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INSTRUCTION
- Basic Package
Starting
to sail or getting a refresher has never been easier. We can
give you a basic introduction to sailing in one & half hours; most
people can solo after six to eight hours, sometimes sooner. If you have
previous experience and need a refresher we can help.
19' Flying
Scot |
Lessons
are generally taught in a 19'
Flying Scot, which is known for its comfort and stability. If
your interest is in learning to sail smaller boats like the Sunfish,
Laser
or Laser
Pico, or speedy but stable boat like a the Hobie
Wave catamaran, we can include these with your instruction.
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You
Will Learn Rigging, sailing terms, sailing theory, boat handling,
basic safety, man-overboard, capsize and recovery (if applicable), and
leaving and returning to the mooring area.
Fees
- 1 hour
30 minute lessons @ $90 for up to two students
- Option
of adding 30 minutes of instruction per session for a total of two
hours at an additional $30
Deduct
$20/hour if
1. You're
buying a Midwest Sailing boat or have in the past
2. A PYC Member with a boat.
3. You have completed levels 1 & 2 of the training & development
program
Scheduling
Lessons are scheduled by appointment only. Lessons are offered Monday
through Friday when there is low traffic on the lake and when there
is typically good wind between 10:30 and 6:00 or on Saturday (which
is busier) 10:30 and 5:00. The sooner you call the more likely you are
to get your preferred times.
Important
notice
There is a minimum $40 fee for cancellation with less than 24 hours
notice prior to a scheduled lesson or a no show.
Located
in Pinckney, Michigan12 miles northwest of Ann Arbor: Maps
& Hours
Phone: 734.426.4155
E-Mail: sail@chartermi.net
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