🚤 **Lock training day on the canal!** This time it was the ladies’ turn at the helm while the guys expertly handled lockside duties. Both *Frayed Knot* and *Cuban Amazon* worked together to complete two up and two down, demonstrating safe and smooth lock operation from both perspectives — at the tiller and on the lockside. We’re still open and running our fantastic **2-day Helmsman Courses** throughout the winter ❄️— perfect for brushing up your boating skills or learning something new. 📞 If y

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Dual helm design or one large wheel? For helmsman, this is actually a pretty common question that comes up! Have you noticed these two features in sailboat designs? There is a more functional purpose than just design! Which do you prefer? ABOUT US: The Sailing Academy is an ASA sailing school for those who want to learn to sail, cultivate sailing skills, or begin a lifelong sailing adventure. We teach on premium yachts perfect for every skill level: whether it is at our home base on the Chesapea