Seamanship Training & Global Charters
A Clear Path From Online Lessons
to Worldwide Exploration
Learning to sail and travel globally should feel organized and achievable.
Your training path moves step by step—from online lessons, to practical skills on the water, to confident global chartering.
MOS is an official NauticEd Affiliate School.
Your online learning, practical training, logged experience, and licensing all work together in a single, unified pathway.
Below is the ideal progression.
STEP 1 — Start With Two Free Lessons
Begin your journey with NauticEd’s free introductory courses:
Basic Sail Trim
Navigation Rules: Avoiding Collisions
These give you your first understanding of boat movement, sail forces, and how decisions are made on the water.
STEP 2 — Complete Your Online Courses
Your core online modules build the foundation for real-world seamanship:
Bareboat Master
Bareboat Master + Catamaran Endorsement
These courses prepare you for bareboat chartering in 42+ global destinations.
STEP 3 — Train With Me On the Water
Bring everything together through hands-on seamanship in real conditions.
Beautiful BC (Summer)
A region that teaches fundamentals clearly:
currents & tides
coastal route planning
anchoring in varied locations
interpreting local conditions
Skills You’ll Practice
steering under power
sail handling essentials
anchoring (multiple methods)
using mooring balls (where applicable)
navigation fundamentals
interpreting wind and water
crew communication
real-world decision-making
REVIEWS FROM TRAINING
“Mike created a learning environment where everything made sense. I understood the ‘why’ behind each step.”
— Conaf Flair
“It was the most comfortable I’ve ever felt learning something new. I never felt rushed or overwhelmed.”
— Jaymie Friesen
“Every part of the course was clear and practical. I came away with real skills I can trust.”
— Tracy Sarich
“I felt supported the entire time. Mike stayed patient and steady no matter what we were working on.”
— Beth Nelson
“Understanding weather, routes, and decisions became simple. Mike kept everything easy to follow.”
— Sup Johan
“The confidence I gained stayed with me long after the trip. I know I can handle more now.”
— Amanda Schubert
“Mike’s guidance continues even after training. I always know I can check in when I need advice.”
— John House
STEP 5 — Explore the World
With your training complete, you’ll be supported as you choose from:
42+ global destinations, including:
Greece
Croatia
Italy
Thailand
Bahamas
BVI
USVI
Sea of Cortez
Beautiful BC
and many others
We select a region, season, and boat that match your experience and comfort level.
STEP 6 — Join the MOS Family
After training, you’re invited into the MOS Family, where you receive:
seasonal updates (BC + Cortez)
monthly insights
flotilla invitations
charter planning support
continued seamanship learning
A place to stay connected, learn, and explore alongside others.
STEP 4 — Earn Your SLC (Included in Your Training Path)
The SLC International Sailing License is built directly into your NauticEd pathway.
You complete:
the SLC online theory (included in your bundle)
the SLC exam (included in your bundle)
logged experience through NauticEd
your practical assessment with me during training
The SLC is consistently accepted by charter companies worldwide, a credit to its strong validation and reliability.
If you plan to sail internationally—especially in regions requiring formal licensing—the SLC gives you a clear, trusted path forward.
Sea of Cortez (Winter)
A wide-open training environment:
clear water
thermal wind patterns
open anchorages
excellent visibility for learning boat movement
OFFSHORE PATH(Optional)
For those looking to continue their adventure beyond coastal cruising:
offshore planning
night passages
watchkeeping
advanced navigation
weather systems
safety and passage preparation
This is the next step for sailors who want deeper capability.
Begin online. Train on the water. Explore the world with confidence.
Start Free Lessons
Complete Online Courses
Book Practical Training