Own Boat Tuition
- Develop yours &/or your partners skills & confidence
- Learn how to run your Yacht, Launch or Power Boat
- Learn in your own cruising grounds or other preferred sailing region
- Wanting to charter overseas and in need of recognised qualifications?
- Learn aboard your own vessel or on charter
e.g. the Marlborough Sounds, Bay of Islands or Auckland’s Gulf of Islands, the Hauraki Gulf.
Key focus areas:
- Knowledge of your vessels capabilities
- Due attention to its handling characteristics
- Understanding its engine and other mechanical functions
- Awareness of changing weather and sea conditions
- Knowledge of your cruising grounds
- Careful navigation
- Attention to personal safety
All of the above can make for a great time on the water.
Seeking out secluded anchorages. Finding those out of the way spots up and down the coast adds to the special experience of cruising in our part of the world. And at the end of the day maneuvering your vessel in and out of anchorages, moorings or marinas can make or break the whole experience.Location:
- Familiarisation with your own cruising grounds wherever you are in NZ. Talk to Chad about coming to your preferred location for tuition
- Specialist tuition upon request
- Cost of chartering elsewhere upon request
Your Tutor:
Chad Thompson has enjoyed a lifetime of sailing. He has an extensive knowledge base to call upon for safe and pleasurable cruising.
Having raced and cruised the family’s classic yacht “Prize” forever, Chad’s professional time afloat commenced in 1999. He now also runs Lady Gay, on behalf of her owner, as a luxury charter launch.
Tuition cost by the day: $800 per day for up to 5 students
Living Expenses - Client to provide for themselves and tutor
Travel Expenses - Tutors care to main centers in New Zealand for minimum of three days of tutoring
For further information contact: Chad Thompson - P: +64 9 446 6081 M: +64 21 995 754 – Email: chad@gulfwind.co.nz
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