In this 5-day course you'll learn the basics of navigation theory including – the role of the navigator, how to read charts, basic plotting and position determination methods, how to use a compass and GPS, techniques that support planning and safe passage making and more.
We are excited to be offering this course with returning instructor Jeff Cassidy!
In this 5-day course you'll learn the basics of navigation theory including – the role of the navigator, how to read charts, basic plotting and position determination methods, how to use a compass and GPS, techniques that support planning and safe passage making and more.
Perfect for beginners, this course complements the Sail Canada Basic Cruising Course. Upon successful completion of this course you will be awarded Sail Canada’s Basic Coastal Navigation Standard.
This course is a pre-requisite for the Intermediate Coastal Navigation Course and Intermediate Cruising Course.
Included in Course Fee:
Practice chart, printed copy of basic worksheets and tables, Sail Canada registration and logbook (if needed).If you would prefer printed materials provided please see below for optional add-ons.
Students Must Provide:
Pencil, eraser, note paper, parallel ruler* or Portland plotter* and dividers*.
On the water since 1890, National Yacht Club is an active, inclusive boating community located near the foot of Bathurst Street, right in the heart of downtown Toronto.
Operating year-round, our club features comfortable dining and a spectacular patio with free on-site member parking – a rare find downtown!
Great City-Side Location
National Yacht Club offers safe dockage for your vessel, relaxation for Captain and Crew and a beautiful setting for your social events and leisure. You are on the lake in minutes, and back in the city at the end of the race or cruise just as quickly.
Our location is equally convenient to the lake with quick access to the inner harbour, Toronto Islands and Lake Ontario.
For formal basic sailing training, CANSail 1/2 introduces novice members to boat handling, the different points of sail, and other basic sailing skills.
If you have never sailed before or are looking to improve your sailing skills, these courses will help you develop your abilities and confidence.
This program is designed for complete beginners and for those wishing to refresh their sailing skills.
Our Sail Canada certified instructors will teach you all you need to know to be able to handle a dinghy on your own in light to medium strength winds using KSC’s fleet of easy-to-sail training boats.
This course is for beginners with little or no sailing experience
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