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December 2018
Passagemaking in the Leeward Islands (FULLY BOOKED)
Join Kinetic Sailing for ocean passagemaking in the Leeward Islands onboard the Outbound 46 KINETIC. Instruction includes advanced sail theory and trim, weather systems and forecasting, sail inventory, advanced coastal navigation, heavy weather preparation and skills, night sailing, watchstanding, emergency procedures, systems and engineering, underway meal prep and much more. ASA 106 Coastal Passagemaking or ASA 108 Ocean Passagemaking certification is available to qualified candidates. Fees include onboard meals and beverages, instruction, ships operating costs and port fees. Modest ASA certification fees...
Find out more »January 2019
Guadeloupe Cruise
Explore coastal Guadeloupe and her surrounding islands (Les Saintes, Marie-Galante) onboard S/V Kinetic. Maximum 2 guests onboard, dual occupancy cabin. ASA 104 Bareboat Cruising or ASA 106 Coastal Passagemaking available to qualified students. Contact us for details, or to tailor this course to your interests. Sea turtle at Cousteau Reserve St Anne, Guadeloupe Les Saintes
Find out more »March 2019
Offshore Passagemaking: Grenada to Bonaire
500 nm downwind passage from the Spice Island of Grenada to Bonaire, the diving capital of the Caribbean. Maximum 2 guests onboard. ASA 106 Coastal Passagemaking or ASA 108 Offshore Passagemaking available to qualified students, nominal certification fees additional. Contact us for details (some flexibility in dates). Poled out downwind Kinetic under spinnaker St Georges, Grenada
Find out more »May 2019
Offshore Passagemaking: Puerto Rico to Chesapeake Bay (FULLY BOOKED)
Join Kinetic Sailing for an offshore ocean passage from Fajardo, Puerto Rico to Solomons, Maryland onboard the Outbound 46 Kinetic. Instruction includes advanced sail theory and trim, weather systems and forecasting, sail inventory, advanced coastal navigation, heavy weather preparation and skills, night sailing, watchstanding, emergency procedures, systems and engineering, underway meal prep and much more. ASA 106 Coastal Passagemaking or ASA 108 Offshore Passagemaking certification is available to qualified candidates. Fees include onboard meals and beverages, instruction, ships operating costs and port...
Find out more »June 2019
March 2020
Marine Weather Course (ASA 119) ** All New Webinar Format**
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 4-day course (Mar 21/22 and...
Find out more »April 2020
Kinetic Sailing presents at Cruisers University (CNX for COVID-19 – stay well, and please see us at the Fall Show)
Lisa & Andy Batchelor of Kinetic Sailing are presenting 4 seminars at Cruisers University during the 2020 Annapolis Spring Sailboat Show, held at The Historic Inns of Annapolis. Kinetic Sailing’s presentations are on Friday and Saturday, April 24-25 as follows: Optimize your Cruising Efficiency - Friday, Apr 24, 12:30 - 2 pm Night Cruising Demystified - Friday, Apr 24, 2:15 - 3:45 pm Take the Stress out of Docking - Saturday, Apr 25, 10 - 11:30 am Cruising the Eastern...
Find out more »June 2020
Take the Stress Out of Docking – 2-Part Webinar for Annapolis Yacht Club
AYC Member Exclusive! Come join professional instructors Captains Andy and Lisa Batchelor of Kinetic Sailing for a two-part, 1 hour each, zoom webinar on Tuesday, June 16 and Thursday, June 18 at 5:30pm. Andy and Lisa, with their experience, skill, and wit will help you vastly improve your docking techniques, close-quarters maneuvering, crew interaction onboard, and feel much more confident in a variety of docking and mooring situations. Take the stress out of docking and have a better summer overall!...
Find out more »October 2020
Kinetic Sailing presents at Cruisers University (Cancelled for COVID)
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 »Kinetic Sailing presents Bluewater Passage Weather Planning at JKU
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.
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