Seminars

CRUISERS UNIVERSITY CLASSES AT THE 2025 ANNAPOLIS BOAT SHOW

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)

Thursday, October 9: Offshore Cruising Seminar (all day)

MARINE ELECTRICAL ESSENTIALS FOR CRUISERS HANDS-ON WORKSHOP

Anacortes, WA

November 1-2, 2025

Join us for a weekend of learning all things electrical. This course is mostly hands-on and designed for beginner and intermediate levels. You'll learn everything from what is electricity to how to use specialty tools. Your learning culminates with building a functional marine electrical circuit to industry standard and practicing professional troubleshooting techniques.

ONBOARD REPAIR ESSENTIALS

ASA Online Class

October 28, 2025

Learn what tools we carry onboard and why, what we stock our repair kit with when we’re heading offshore or on a long cruise, and the nuances of selecting and storing tools properly to maximize their longevity. We’ll cover specialized tools and supplies for mechanical and electrical systems, your rig, sails, and more. We’ll also discuss some of the most common repairs and projects you should be prepared to address. Finally, we’ll give you resources and recommendations on what, where, and how to acquire some of the coveted hands-on repair skills that can make or break your cruise.

BOAT BATTERY BASICS FOR CRUISERS

ASA Online Class

November 4 and 6, 2025

This class is a must for any sailor who wants to understand the core of their boat’s energy storage system: batteries. We’ve developed this curriculum for beginners, so if you are just starting to become familiar with your boat’s batteries you are in the right place. You will learn about the differences between AC and DC power and how your batteries play an integral role in both systems. You’ll also learn about the different types of batteries available, principles of how they function, and their respective advantages and disadvantages on offshore cruising boats.

OFFSHORE CRUISING SEMINAR & HANDS-ON WORKSHOP

Anacortes, WA

January 24-25, 2026

We are honored to be the new hosts of the renowned Mahina Offshore Cruising Seminar and Hands-On Workshop which our mentor John Neal bequeathed to us. In this weekend workshop you'll learn about marine diesel engines, marine electrical, hands-on sail repair, sewing, anchoring, storm tactics, and the costs of cruising. Guest presenters include a marine surveyor Aaron Bandstra and Port Townsend Sails head sailmaker Erica Georgakalis. Everything you need to know to go cruising comfortably!