We believe that the ocean is more than a destination — it’s a proving ground. At SV Indie Sky, we exist to help people become competent, confident, and courageous at sea. Our vision is to create experiences that develop real-world seamanship, challenge personal limits, and cultivate a mindset of curiosity, adaptability, and growth. Whether you dream of becoming a liveaboard cruiser or simply want to do something that scares you (in a good way), this is where the journey begins.
Our expeditions are led by U.S. Coast Guard-licensed captains and NauticEd-certified instructors, professional athletes, and influencers who live what they teach. With thousands of ocean miles under our keels — including Atlantic crossings, offshore passages, and high-adventure voyages — we bring deep technical knowledge, instructional clarity, and a relentless commitment to safety. We’ve tested the world’s best training systems and chosen to align with NauticEd because it offers the depth, structure, and international recognition serious sailors need.
We train to a high standard — but no one is expected to get there alone. On SV Indie Sky, we’re committed to backing every crew member with real support, clear communication, and a team that listens. Whether you’re plotting your first course, leading a night watch, or taking on a personal Misogi that pushes you past your comfort zone, we’ll be right there with you. We create space for challenge, but also for growth — where mistakes are part of the learning, questions are always welcome, and courage is celebrated. You’ll never be thrown into the deep end without a lifeline. We’ve got your back.
The lessons learned at sea don’t stay on the water. They ripple outward. Our crew members have gone on to become captains, instructors, ocean crossers, and more intentional humans.
Families who sailed with us now cruise full-time. Solo adventurers have faced their fears and found new purpose.
We measure success not in nautical miles, but in mindset shifts — because when you’ve faced a storm offshore, a headwind back home doesn’t seem so hard to handle.
SV Indie Sky isn’t a charter. It’s a high-level, hands-on expedition led by professionals who train for the real thing.
We don’t follow fixed itineraries or hand out meaningless certificates. We teach you to think like a captain, live like a crew, and face challenges head-on — with the guidance of experienced instructors who always have your back.
We blend internationally accredited training with raw adventure, pushing each crew member to grow through discomfort, adapt with resilience, and take on their own Misogi — a bold challenge that reveals who you really are.
Choose SV Indie Sky if you want to:
This isn’t a tour. This is your proving ground.
If you’re ready to do something real, we’re ready to take you there.