SAILING SCHOOL COURSES OFFERED 2011
 Basic Sailing:
An introduction to the world of sails, boats, winds, skies, and water. By the end of this 16-hour course, the student will have a working knowledge of the parts of a boat and be able to sail a boat with confidence. The course is designed for those with little or no boating experience. Just bring along your dreams!
By the end of our course you should be able to read a chart, board the boat, set it up for sailing, start the motor, leave the dock and motor through the marina observing rules of the waterway. Once on the river, you can hoist the sails, perform technical and safety maneuvers, and anchor the boat. Then return safely to the dock, dock the boat and step off comfortably.
Our School differs from most because:
- Our instructors are U.S. Coast Guard Licensed Captains.
- Our boats are non-capsizing.
- We teach outboard motor operations and docking.
- We use safe boats (high booms).
- We have been teaching sailing for 25 years.
- Affiliated with American Sailing Association.
 Group Lessons
West Haverstraw
$400 per person, $360 for second family member. A 16-hour course on two consecutive weekends; GHSC certificate upon completion. ASA certification with successful completion of ASA exam (optional). Maximum 4 students per boat.
Graduates can return to sail under our new "Mentor Sailing Program" -- see details below!
2011 Basic Sailing Schedule:
May 14,15,21,22
June 4,5,11,12
July 2,3,9,10
Aug 6,7,13,14
Sept 3,4,10,11
Oct 1,2,8,9
Call (800) 237-1557 to register
**** If you have 3-4 people in your group, call us and we'll work with YOUR schedule!****
Private Lessons:
One of our Coast Guard licensed Captains can arrange lessons to meet your needs. For the beginning sailor who wants to explore sailing on his or her own schedule to the more experienced sailor who wants a refresher course, we'll set up a schedule just for you. One person $70/hour, minimum 2 hours; each additional person add $20/hour. Please call at least 24 hours in advance. Lessons can also be scheduled for NY harbor..
Call (800) 237-1557 to make arrangements.
Basic Coastal Cruising:
Expand your basic sailing knowledge with this weekend course. Taught aboard a 28 foot sailboat with wheel steering, students will refine their sailing skills and practice boat handling in confined spaces. The focus of this course is on safety and emergency procedures that might be needed for a weekend cruise in local waters. Class from 9-4 each day. The ASA exam is at the end of Sunday's session.
Tuition $450 June TBD or Sept TBD
 Coastal Navigation:
Unlock the secrets of the nautical chart with this two day classroom course. Learn how to plot a course, calculate arrival times, plot "danger bearings", and take into consideration the effects of wind and current on your travel. Even if you use electronic methods of charting, this course is invaluable for those seeking new cruising grounds. Includes text & piloting tools; ASA certification optional with exam. First two dates are classroom sessions from 9-4. Third date will be Q & A from 9-12, Exam begins at 12:30. If you have taken the class with Great Hudson in previous years, you are welcome to sit in on the class again in preparation for the exam.
Open to everyone. Tuition $295
Call for dates for this course in January and March 2012 Call (800) 237-1557 to register.
Instructors Needed:
We are looking for a few experienced sailors who are willing to share their love of sailing with others. A USCG license in essential, ASA certification a bonus! Call (800) 237-1557 for more details!
 Mentor Sailing
This program is open to all Basic Sailing students upon completion of their 16 hours of classes. Provisions are as follows:
1. No more than three students aboard with an instructor for a 3 hour session. Cost is $69/student for Haverstraw sailing. Payment is required at time of booking. Sailing sessions can also be arranged out of our Jersey City office at a cost of $85/student.
2. Schedule permitting, two sessons will be available each day, from 10AM - 1PM and 2-5PM. (Haverstraw only).
3. Students can reserve a place by calling Great Hudson at 845-429-1557 or emailing to info@greathudsonsailing.com. If a session is already full, students can request to be wait-listed for that session. No payment is required until they are confirmed as part of the group.
4. Cancellation policy:
a) If a session is cancelled by Great Hudson Sailing Center for any reason, students will have a choice of another sailing session or a full refund.
b) If a student cancels and we can find someone else to take their place, the student canceling can opt for another sailing time or a 95% refund (5% covers the credit card charges). If not, they forfeit 50% of their payment.
5. It is the student's responsibility to be on the dock by the start of the session. Boats will be prepared for sailing and leave at the scheduled time. Late arrivals forfeit their sailing time and payment.
Join us or come back for a return visit for summer 2011/2012 sailing dates!
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