Best Boating Instructor Downey Near Me

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BoatClass teaches introductory boating skills including boat engine control, boat operation and handling, rules of the road, docking, etc.


Shifting and throttle control, Turning drills, Stopping drills, Backing into open water

360 Degree – 720 degree turning in open water, Pivot turn in open water, both directions, Intermittent power vs idle power speed, Managing momentum with cadence, Docking drills

Use of channel markers, Crossing wakes and waves, Right of way applications, Speed zone adjustments

Additional docking, Docking bow first in a slip, Pivot turn in close quarters, Approaching a gas dock, Return to slip

4worldlovers: “Long Beach is the ideal Southern California sail-training venue. It’s windier, closer to Catalina, and at a better wind angle than any other SoCal harbor. Plus, we have the advantage of miles of open water for training without the congestion of the kayaks, paddle boards, Duffys and party boats. It’s simply the best place to learn.” Marc Hughston, Chief Instructor.


Offering local sailing lessons at Rainbow Harbor - Long Beach, California

Sail Training Adventures in the Sea of Cortez, Catalina, and the Channel Islands

Our students are interested in exploring the world of sailing, from day sailing to cruising the world, and everything in between. Some want to be a competent mate for their sailing partner. Some want to take family and friends for day sails. Many want to gain the knowledge and skill to charter a boat for a weekend at Catalina, and others need their SLC Mediterranean Sailing License to charter in the Mediterranean. Some are acquiring their first small sailboat or stepping up to a larger monohull, and still others and prepping for that huge catamaran they want to charter in the Caribbean. And many experienced sailors want to tune their skills in specific areas. In the end, it’s all about gaining the confidence and competence to fulfill your sailing dreams.

“Marc is a squared away sailor who immediately instills a sense of capability and confidence in his clients. One knows that the voyage will be successful. no matter what conditions prevail or what Mother Nature brings. All done with a cheerful, professional demeanor but never a sense of superiority. Would sail with him anywhere anytime as client or crew.”

Many of our students come to us not knowing what they don’t know. When they learn they can voyage to distant shores, anchor in a secluded cove, manage the boat, the crew, and even handle heavy weather, it feels like a little bit of magic is taking place. See our blog on The Best Way to Become a Better Sailor, for a taste of how we can help.

If you want to get somewhere in the world of sailing, even if you’re not sure exactly where that is, see our sailing classes below and find out what the possibilities are. Then contact us for more info. We’re committed to helping you get from where you are to where you want to be.

“I had the pleasure of working with Marc as he was writing his excellent guide to Catalina Island, entitled “Anchoring At Catalina. No Moorings. No Problem.” This consisted of a several day trip around the island in a 30’ sailboat, anchoring and getting photographs at all the sites. I learned more in that weekend than everything else combined.

Subsequent to that trip, we collaborated on a class for the sailing club, and feedback from attendees reinforced my strongly held opinion that Marc has a wealth of practical knowledge from his extensive experience, and he is a master at communicating it. He is an excellent instructor, and truly a pleasure to work with.”

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Expand your sailing education with focused study on key sailing techniques and technologies.

WHY BLUEWATER? Over the last 40 years, thousands of students have taken our sailing lessons in Marina del Rey and Southern California. During that time we’ve developed a curriculum that instills a lifelong love of sailing. In addition to our ASA courses, we offer year round innovative sailing opportunities that are tons of fun and are super ways to get out on the water and meet other sailors. Contact Us to find out more!

To have started my sailing journey here. I started from zero - like didn't know the first thing about sailing. After a year and a half of classes, I'm very comfortable on the water... I would recommend this place wholeheartedly to anyone who's ever flirted with the idea of learning how to sail but wasn't sure where to begin. It can totally change your life.

It's like a well oiled machine. The employees work well together, are very knowledgable, and kind to those who know absolutely nothing about sailing a boat. Many thanks to the staff that made our experience so wonderful. Thank you Brian, Lennox, and Amy! We appreciate you.