The Performance Sailing School
410.280.2040
This seminar will cover the USCG Nautical Rules of the Road. Whether a sailor or power boater, this is essential knowledge that applies to all of us on navigable waters. We will cover basic terms and definitions, steering and sailing rules (both in normal and restricted visibility), right-of-way situations, required day shapes, light configurations (for […] Read more
The VHF radio is one of the most important safety items we have on our boats. This short seminar will help you understand and confidently use this important communication tool. We will cover VHF radio strengths and limitations, basic radio controls, proper channel usage, various routine and distress calls, use of the USCG Rescue […] Read more
Unlock the mystery of how and why sailboats work. This seminar will help you understand everything from powering up in light air to depowering when it gets heavy, causes of weather helm and how to balance the boat, effects of all trim adjustments for both Main and Jib sails including visual clues to know when […] Read more
This seminar will provide you with some of the basic principles of seamanship that every boater should know. Topics will include weather and area conditions, safety equipment, knots and lines, docking, securing a boat, anchoring, towing, running aground and getting off, and avoiding collisions. We’ll also cover safety procedures, including handling heavy weather and […] Read more
Navionics App This seminar will provide you with an overview of the basic features of the Navionics App for smartphones and tablets. Some of the features that will be covered in this seminar are: How to subscribe to Navionics maps and load them onto your device, how to search for locations such as marinas, restaurants […] Read more
This 2-hour (+/-) seminar will discuss topics of interest to all local sailors and power boaters, whether new or with years of experience. Topics covered include local navigation and orientation, buoys and daymarks , basic seamanship and knowledge, hints for exploring locally, as well as hazards to be aware of and avoid. We will discuss […] Read more