms. From climatology and route planning to Gulfstream crossing strategy, it all comes together in a Bluewater Passage scenario. See JKU's link below to register for the full workshop.
Find out more »Kinetic at Sea Weather is the single biggest factor affecting ALL mariners. Take the mystery out of marine weather forecasts by learning the basic principles of marine weather and the range of available resources. Observe weather and sea state conditions, interpret traditional weather and ocean charts, and use the latest technological tools and apps. Learn to apply the information for local, coastal and offshore voyages, making your time on the water as safe and efficient as possible. This...
Find out more »This course is designed for sailors ready to expand their cruising horizons. Explore beyond your home waters or the geographic confines of a bareboat charter, or simply continue a beautiful day’s sailing well past sunset. Perhaps you’d like to participate in an overnight sailing race! Sailing at night saves time and money on coastal passages, and it’s a necessity when sailing offshore. Yet for many sailors, the prospect of sailing at night can be daunting. Ocean passagemakers and coastal cruisers, Captains Andy...
Find out more »Croatia's Dalmatian Coast Kinetic Sailing will be sailing the Dalmatian coast of Croatia between Split/Trogir and Dubrovnik, exploring options for future adventures and flotillas. Follow along at https://www.facebook.com/KineticSail and https://share.garmin.com/KineticSailing Let us know if you’re interested in joining us in 2022!
Find out more »This webinar is suitable for sailors of all levels who wish to improve maneuvering skills and docking techniques. Discover how a boat’s individual characteristics affect maneuverability under power, and how you can use those features to your advantage. Assess the local variable conditions to decide upon and communicate a plan of action. You will learn how to use spring lines and transits to counter the effects of wind and current. Captains Andy and Lisa Batchelor will explore a number of...
Find out more »Lisa & Andy Batchelor of Kinetic Sailing are presenting 4 seminars at Cruisers University during the 2021 US Sailboat Show in Annapolis Maryland. Cruisers U will be presented at The Graduate Hotel in downtown Annapolis, offering over 70 courses from 11-17 October. Kinetic Sailing’s presentations are on Thursday, 14 October 2021 as follows: Night Cruising Demystified: 8:15 – 9:45 am Bluewater Passage Weather Planning: 10:00 - 11:30 am Take the Stress out of Docking: 12:30 - 2:00 pm Optimize your...
Find out more »Become a better cruising sailor in one day with our Advanced Cruising & Seamanship course taught by the author and contributors of ASA’s newest best-selling book. This special class will deep dive into sail theory and trim while also tackling important topics like night sailing, close-quarter maneuvering, and cruising efficiently. This all-day class has been created for those looking to advance their cruising and seamanship skills. You will get an in-depth understanding of how to improve performance of your boat...
Find out more »Kinetic Sailing's Captains Lisa and Andy are helping boat owners achieve their coastal passagemaking dreams with instructional passages to winter destinations. Included in this Fall's lineup: XC-45 from Chesapeake Bay to Charleston SC Outremer 51 from Chesapeake Bay to Stuart FL Tartan 395 from Chesapeake Bay to Hilton Head SC If you'd like to explore options for on-your-own-boat passage training, coastal or offshore, please contact us for a free consultation!
Find out more »Looking for adventure in the Caribbean? Sail in the trade winds, build your nautical mileage, and attain certification (Bareboat Cruising and/or Cruising Catamaran) onboard a 4-cabin cruising catamaran from Guadeloupe - the pearl of the French West Indies. Lisa and Andy will be running one of four catamarans in the Sail Solomons Guadeloupe Flotilla for two week-long adventures, Jan 8-15 and Jan 15-22.
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