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118 - Docking Endorsement
$300

This class teaches you the techniques and gives you the confidence to take the stress away from any docking situation!

What you will learn

Auxiliary Power Theory
Engine Controls
Steering Controls
Docking in Heavy Weather
Proper Use of Dock Lines
Crew Communication
Safety

What to expect

This is an 8 hour specialized clinic taught by our staff on 36' + auxiliary sailboats.  This class includes: 8 hours of instruction  and ASA certification. The textbook is purchased through ASA.

Locations and Prerequisites

Tacoma  & Des Moines
There are no prerequisites for this class.
CLINIC DATES

Spinnaker handlinG clinic
$180

What you will learn about spinnakers

Pack
Hoist
Trim
Heavy Weather Control
​Jibe
Dowse

What to expect

This is a 6 hour specialized clinic taught by Mike Rice on our Colgate 26'. 

Locations and Prerequisites

Tacoma
No prerequisites

BOAT maintenance clinic
$500
As low as $400 with Club membership! (20% off for Gold, 10% for silver, and 5% for bronze)

Have you recently purchased a sailboat and wondering what is entailed in maintaining it? This class will give you all the skills you need to keep your yacht ship shape and in Bristol fashion. 

What you will learn

Diesel Engine Maintenance 
Electrical Systems 
Maintenance Schedules 
​Standing Rigging Inspection
Fresh/Sea Water Plumbing 
Teak & Fiberglass Cleaning 
Bi-Annual Haul Out 
Bilge Pump Maintenance 

What to expect

This is a two day clinic, 10am to 4pm each day and is taught by Mike Rice. This clinic is taught on a 36'-44' sailing auxiliary.  Included in this clinic: online video and 12 hours of instruction. 

Locations and Prerequisites

Tacoma
There are no prerequisites for this class
CLINIC DATES

RACING CLINIC
$450

RACING CLASS (4-RACES & TRAINING)
Interested in learning about sailboat racing?
The opportunity to compete in racing regattas & familiarize you with:

⛵Racecourse layout and the racing rules of sailing⛵
⚓Starting strategies⚓
⛵Sail shape and trim to optimize performance⛵
⚓Mark roundings⚓
⛵Upwind and downwind strategies and tactics⛵
⚓Racing Teamwork⚓


Prerequisite Needed: ASA 101 & 103
Call or E-mail us to schedule today!

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Serving Tacoma, Des Moines, Seattle, Olympia, Anacortes

Contact Us

Office: 5632 Marine View Dr
​                Tacoma, WA 98422

info@pugetsoundsailing.com
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253.383.1774
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  • Home
  • About
    • DIRECTOR MIKE RICE
    • OUR CREW
    • JOIN OUR CREW
    • PRIVACY POLICY
  • LESSONS
    • 2023 CLASS SCHEDULE
    • PRIVATE INSTRUCTION
    • CHALLENGE ASA CERTS
  • SAILING CLUB
    • CLUB INFO
    • CLUB RESERVATIONS
    • NOAA FORECAST
  • LEASING
    • LEASE BOATS
    • BOATS FOR SALE
    • LEASE RESERVATIONS
    • NOAA WEATHER
    • 2020 Beneteau 38
    • BENETEAU 38 OCEANIS - Borealis
    • CATALINA 36 MK II 'FREEBIRD'
    • 2023 BENETEAU OCEANIS 30.1 WindFish (2023)
  • Vacations
    • BVI CHARTERS
    • 2023 BVI LEARNING VACATIONS & FLOTILLA
    • 2024 BVI LEARNING VACATIONS & FLOTTILA
  • EXCURSIONS
  • CONTACT US
  • OUR INSTRUCTORS
  • PSSI POLICIES
  • CLUB Resources
  • OUR CREW