Miami Sailing School, Inc. is considered as one of the toughest sailing academies in the United States.  The coveted certifications in numerous specialties have become a sign of excellence of top level instruction acquired under realistic conditions.  These sought-after certificates, based on the European standards of evaluation, much higher than anything we have here, are among the most respected in the U.S. and abroad.  Regardless of any amount of advertising, there is no substitute for serious instruction carried out by instructors of vast experience, nor can the prescribed minimum amount of sailing time required for certification be short-cut in any way.  Those only are commercial maneuvers to lure unwary beginners into incomplete instruction programs, by offering less time at consequently lesser total cost.  It is only when sailors face the potential danger of adverse conditions on water, when they fully realize the importance of such training.  A single collision, assuming there only is a material damage, costs many times over the cost of this course.  The School attracts persons in search of expert knowledge and simultaneous assurance of the newcomer's future safety and competence in handling a sailing vessel under any conditions.

MI.S.S. is the only sailing academy in the United States teaching the arts of navigation in four languages.

Type of Course:	Intensive Program, scheduled year-round for eight continuous weeks.  Unlimited group for theory sessions.  Limited group of four up to six students for practical sailing.
Cost:	$20 per hour.  Total of $ 1,200.00 per person    (Discounts for prepayment and additional family members in one group)
Instruction:	Total of 60 hours:    26 hours classroom sessions & tests.  34 hours on-water activities & Final Practical Exam.
Credits:	Internationally recognized instruction level on European Standards.
Duration:	Total of 8 weeks of sailing activities
Schedules:	Two evenings and one weekend session per week.  Consult other available shifts with the main office.
Shifts:	"Early Shift" is from 6:30 to 8:00 pm.  "Late Shift" runs from 8:30 to 10:00 pm.
Reservations:	Required with fully filled-out Registration Form and a nonrefundable deposit of $ 100.00.
Discounts:	When two or more students register as a group a $ 100.00 discount is allowed to the additional students.
	When nonrefundable full course payment is received at least 8 days prior to the starting date a $ 100.00 discount is allowed.  Course cost is then only $ 1,100.00.
Sailboats:	High-performance Olympic or International Classes sailing yachts within the 30' LOA length limit.

This Program is designed to provide serious overall information for people interested in obtaining the effective skills to control a sailing vessel.  The exceptionally high standard beyond what is normally considered as sailing instruction, is the product of direct personal interaction of the student aboard highly sophisticated sailboats, under the constant supervision of expert instructors. The MIAMI SAILING SCHOOL's methodology, based on proven techniques and developed from European equivalent standards, ensures excellent results.

Upon completion of this Course, the student really comprehends the basic mechanics of sailboat operation and acquires a genuine confidence at the helm, even at such complicated maneuvers as may be entering a marina slip under sail.  Absolutely all work and boat handling are done by the students.  Two written tests and the Final Practical Exam complete this Program.  The successful student obtains at no extra charge the Skipper Diploma.  This fundamental certificate becomes a solid base for all future sailing activities.  One of the additional advantages is the fact that as of that point you may use club vessels for your personal enjoyment for a period of six months, starting with the date you registered, without being a club member, and do so at a reduced rental price as a regular member.  The difference will shortly pay for the initial cost of your course.

This Course is not difficult for an average person with common sense, yet a degree of effort, concentration and dedication is necessary to absorb the multiple aspects of instruction.  It was not designed to be easy, as other commercially oriented tempting offers based on insufficient information or instruction time claim, but above all effective: To learn how to really achieve a true control of a sailboat at all times.  Expert instructors provide challenging and near-life situations afloat.

MIAMI SAILING SCHOOL, INC. has established its reputation since 1982.  It is a unique, serious and realistic sailing academy, serving those in search of expert knowledge and sailing traditions.  Certifications are equivalent to European, Middle East, Central and South American standards, where they are required by law, and are among the most respected in the USA today.

Course reservations, accompanied by a $ 100.00 nonrefundable deposit and the Course Registration Form, should be remitted well in advance to secure the desired time slot in the annual schedule.  Acceptance is subject to available space.  If the course is prepaid in full with the reservation, a $ 100.00 discount is granted to the student. Other arrangements may be requested and granted.  Cancellations may be called in up to 72 hours prior to the first session and the course may be rescheduled once within six months as of the date of the original registration. Otherwise the deposit or the payment is lost. Tuition is nonrefundable.  When two or more people register as a group or family, only the first student pays a full fee.  The rest obtain an additional $ 100.00 credit per person if it is prepaid in full at the time of the reservation.

When 3 or more people register as a group, they may select any free schedule available for their course.  MI.S.S. may add more students to complete the group to a full shift.

When 4 or more students register as a group, they may select any free schedule available for their classes.  In this case it is considered as a closed private group and no additional students will be added to this group without their agreement.

Registration form, including the deposit, must be received latest by Sunday, Xxxxxxxx 3, 2006 to qualify for this date.  Acceptance is subject to available space.   Early registration w/discount to obtain the $ 100.00 discount for prepayment, if you are absolutely sure you wish to take this course at this time, the total amount of $ 1,100.00 must be received with the registration form in our hands latest by Monday, Xxxxxxxx 28, 2006 to confirm your space in the course.   

THEORY  CLASSROOM  SESSIONS:   26  Hours Total

PRACTICAL ON-WATER CLASSES: 34 Hours Total

EXAMS  FOR  SKIPPER'S  CERTIFICATE  

Minimum passing percentage on both tests and Final Exam is 70%.
Man Overboard Drill is mandatory, only three attempts with decreasing points per exam are allowed.
Students may reschedule for a new exam at $ 100.00 for each event, subject to instructor's schedule. Special rates of $ 50.00/hour/student, or $ 70/hour/2 or more students for private instruction apply only for students in need to make up lost classroom or on-water classes.

COURSE  TUITION:

REGULAR  COURSE  COST  IS  $ 1,200.00 with a $ 100.00 nonrefundable reservation deposit, balance of $ 1,100.00 due at the first class.

WHEN  FULLY  PREPAID  WITH  NONREFUNDABLE  REGISTRATION,  $ 1,100.00 received as soon as possible to reserve the desired date, but no later than 8 days prior to the scheduled course date.  Acceptance is subject to available space.

WHEN ONE OR MORE PEOPLE TAKE COURSE TOGETHER, each additional person in one group obtains a $ 100.00 discount.  May be compounded with prepayment.

Please note as of January 1, 2004 we no longer accept credit card payments.

Graduation ceremony
The traditional Final Event of the Complete Sailing Course shall be held at a date selected for the students by the instructor.  Refreshments and food selection served shall be provided by the attending students and invited guests.  Friends, guests and family are welcome.

Course credits
Equivalent to the International Sailing Standards.  A successful completion of this Course shall be awarded with a SKIPPER DIPLOMA and the certification of logged hours.

Course reservation
Deposit of $ 100.00 with the Registration Form is required.  Balance of $ 1,100.00 is due at the first classroom session.  Please be aware the tuition for the courses is nonrefundable.

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Private classes require a nonrefundable performance deposit of $ 100.00 for non-registered students.  Should a student schedule a class and not concur, this amount will be forfeited in lieu of Instructors fees & travel.

Scheduled class may be rescheduled one time by calling both school numbers no later than 72 hours prior to the scheduled day and time.  In case of private classes, a change may be called in at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled day and time.  Otherwise the fee for the class is due.

31.	Applied terminology	41.	Spinnaker folding	51.	Rudderless steering
32.	Basic knots	42.	Setting spinnaker	52.	Sail balance & trim
33.	Efficient groove	43.	Spinnaker jibe	53.	Surfing with spinnaker
34.	Yacht control	44.	Running	54.	Dowsing the spinnaker
35.	Rudder blade configurations	45.	Knock-down	55.	Man Overboard Drill
36.	Wind intensity variations	46.	Tacking downwind	56.	Solo sailing / crewing
37.	Puffs & lulls	47.	C.T.S.	57.	Flags
38.	Header & lift	48.	Rigs	58.	Common sense
39.	Tack decisions	49.	Chord & camber	59.	Reefing procedures
40.	Leeward watch	50.	Telltales	60.	Sailboat inspection

	1  Written Test
	4  Students per shift

	1  Final day trip to the Florida Keys   (subject to weather conditions)

	COST  IS  $ 650.00  WITH  FULLY  PREPAID  NONREFUNDABLE  REGISTRATION

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The next ADVANCED SAILING TWO is temporarily not available

FRIDAYS,  6:30 TO 8:30 PM

2 x SUNDAYS, 10:00 TO 1:00 PM

2 x FRIDAYS, 9:00 PM TO 12:00 MIDNIGHT

THEORY  CLASSROOM  SESSIONS:  8  Hours Total

   7  Hours Night Navigation

31.	Applied terminology	41.	Point System	51.	Priorities
32.	Basic Calculations	42.	Magnetic & True North	52.	Aids to Navigation
33.	Definitions	43.	Compass Error	53.	Tide Tables
34.	Measures	44.	Lubber Line	54.	Flood & Ebb
35.	Formulas	45.	True Bearing	55.	Man Overboard Drill
36.	Course Made Good	46.	Soundings	56.	Small Craft Warning
37.	Wind & Current Direction	47.	CTS	57.	Flags & Codes
38.	Handbearing	48.	Relative Bearing	58.	Common sense
39.	Charts	49.	Course Digits	59.	Reefing procedures
40.	Navigation Equipment	50.	Hexadecimal System	60.	Sailboat inspection

EXAM  FOR  ADVANCED  SAILING  TWO  CERTIFICATE

 1  Written Test
 4  or 6 Students per shift, according to the vessel

 1  Final night trip piloting arts

	COST  IS  $ 650.00  WITH  FULLY  PREPAID  NONREFUNDABLE  REGISTRATION

SUNDAY,  2:00 TO 6:00 pm

Registration Form accompanied by the full payment must be received one week prior to the scheduled date.

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Monthly program dealing with complete review of trim, rigging, dock lines handling, fenders, maneuvers, etc. etc. for sailors with previous experience, who know how to sail, but have not sailed intensively enough and would prefer to refresh their knowledge.  Students may request special subjects.  This program is particularly valuable for people who have sailed only one type of vessel, and would like to experiment with other designs.  Vessels employed are of the high-performance type within 30'LOA.  Clinic is subject to a minimum of four student registered.  Maximum number of students aboard depends on the vessel and the instructor's decision.

COST  IS  $ 150.00  FOR GUESTS,  $ 100.00 FOR MEMBERS AND CURRENT SAILING STUDENTS

CLINIC REQUIRES ADVANCED REGISTRATION AND FULL, NONREFUNDABLE PAYMENT .

PLEASE NOTE AS OF JANUARY 1, 2004 WE NO LONGER ACCEPT CREDIT CARD PAYMENT.

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