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The Secrets to Safe, Confident Short-Handed Cruising
If you missed our recent online class with offshore expert John Neal, don’t worry—you can now watch the full replay of Intro to Short-Handed Sailing at your convenience.
🎥 Watch the Replay Here:
👉 https://learn.americansailing.com/p/short-handed-sailingIn this course, John shares strategies developed over 410,000+ offshore miles to help you sail safely and confidently with a small crew—or even solo. Whether you’re preparing for your first short-handed passage or looking to refine your systems, this class is packed with practical, real-world advice.
💬 What sailors are saying:
“John’s passion for sailing is contagious—you can feel how much he loves it. His wealth of experiences, woven into each lesson, makes you eager to get out on the water yourself. Pinpointing one moment is hard—I enjoyed the entire class.”
🚩 Some key takeaways include:
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Creating an onboard safety ethic
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Easier, safer sail changes
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Gear that really helps when you’re sailing solo or with a partner
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Galley tips, docking strategies, and offshore weather prep
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Preventing seasickness, building a watch schedule, and more
If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re truly ready to handle your boat short-handed, this course is packed with the practical know-how you need.
Drop your questions, thoughts, or favorite tips from the class below—let’s keep the conversation going!
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This discussion was modified 3 weeks, 2 days ago by
Diona.
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This discussion was modified 3 weeks ago by Diona.
learn.americansailing.com
Proven strategies for sailing safely with a small crew.
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New Sailor
The link to the survey after the class doesn’t seem to be working. Just letting you know in case it’s not just me.
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New Sailor
Oh no! Thank you for letting me know, I am not sure what happened. If you watch the replay I believe there is another link in there?
Did you enjoy the course?
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New Sailor
Yes it was great! I look forward to another one. I will check the link in the replay
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