SeaWise Womens Sailing Course Testimonials Nanaimo,Vancouver Island, BC, Canada

Recent Womens Sailing Course Testimonial

Hello Lorraine and Shari,

Having sailed for 15 years and got my CYA Coastal Cruising I do have some hours on the water behind me BUT I can't tell you how incredibly wonderful the Seawise Women Cruise was for me. It will take me a long time to get over the positive, exhilarating, and rewarding experience. I can honestly say that this was one of the most life enhancing things I've ever done and is a pivotal point in my life! It was just what I needed and it helped confirm the skills I already have and let me attempt things I was fearful and anxious of.

On our boat, Delphina, were 4 women students and a female instructor. Two of us were in their 60's, 2 in their 40's and one was in her 20's We all got along famously and worked well as a team. It was so supportive and companionable and we each could understand the other person's personal challenges - and we were so full of joy as each of us achieved what we had previously thought was impossible. It was also very moving to see each person reach a level of competence both in sailing and within herself as we moved through the week. I haven't laughed so much in years and had tears running down my face many a time.

I can't say enough about the instructor - Rowena - she was very easy going, supportive, encouraging, humourous, flexible, open minded and thorough. In the end we all decided we'd take the ISPA Capable Crew and Day Skipper qualifications because one of us was doing it, and since we were all doing the same things we decided we'd go for it - we all passed with flying colours. It took a lot of studying and discussion and we talked sailing every minute we were together, and we put in long hours.

The whole experience has been a life-changing one for me and has reignited my passion for sailing. Thank you all for contributing to a significant moment in my life.

Enise Olding  

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