Vacation Courses ~ Learn to Cruise

 

THE PERFECT LOCATION

The BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS are the perfect sailing and holiday location. Situated just 60 miles east of Puerto Rico, the islands boast steady trade winds, a constant temperature of 75-85 degrees, and crystal turquoise waters, making for optimal sailing conditions.

COMPREHENSIVE PROGRAMS

Our programs are designed to maximize your learning and enjoyment. Through the week, sailing and living aboard your boat you will quickly learn the fundamentals of sailboat cruising. Our courses include Basic Coastal Cruising (ASA 103) and/or Bareboat Chartering (ASA 104), enabling you to attain internationally recognized certification. Months after your program is over, you will remember not only how much fun you had – but equally important – you will have acquired practical skills and certification that will open the door to a lifetime of recreational sailing enjoyment.

OUTSTANDING INSTRUCTORS

We send only the best NSC instructors to be your vacation hosts who share our commitment toward your successful learning experience.  Our ASA certified and US Coast Guard Captain licensed staff have extensive sailing experience in the Caribbean as well as excellent teaching and interpersonal skills. Several of whom have been awarded Top Sailing Instructor of the Year by the ASA, multiple years running.

IDEAL BOATS

Beneteau manufactured boats are used for our courses in the BVIs; comfortable, well maintained, and great for learning! These are the essential qualities for the ideal course boat.  Our boats offer unparallel cruising performance. Students are easily accommodated in private, well-ventilated double cabins as well as single berths.  Standard features include hot and cold running water, freshwater deck showers, full galley including refrigeration, a barbecue, private bathroom (head), a stereo, and a dinghy with an outboard engine. Our boats’ combination of on-board amenities and sailing performance make them ideal for your leaning vacation.

PROVISIONING

Great food is the last ingredient to round out your fabulous holiday.  Our BVI menu is based on an assortment of healthy foods to make up well-balanced satisfying meals.  Five breakfasts, six lunches and four dinners are provided. Personal beverages are left to your discretion and three dinners ashore allow you to sample the local cuisine. Our fully-equipped galley and deck barbecue allow food to be easily prepared and cooked to perfection.

COURSE PACKAGE INCLUDES:

·        7 days of cruising and learning in the BVIs (Fly in/out on a Friday)

·        All boat expenses and required taxes applicable in the BVIs

·        Accommodation aboard our chartered yacht

·        5 breakfast, 6 lunches and 4 dinners

·        Three - Four students per boat

·        All textbooks and course materials

·        Instruction from ASA certified NSC staff

·        Certification in Basic Coastal Cruising (ASA 103) and/or Bareboat Chartering (ASA 104)*

 

Choose from 3 weeks aboard a Sunsail 393 (3 cabins & 2 heads).

 

Schedule for 2010

Book BEFORE

4:00 pm

October 4, 2009

Book AFTER

4:00 pm

October 4, 2009

By Booking

Early, you

SAVE:

February 26 – March 5, 2010

$2,150.00/person

$2,400.00/person

$250

March 5 – 12, 2010

$2,150.00/person

$2,400.00/person

$250

March 12 – 19, 2010

$2,150.00/person

$2,400.00/person

$250

 *Add an additional $175 for a 2nd certification.

 

Flights and transfers not included.
 
   Approximate cost of flight $550-$1000.  Fly into either Tortola, BVI (EIS) or St. Thomas, USVI (STT), Ferry $80 round trip from USVI to BVI.

 

Terms & Conditions

·        A deposit of 50% is required at the time of registration to secure your spot. The balance is due by:  November 1, 2009.

·        $100 Cancellation fee per person prior to November 1, 2009

·        No refunds for cancellation after November 1, 2009

 

Please Note

Nelson Sailing center reserves the right to alter program content, boat sizes or types and schedule due to exigencies beyond its control. 

 

Spaces are Limited! Book Early!

CALL NOW 732-270-6510 to reserve your spot on our Vacation Course!

Please fill out this application form (CLICK HERE).

Still have more questions? Attend one of our Sailing Down South Information Days sessions (CLICK HERE)