​Sign up for our Basic Keelboat Certification course at Great Lakes Sailing. As a nationally recognized sailing educational resource, we offer a comprehensive 3-day program that will not only teach you the skills and knowledge needed to become a certified sailor, but also allow you to experience the beauty of the Great Lakes. Our course covers everything from rigging and sail handling to docking and safety procedures. Upon successful completion, you will receive your Basic Keelboat Certification from US Sailing. Must take a First Sail,  Private Lesson, or attend a Beginners Clinic prior to the course.​​

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From US Sailings' Website
Certification Requirements: Basic Keelboat Certification requires successfully completing the following knowledge and skill requirements. These requirements are expected to be performed safely with confident command of the boat in familiar waters with a wind range of 5 to 15 knots. Some regions may have stronger prevailing conditions, which are acceptable if the candidate can safely control the boat and be aware of his or her limitations. The certified candidate will be able to skipper a tiller-steered keelboat up to 27 feet in length.

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2-DAY BEGINNER CLINIC SCHEDULE

• Saturday 9am-1pm

• Sunday 9am-1pm

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BASIC KEELBOAT CERTIFICATION SCHEDULE

• Friday 5pm -9pm

• Saturday  9am-5pm

• Sunday 9am-5pm

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What do I do after getting my Basic Keelboat Certification?