Learn safety from sailing experts and participate in hands-on training for emergency situations. Topics include man-over-board prevention and recovery, USCG communications, best practices for managing the boat during heavy weather, safety equipment, weather forecasting, and emergency medical interventions. The Safety for Cruising course is for people seeking Offshore training but do not need certification as it does not include a US Sailing Certificate.
Safety for Cruising course (April 6&7) $320 per person.
We offer three US Sailing Sanctioned Certificate Courses:
Offshore Sailing course (April 6) – $185
International Offshore Safety WITH Hands-on Training course (April 6&7) – $435 SOLD OUT
International Offshore Hands-on Only Training ONLY course (April 7) – $300 SOLD OUT
Be sure to check your Notice of Race to verify which certificate is required if you are signing up in order to qualify for a regatta. Participation in Hands-On Training is limited. If you are seeking training without certification, please call 410-269-0741 for more details. Or, email jstefancik@mtam.org.
The event will be held at the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD. The 2024 event has moved to Mahan Hall.
The Marine Trades Association of Maryland (MTAM) is a non-profit dedicated to promoting the recreational marine industry and waterway preservation. Founded in 1972, MTAM now comprises nearly 400 marine related businesses.
P.O. Box 3148
Port Annapolis Marina
Annapolis, Maryland 21403
Phone: 410-269-0741
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