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2025 CRUISERS UNIVERSITY CLASSES AT THE ANNAPOLIS BOAT SHOW
2025 CRUISERS UNIVERSITY CLASSES AT THE ANNAPOLIS BOAT SHOW
We'll be teaching even more classes at the Annapolis Boat Show this year, many of which will include a hands-on component. Registration via Cruisers University opens May 15.
2025 CRUISERS UNIVERSITY CLASS SCHEDULE
2025 CRUISERS UNIVERSITY CLASS SCHEDULE
Monday, October 6: What's in Your Toolbox & At-Sea Repair Kit (pm)
Tuesday, October 7: Women's Only Intro to Electrical & Electronics with Julie (all day)
Tuesday, October 7: How to Splice with Gio (pm)
Wednesday, October 8: Boat Refit 101 (am & pm sessions), this class will take place on an actual boat!
Thursday, October 9: Offshore Cruising Seminar (all day)
Marine Electrical Essentials for Cruisers Hands-On Workshop
Marine Electrical Essentials for Cruisers Hands-On Workshop
Join us November 1-2, 2025 for a weekend of learning all things electrical. This course is mostly hands-on and designed for beginners. You'll learn everything from what is electricity to how to use specialty tools. Your learning culminates with building a basic marine electrical circuit to industry standard and practicing professional troubleshooting techniques.
Offshore Cruising Seminar & Hands-On Workshop
Offshore Cruising Seminar & Hands-On Workshop
We are honored to be the new hosts of the Mahina Offshore Cruising Seminar which our mentor John Neal bequeathed to us. In this weekend workshop January 24-25, 2026 you'll learn about marine diesel engines, marine electrical, plus sail repair, sewing, anchoring, storm tactics, and the costs of cruising. Stay tuned for more details and registration.
2025 American Sailing (ASA) On-Demand Online Classes
2025 American Sailing (ASA) On-Demand Online Classes
In this special 90-minute online class you'll learn about how to manage and organize one of the most important parts of a boat - the galley! We'll also be sharing our most requested expedition recipes. Get the replay
Heading offshore or off-grid? Discover the tools we carry for boat maintenance and repair while cruising. We'll walk you through selecting the right tools based on your cruising goals, boat systems, and destinations, plus share our knowledge of how to acquire the hands-on skills you need to maintain and repair your boat when you are off-grid and keen to stay there. Get the replay
If you missed this super popular and informative online class you can still grab the replay of over 4 hours of learning. You'll learn everything from how electricity works, how batteries actually work, and of course how to maintain your batteries to maximize their usual lifespan on your boat. Get the replay
Are you aspiring for an offshore or off-grid multi-year cruise? In this online online class, you'll learn all the essential projects you'll want to check of your list before taking off on an extended offshore cruise. We'll cover key vessel systems, priority refit upgrades, and outfitting tips to ensure years of successful cruising. Get the replay
Maintaining and refitting a sailboat takes time, a realistic budget, and the practical skills to identify and address weaknesses in your boat’s systems. But where should you start? In this online class, you'll discover key maintenance items and refitting tips and techniques to help prevent issues at sea while minimizing cost and maximizing the seaworthiness of your vessel. Get the replay
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