orresen
Sailing School was founded for the purpose of sharing the pleasures we
have discovered in sailing. Come and join us and learn a skill you can
enjoy the rest of your life. You will be glad you did. Our staff is noted
for the contagious enthusiasm they bring to their sailing courses. That
special feeling of fun and adventure on the water stays with you all of
your sailing life, as does the thorough training that gets you sailing
confidently the very first day!
Our sailing school
emphasizes individual instruction and stresses safety and sailing for the
sheer fun of it. With the best sailing instruction available you will be
able to sail easier, faster and with more confidence at all levels from
Basic to Advanced Coastal Cruising.
Our courses are
intimate for maximum interaction between students and instructor. We usually do not
permit more than four students and one instructor in each boat (five people from one family will be allowed -- please ask about this when you register). This
assures you of individual attention as well as plenty of sailing time to
sharpen your skills and gain confidence.
Our instructors are
certified through the American Sailing Association. Their easy
Learn-to-Sail method will assure you of high quality instruction.
Knowledge and appreciation of the Great Lakes is conveyed through the
instructor so you will gain important local knowledge as well as a
complete practical experience.
The entire staff
shares a concern for the ecology and preservation of the Great Lakes which
imparts a unique attitude of dedication and purpose to the Torresen
Marine, Inc. Sailing School.
Learn
to sail in light to moderate winds and sea conditions in familiar waters
without supervision. Prerequisites None (Daysailor only).
#103 Basic Coastal Cruising Learn
to cruise in local and regional waters as both Skipper and Crew in
moderate winds and sea conditions. Prerequisites Basic Sailing.
#104 Intermediate Coastal Cruising A
more advanced for those with cruising experience. Student can act as
Skipper sailing by day in coastal waters.
Includes boat systems and maintenance. Prerequisites Basic Coastal
Sailing.
#105 - Coastal Navigation Classroom
only. Learn Navigational Theory required to safely navigate in coastal or
inland waters. Prerequisites None (You must have your own divider and
parallel rules).
#106 - Advanced Coastal Cruising - please
call us for additional information 231-759-8596
COURSE MATERIALS
Upon receipt of your enrollment form and deposit, we
will send you a confirmation and the basic text book. All other written
required materials are provided. If you wish to purchase "The
Annapolis Book of Seamanship" (ASA recommended), we stock it in our
fully equipped ship’s store.
RATES INCLUDE STAYING ABOARD OVERNIGHT
#101 2 days/2 nights $300/person*
#103 2 days/2 nights $300/person*
#101 & #103 combo 3 days/3 nights $450/person*
#104 2 days/2 nights $395/person*
#105 2 sessions $150/person*
#103 & #104 combo 4 days/4 nights $600/person*
*Note
Rates are based on a minimum of two people and a
maximum of four people per yacht. A $50 per day premium will be charged
for single person enrollments. You may also wish to combine courses
for a longer cruise.
Expenses
Tuition (except #105) includes accommodations on
board at Torresen Marine, instructor, fuel and required course materials. Food, personal
expenses and dockage at other marinas are extra. We encourage you to stay
aboard to save lodging costs and experience boat living first hand.
Payments
A $100 deposit per person, by check, credit card or
money order, is required with the enrollment form. The balance of your
tuition is due upon boarding.
