Category: Learn to Sail

Catamaran vs Monohull – Which is Better?

Which is better? A catamaran or a monohull I’m often asked by my students why one would choose to learn to sail monohull or catamaran for their adventures. The simple answer is: There is no simple answer — it depends on a lot of things, perhaps the most important one is your preference. “Yeah, well, […]

Where do I Start my Sailing Journey? Have you ever dreamed of sailing? What’s it like to learn to sail on a week long liveaboard course in an exotic destination? Recently Nautilus Sailing was featured in one of North America’s most respected sailing magazines, Cruising World (November ’20). Jon Whittle, staff photographer and writer, joined […]

Experiencing a Liveaboard Course — A Student’s View

Refitting a Charter Catamaran!

Bringing the Cat Back – Repairs and Refitting in Croatia On September 21st 2019, the charter company turned Nautilus Sailing’s new (new to us!) catamaran, over. Buying a charter catamaran requires some work before leaving to cross an ocean. Captains Ben and TJ. landed in Split and arrived at the Trogir marina that afternoon, with […]

Recovering a Crew Overboard on a Sailboat: One of the most terrifying situations any sailor will ever face, is losing a crew-member overboard. Hearing those dreaded words yelled, “crew overboard!” If someone falls overboard in stormy conditions or at night time, finding them in the dark and getting them back aboard can be incredibly challenging […]

One of the Scariest Things in Sailing! Crew Overboard…

Sailing Basics Video Series: How to Pick up a Mooring

Learn to Sail: Sailing Basics Video Series How to Pick up a Mooring Picking up a mooring ball is one of the most basic skills that you will use again and again on your sailing adventures! Knowing a few simple steps will really help you nail this skill, avoiding embarrassing situations and costly damage… Click […]

Nautilus Sailing Walks Away with Top ASA Sailing Instructor Awards! Life is too short to not follow your heart and passions! Here at Nautilus sailing, it is amazing to see the incredible caliber of instructors on the team. Everyone has left successful careers in more traditional fields, to pursue their passions. On our instructor team […]

ASA Sailing Award Winning Instructors

Sailing and Surfing – How learning to sail will forever change your surfing!

Ahhh, surfing. Is there any better feeling than judging the wave just right, digging in with a stroke or two, and gliding down a perfectly shaped mountain of water? Pure bliss. Here’s the catch: That bliss can be hard to come by. Winds, tides, swells, beach access, parking, flights, hotels, and beaucoup other factors get […]

So you love to surf, do you? Or perhaps scuba-diving is more your thing. No? How about swimming with dolphins and sea lions, diving off cliffs, rock climbing, paddle-boarding, or kiteboarding? If any of these adventure activities catches your fancy, then you’re in luck. We’ve got just the thing for you: Learn sailing. Say what? […]

Learning to Sail – The ultimate launchpad for adventure

Tips for choosing a sailing course – Get the best course, experience and value for your money!

Destinations: First, choose a place you want to explore and are excited to visit for your sailing course. Is it a popular destination? Are locals welcoming of visitors? Do the anchorages tend to be like rush hour on the LA freeways? Is the sea life rich and the location conducive to snorkeling or diving? How is […]