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Starlight Sailing Adventures offers a unique experience for those intrigued by the sailing lifestyle, whether you're a beginner eager to learn the basics or someone looking to gain a formal certification. Their services range from a brief four-hour introduction to sailing, perfect for those curious about what sailing entails, to more immersive experiences like day classes, practice sails, and condensed courses lasting three or five days. These longer courses are structured to not only provide a hands-on learning experience but also to qualify you for the Basic or Intermediate Cruising Skipper Certificate.
The process to embark on this adventure is straightforward. Interested participants should first check the availability of the Starlight or Primetime sailboats for their desired dates by consulting the Starlight Sailing Adventures calendar. Following this, they can sign up and pay for their selected course through the website. If there are any doubts or specific questions, Starlight Sailing Adventures encourages potential sailors to reach out either by phone (250-415-3223) or email (admin@starlightsailing.com) to finalize the booking.
The educational aspect of their courses is comprehensive. For those enrolled in the three-day and five-day courses, preparatory study materials are sent in advance to facilitate home study. This approach ensures that participants are well-versed in the theoretical knowledge needed before taking to the water. Once onboard, students will engage in practical sailing exercises under the guidance of experienced instructors, consolidating their theoretical knowledge through real-world application. The course culminates in an examination affiliated with Sail Canada or Transport Canada, upon the successful completion of which participants receive their certification.
Starlight Sailing Adventures merges education with vacation, offering an enriching experience that equips you with valuable sailing skills and certification, all wrapped up in a memorable holiday. It's an ideal opportunity for anyone who's ever dreamed of sailing the seas, providing a solid foundation in the cruising and liveaboard lifestyle that characterizes modern-day sailors.
You can start with the 3 to 4 hour Introduction to Sailing / Boating Course where you will learn safety, leaving and returning to the dock. The rest of the time we will be out sailing and you can get a feel for what it is like to sail or just practice up on your long forgotten skills. Start your Sail Canada Accreditation now with this class. Returning for practice sails are at a reduced rate. So come often!
Check with us first if you need a certain day to sail to ensure availability. Wear layers, bring food if you want. See you out there.
Check with us first if you need a certain day to sail to ensure availability. Wear layers, bring food if you want. See you out there.
This is an entry level, non-liveaboard course in the series of Sail Canada courses on sailing keelboats and on cruising, Two full days on the water learning the basics. Good for individuals with minimal practical on water experience. This entry level course builds basic sailing skills with a focus on operation of the vessel as crew. Candidates completing this course will be able to competently contribute as crew to the operation of a keelboat in moderate daytime conditions. This standard is recommended for those with little boating or sailing experience that want to experience sailing on a keelboat and begin to build basic sailing skills in a relaxed environment and at a comfortable pace. Prerequisite for the Basic Cruising Standard (Day Skipper) Good for experienced Sailors if there is a particular skill you want to work on Safety, Dockinig and Casting Off, and Points of Sail. No Exam.
Lessons on our boats or your boat,. You can check our Calendar and make sure the dates you need are available
Lessons on our boats or your boat,. Please check with us to make sure the dates you need are available
3 full days on the water, (Non-Liveaboard). One week apart or can be three days in a row. To be able to cruise safely in local waters as both skipper and crew in moderate wind and sea conditions by day. This course is designed for the novice sailor and those with little experience on cruising sailboats in tidal waters. It can be weekend or week day. Dates can vary from what is posted depending on number of people signed up. A PCOC card is included for a small fee if needed. Prerequisite: must have the Competent Crew or equivalent years of experience. Good for experienced Sailors if there are particular skill you want to work on all aspects of basic sailing. Must have before Intermediate Cruising.
Lessons on our boats or your boat,. You can check our Calendar and make sure the dates you need are available.
Lessons on our boats or your boat,. Please check with us to make sure the dates you need are available.
5 full days and 4 nights liveaboard on the water cruising the Southern Gulf Islands. With the ultimate goal of being able to cruise safely in local waters as both skipper and crew in moderate wind and sea conditions by day. It is a liveaboard course. This course is designed for the novice sailor and those with experience on cruising sailboats in tidal waters. It is for two or more students.. The price is per person. Food is supplied and agreed upon before. Cost of food is spit between everyone'. Prerequisite is a PCOC Card but can be included for a small fee.
Lessons on our boats or your boat,. You can check our Calendar and make sure the dates you need are available
Lessons on our boats or your boat,. You can check with us make sure the dates you need are available
Must be pre-arranged and have proof of competency to challenge the BCS. Call, email or text first.
Must be pre-arranged and have proof of competency to challenge this BCS. Call, email or text first.
Must be pre-arranged and have proof of competency to challenge this BCS. Call, email or text first.
5 full days and 4 nights on the water cruising the Strait of Juan de Fuca to the Southern Gulf Islands. With the ultimate goal of being able to cruise safely in local waters as both skipper and crew. This is on a 9 to 12 meter vessel in moderate wind and sea conditions, by day. This course is designed for the sailor with experience on cruising sailboats. It is for two students but could be three if you all know each other. The price is per person. Food can be supplied. Prerequisite: Basic Cruising Standard, Marine Radio ROC-M (DSC) Basic Navigation Standard
Lessons are on our boats or your boat. Please check with us to make sure the dates you need are available.
Talk to us before booking to discuss a price.
Call first for a private lesson quote.
Call first for a private lesson quote.
Minimum Basic Cruising Standard Prerequisite
Basic Level Get the miles needed to advance to Intermediate Cruising
Intermediate Level Get the miles need to advance to Advanced Cruising
Basic or Intermediate Level Get the miles need to advance to get to the next level
Home Study, Evening Zoom Meetings (with home study), and Exams
Call for dates before signing up.
Call for dates before signing up.
ROC stands for Restricted Radiotelephone Operator's Certificate and is required by anyone using a marine VHF or MF-HF radio (each person on the boat who will use the radio needs their own card). In addition, if you received your ROC card before the new Digital Selective Calling was introduced you are encouraged to rewrite and get your DSC endorsement for your ROC-M card. Sign up and get online access then about three weeks later we'll run the in class review and test. ( may be online during Covid) There is a $20 fee for missing or rebooking within two weeks of the class.
Meet at RCM SAR Building in Sooke Harbour for 4 hour review and 1-hour exam. Printed or e-pub book, call for dates, we run it monthly.
Online 4-hour review and 1-hour exam. Over two nights.. printed or e-pub book, call for dates, we run it monthly.
9 day Sailing get together for Starlight Sailing Students and crew. Bring your boat or prearrange to come with someone you know. We will leave Sooke with the current on the 13th of June and return by the 21st. We will be sailing, anchoring, hiking, visiting remote Islands, joining in Sailstice Festivities and just generally having fun on our boats. You are expected to have charts for the area, GPS, depth sounder and all Transport Canada required equipment onboard. PFD will be worn at all times while the boat is moving or you are in a dinghy.
Sign up and come have fun. Per boat price.
email: admin@starlightsailing.com
phone: 250-415-3223
Starlight Sailing Adventures offers a unique experience for those intrigued by the sailing lifestyle, whether you're a beginner eager to learn the basics or someone looking to gain a formal certification. Their services range from a brief four-hour introduction to sailing, perfect for those curious about what sailing entails, to more immersive experiences like day classes, practice sails, and condensed courses lasting three or five days. These longer courses are structured to not only provide a hands-on learning experience but also to qualify you for the Basic or Intermediate Cruising Skipper Certificate.
The process to embark on this adventure is straightforward. Interested participants should first check the availability of the Starlight or Primetime sailboats for their desired dates by consulting the Starlight Sailing Adventures calendar. Following this, they can sign up and pay for their selected course through the website. If there are any doubts or specific questions, Starlight Sailing Adventures encourages potential sailors to reach out either by phone (250-415-3223) or email (admin@starlightsailing.com) to finalize the booking.
The educational aspect of their courses is comprehensive. For those enrolled in the three-day and five-day courses, preparatory study materials are sent in advance to facilitate home study. This approach ensures that participants are well-versed in the theoretical knowledge needed before taking to the water. Once onboard, students will engage in practical sailing exercises under the guidance of experienced instructors, consolidating their theoretical knowledge through real-world application. The course culminates in an examination affiliated with Sail Canada or Transport Canada, upon the successful completion of which participants receive their certification.
Starlight Sailing Adventures merges education with vacation, offering an enriching experience that equips you with valuable sailing skills and certification, all wrapped up in a memorable holiday. It's an ideal opportunity for anyone who's ever dreamed of sailing the seas, providing a solid foundation in the cruising and liveaboard lifestyle that characterizes modern-day sailors.