Hello Sailing Friends,

While most of country is in the middle of a frigid winter, here in South Florida, we average 70 degree days and prime wind conditions. How about a trip to Miami or Key West to to try sailing, or even earn your U.S. Sailing Certification?

Sail on Miami’s Biscayne Bay or to tropical coral reefs just a short sail from Key West and enjoy the warm wind and crystal-clear water. Our high-quality teaching monohulls and a new 52-foot cruising catamaran option are making learning practical and enjoyable. Click on the links below to find out about upcoming courses in Miami and Key West.

US Sailing Basic Keelboat Certification Course

Learn to sail a modern 26-foot keelboat with the guidance of the successful US Sailing teaching program and highly qualified professional instructors. At the completion of the course, you will be able to sail a 18’ to 28' keelboat on inland waters in good conditions.

4-day / 2 weekend Keelboat Course at Miami Yacht Club

4-weekday Keelboat Certification Course

View upcoming course dates or start your registration now!

Contact us to learn more, or inquire about future course dates in Miami or Key West! Click on our Contact button below or text "Keelboat" to 305-396-1331.

US Sailing Basic Cruising Certification Course

Once you have your Basic Keelboat certification under your belt, your next step will be to learn how to sail a larger cruising monohull in blue water and more challenging sailing conditions. The highly regarded US Sailing teaching system will equip you with an engaging and thorough learning experience that will make you a more confident sailor.

4-day / 2 Weekend Basic Cruising Certification Course at Miami Yacht Club

4-weekday Basic Cruising Certification Course at Miami Yacht Club

View upcoming course dates or start your registration now!

Contact us to learn more, or inquire about future course dates in Miami or Key West! Click on our Contact button below or text "Cruising" to 305-396-1331.

US Sailing Bareboat Cruising Certification Course

With your US Sailing Basic Keelboat and Basic Cruising certifications completed, you are ready to register for the Bareboat Cruising course and certification. Once you have passed the certification test, you also qualify for your International Proficiency Certificate (IPC).

4-day Monohull Bareboat Cruising Certification Course

5-day Catamaran Bareboat Cruising Certification Course

2-day Stand-Alone Catamaran Endorsement (with prior Bareboat Cruising Certification)

Note: Basic Cruising, Bareboat Cruising and even Cruising Catamaran can also be combined into a full Cruising Experience!! 

View upcoming course dates or start your registration now!

Contact us to learn more, or inquire about future course dates in Miami or Key West! Click on our Contact button below or text "Bareboat" to 305-396-1331.

Start making your dream a reality by learning more about the US Sailing Certification Course System!

Private US Sailing Certification Courses

Are you looking to add an advanced US Sailing certification to your logbook? Register for a single or combination course in Miami or Key West. Though our small group course sizes always ensure everyone’s comfort on the boat, we offer private lessons and courses, even on your own boat!

Individuals and groups can book a private course with more scheduling flexibility at either our base at Miami Yacht Club or in Key West.

Learn to sail with the highly regarded US Sailing education program! As a US Sailing accredited school, our instructions follow the internationally accepted standards of the United States Sailing Association, the National Governing Body for the Sport of Sailing. 

Make your dream a reality by securing your course dates! Learn more or start your registration by clicking on the button below!

Let us know when YOU would like to sail

Group courses are available year-round in Miami and Key West and private lessons and courses are always available upon request.

Start here to learn about our personalized pathways to sailing proficiency.

The best way to reach us is by email, so we can schedule a personal call to answer all your questions. Our friendly crew is looking forward to talking with you.

Click here to email us to let us know when you would like to sail!

Or simply call or text us at +1-305-396-1331.

Fair winds,

Your Charisma Sailing Crew