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OUR FLEET
Best Sailboats and Powerboats to Learn On
Offshore Sailing School takes great pride in providing the very best sail and power boats for all of its sailing lessons and powerboat lessons. Steve Colgate wrote the parameters for the perfect entry-level sailboat trainer – the Colgate 26 – which is used at all Offshore Sailing School locations for Learn to Sail, Performance Sailing, and sailboat racing instruction. The cruising boats you learn on are picked for performance, ease of handling and comfort. The sailboats and powerboats that are currently in our fleet are listed below. The types and sizes of sail and power cruising yachts and locations where they are based are subject to change without notice. We move our Florida-based yachts around. Whichever location you choose, you’ll love the course regardless of which boat you are on. Some of the boats in our fleet are pictured here. Please refer to the Our Course page for more images of what you will learn on.
Beginner Sailing Courses to Cruising Certification Courses on Beautiful Sailboats and Powerboats Provide 3 Certifications in One Week
Fountaine Pajot Lucia 40
Fountaine Pajot
The Fountaine Pajot, a Lucia 40 catamaran offers a remarkably stable and predictable platform, ideal for hands-on sailing and skill development. Its twin-hull design keeps movement comfortable under way, while the wide cockpit and generous deck space support easy maneuvering and clear visibility. The Lucia 40 performs beautifully in a training environment, combining modern design with dependable coastal capability.
Bali 4.2
Bali 4.2
The Bali 4.2 features a fully solid forward deck with extensive space for movement, visibility, and relaxation under way. The wide-opening stern creates a seamless transition between the interior and cockpit, offering an open, practical working area. Designed for both active sailing and easy day use, the Bali 4.2 also supports longer passages with 4 cabins, 4 full heads, and dedicated crew quarters. making her well-suited for multi-day training and coastal cruising experiences.
Fountaine Pajot MY5
Fountaine Pajot MY5
Set off aboard the Fountaine Pajot MY5 for a smooth and capable day on the water. Whether navigating the coast, practicing close-quarters maneuvering, or exploring quiet stretches of shoreline, this power catamaran delivers a stable and responsive platform. The MY5’s efficient design, wide stance, and comfortable layout make it well-suited for skill building, hands-on operation, and confident coastal cruising.
Aquila 44
Aquila 44
The Aquila 44 delivers a dependable and highly versatile experience on the water, designed for smooth handling and confident coastal operation. This power catamaran offers expansive deck spaces, practical onboard systems, and responsive performance that supports a wide range of on-water activities. With a functional layout and ample room for movement and visibility, the Aquila 44 turns every outing into a capable and enjoyable time under way.
Jeanneau 479 Monohull
Jeanneau 479
This 47-footer is a favorite of our wonderful instructor team, as it is fast and performs beautifully in all sea and wind conditions. The Jeanneau 479 is a four-cabin, four-head, air-conditioned monohull with great handling characteristics and sails that give you the true sense of speed on a big cruising yacht. It comes fully equipped for open water sailing, with lazy jacks and a stack pack, furling jib, bimini, dodger, depth, speed, and wind gauges, Raymarine E95 color chart plotter/GPS, autopilot, AIS, marine radio, generator, and more. The interior has a fully equipped galley with a 3-burner stove, oven, microwave, and refrigerator. The large main salon has a comfortable seating area for dining, a large navigation station, and features a flat screen TV and stereo with Bluetooth. This large monohull is currently available for Sailboat Cruising Courses at both of Offshore Sailing School’s locations.
