Cruising Catamaran or Monohull

with

Jeff & Jean

Two Can Sail

Trying to decide between a catamaran and a monohull? Learn the real-world pros, cons, and tradeoffs so you can confidently choose the right boat for your cruising dreams.

90-Minute Live Session

On Demand Replay Available

Live Q&A

Choosing the right cruising boat is one of the most important decisions a sailor will ever make. Whether you're planning coastal adventures or offshore passages, understanding the differences between catamarans and monohulls can shape your entire experience. This course breaks down those differences with real-world insight from decades of cruising and instruction.

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Cruising Catamaran or Monohull

Online class overview

Trying to decide between a catamaran and a monohull? Learn the real-world pros, cons, and tradeoffs so you can confidently choose the right boat for your cruising dreams.

Who is this online class for?

This online class is designed for sailors who are considering purchasing or chartering a cruising boat and want to make an informed decision. It’s ideal for coastal cruisers looking to move offshore, couples planning extended cruising, or anyone curious about the practical differences between multihulls and monohulls. Whether you’re new to cruising or refining your next upgrade, this online class will help clarify your options.

What will I learn?

You’ll gain a clear understanding of the advantages and disadvantages of both catamarans and monohulls in real cruising scenarios. By the end of the online class, you’ll be able to evaluate which platform best fits your sailing style, comfort preferences, and long-term cruising plans with confidence.

List of topics:

Key differences between catamarans and monohulls
Stability, motion, and comfort at sea and at anchor
Maneuverability and handling under sail and power
Cost comparisons: purchase, maintenance, dockage, and sails
Interior space, layout, and livability considerations
Offshore vs. coastal performance and limitations
Safety factors and common misconceptions
How to match the right boat to your cruising goals

Choose the Right Boat for Your Cruising Future

CHOOSING YOUR IDEAL PLATFORM

Deciding between a catamaran and a monohull is more than just a preference. It’s a decision that shapes your comfort, performance, and overall experience on the water. This online class helps you move beyond opinions and assumptions, giving you a clear, structured way to evaluate each platform so you can choose the boat that truly aligns with your cruising goals.

UNDERSTANDING THE TRADEOFFS THAT MATTER

From stability and motion to cost, maintenance, and handling, this online class breaks down the real-world differences between catamarans and monohulls into clear, practical insights. You’ll learn how each platform performs in everyday cruising situations such as anchoring, offshore passages, and tight marina maneuvering. Rather than focusing on which is “better,” you’ll gain the perspective needed to understand what works best for your style of sailing.

CONFIDENCE IN YOUR NEXT STEP

When your decision is guided by knowledge rather than uncertainty, choosing your cruising boat becomes far more straightforward. You’ll leave this online class with a confident understanding of how to match a boat to your lifestyle, whether you’re planning coastal cruising, offshore passages, or extended time aboard. With clarity and direction, you’ll be ready to move forward and choose the right vessel for your journey.

Your Host

Jeff & Jean

Jeff has been actively sailing for over 45 years and Jean has been sailing since she was 12 years old. Both Jeff and Jean have extensively cruised the Caribbean, Bahamas and Florida on their Skye 51. Jeff holds an Electrical Engineering degree and has worked with almost all forms of electronic navigation from B-52 Inertial Navigation systems to modern integrated Nav Suites. Jean is a retired Accredited Marine Surveyor, and was a member of the Society of Accredited Marine Surveyors and ABYC Standards Certified. Both Jeff and Jean are 100GT Masters and ASA Certified Sailing Instructors. Over 15 years ago, Jeff and Jean founded Two Can Sail to address the unique needs of couples cruising and to assist in couples realizing their sailing dreams. Together they help couples gain the perspectives and tools needed to safely pursue the cruising lifestyle while having fun and staying together!

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@ 4:30 PM PT / 7:30 PM ET (90 min)

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All registrations include unlimited on-demand access to the recordings of the live online class. So if you are unable to attend live you can still register and watch at your leisure.

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American Sailing Members can claim their discount in the Member Portal. If you’re not a current member then for only $59/year you can join or renew today!

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