Liveaboard coaching
Everyone dreams of casting off and sailing into the sunset—but before you sell the house, quit your jobs, and pull the kids out of school, you need to know what you're getting into. The liveaboard lifestyle can be incredible, but it’s not for everyone—and it falls apart fast if even one family member is miserable.
Our family-friendly Liveaboard 101 & Liveaboard 201 training packages are designed to allow families to try the liveaboard sailing lifestyle. They give families a real, hands-on experience—while making sure it’s a positive one. You’ll get a true taste of what life aboard feels like, without the costly leap of commitment.
We draw on years of experience sailing and living aboard with kids to give your family a blueprint for staying safe, self-sufficient, and happy—yes, even while homeschooling and managing the realities of teenagers. Our goal is to help you figure out if this lifestyle can work for your whole family / crew—and how to make it thrive if it does.
Liveaboard 101
Liveaboard 101
Liveaboard 101
Learn to Love Sailing as a Family
Give your family a fun, positive first taste of liveaboard life. This hands-on training expedition designed to build confidence, spark curiosity, and leave everyone excited about the adventure of living at sea—no pressure, just possibility.
We welcome entire families on board and guide you through the basics of sailing and life afloat. You'll learn to function as a cohesive crew—sharing responsibilities, building trust, and communicating effectively in ways that strengthen your bond on and off the water. From plotting a course to reefing a sail, every challenge becomes a shared adventure.
Highly Recommended:
All crew members ages 9+ complete the Qualified Crew Member online sailing course before coming aboard.
Liveaboard 201
Liveaboard 101
Liveaboard 101
Train Together as a Family & Become a CREW
This is where the dream gets real. Liveaboard 201 is a hands-on, family-focused training expedition designed to transform your family into a confident, capable, and COMPETENT sailing crew. Together, you’ll run the boat, tackle real-world challenges, and build the skills needed to thrive afloat—while still having fun.
This is an immersive training experience where everyone has a role, everyone contributes, and the takeaway is powerful: “We can do this.”
Requirements:
At least one adult must complete the NauticEd Skipper (Large Keelboat) and Catamaran Sailing Confidence online courses. All crew ages 9+ must complete the Qualified Crew Member course before coming aboard.
Reality Check
Liveaboard 101
Reality Check
We’re not here to sell the dream—we’re here to show you the reality, and help you decide if it’s the right fit.
Our crew shares hard-earned lessons from years of liveaboard experience, offering honest guidance, practical tips, and encouragement every step of the way. If you're serious about transitioning to the liveaboard lifestyle as a family, we are an excellent place to start.
You'll Learn about:
Navigation
Navigation
We teach you how to plan passages not just for distance and forecast—but for family. Learn to read weather windows with your crew’s comfort and morale in mind, so the journey stays safe, smooth, and positive for everyone on board.
Systems
Navigation
Gain hands-on experience with the critical systems that keep your vessel—and your crew—running smoothly. Learn how to manage and troubleshoot power, water, waste, rigging, and more with confidence and calm under pressure.
Day to Day Life
Provision, Cook, and Live Efficiently—Together
Learn how to stock, prepare, and enjoy meals in a compact, self-sufficient environment. We’ll show you how to turn galley life into a fun, collaborative part of the adventure—making mealtime a morale booster, not a chore.
Sailing Skills
Sailing Skills
Learn from NauticEd-Certified Instructors to Become Truly Competent at Sailing Your Floating Home
From anchoring and systems management to daily routines and emergency prep, we teach the skills you need to confidently run your liveaboard life—safely, efficiently, and with purpose.
Trip Planning
Sailing Skills
Trip Planning
Choose Anchorages with More Than Just Charts in Mind
Learn how to select fun, safe, comfortable anchorages based on wind, swell, and protection—and keep your crew happy, rested, and excited for the next leg of the journey.
Logistics
Sailing Skills
Trip Planning
Learn to select destinations not just for beauty, but for practicality—factoring in access to fuel, water, provisions, and repair services to keep your journey smooth and sustainable.