Skipper training in Antigua

SEAS Cruising skipper class
Antigua 2026
Are you ready to elevate your sailing skills and embark on a thrilling adventure across the Caribbean? SEAS is excited to offer an exclusive advanced sailing class designed for experienced sailors. This unique opportunity will provide hands-on experience with docking, anchoring, and open ocean sailing as we journey from one picturesque Caribbean island to another.
Trip Details:
Vessel: 42ft Catamaran: A modern, spacious vessel offering a stable and fast sailing experience.
Skipper: Paul Duerk is a USCG Captain, ASA-certified and NauticEd (Captain) instructor with extensive sailing experience. Our skipper is passionate about teaching and ensuring that each participant gains valuable skills and confidence on the water.
Highlights:

• Docking and Anchoring: Learn and practice essential techniques in a variety of conditions, enhancing your ability to manage these critical aspects of sailing.
• Open Ocean Sailing: Experience the thrill of navigating open waters as we sail between stunning Caribbean islands.
• Hands-On Training: Gain practical knowledge and refine your sailing abilities under the guidance of expert instructors.
• Scenic Destinations: Explore beautiful islands, pristine beaches, and vibrant marine life, making unforgettable memories along the way.
• Sailing skills taught are designed to satisfy SEAS Cruising Skipper requirements. SQB approval is still required and there may be additional requirements.
• ASA and NauticEd certifications available. Email Paul Duerk for details [paulduerk@gmail.com](mailto:paulduerk@gmail.com).

Event Details:

• Dates: January 3 - 10th, 2026.
• Sponsored by SEAS (Society for the Education of American Sailors): We are proud to have the support of SEAS, ensuring a top-notch educational experience.
• Limited to 6 Participants: To ensure personalized instruction and ample hands-on practice, we are limiting this event to 6 people.
• Successful sailors: Your level of skill may qualify you for Nirvana skipper SEAS Morris’s cruising boat), and SEAS trips Cruising Skipper. It will depend on performance and evaluation.

Price and Signup:

• $2,600: Double occupancy. Includes breakfasts, lunches, fuel, and 2 dinners.
• Payments: Zelle [Seasmorris@gmail.com](mailto:Seasmorris@gmail.com), or
• check: SEAS inc, 292 PO Box Budd Lake, NJ, 07828
• Signup: https://seas-morris.squarespace.com/joinatrip
• Excludes: Airfare and meals onshore. ASA/NauticEd certifications/materials

Requirements:

• Experience Level: This class is designed for sailors with experience of cruising, first mates or small boat skippers.
• Commitment to Learning: Participants should be eager to actively participate and enhance their sailing skills, which includes pre-trip preparation, group learning and discussions and hands-on practice.