Build Competence. Earn Recognition. Sail with Purpose.

Becoming a confident sailor starts with more than curiosity—it starts with competence. Our Qualified Sailing Crew + NauticEd Rank Assessment program is designed for sailors who want to be more than passengers: you want to be knowledgeable, capable, and ready to contribute on any sailboat.

This program combines hands-on sailing instruction on Lake Travis with the structured assessment you need to achieve the NauticEd Qualified Crew Member Rank—a recognized mark of sailing competence and foundational certification on your sailing journey.

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What This Program Is

This isn’t a casual sail. It’s intentional, skills-based training that builds your confidence at the mast, on deck, and across sailing scenarios.

Through a blend of practical on-the-water coaching and competency assessment, you’ll learn the essential skills every valuable crew member needs, and you’ll walk away with a NauticEd Qualified Crew Member Rank* on your sailing resume.

(*Assumes you’ve completed the required practical training and accompanying NauticEd theory coursework.)

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What You’ll Learn & Demonstrate

Practical Sailing Skills

You’ll actively practice and demonstrate skills that make you an effective crew member:

• Steering and maintaining a steady course

• Trimming sails for performance

• Docking assistance and sailboat handling

• Communication & teamwork on deck

• Understanding wind, weather, and safety procedures

Seamanship & Awareness

Competent crew aren’t just physically capable—they understand why things work:

• Sailing terminology and systems basics

• Navigation fundamentals

• Rules of the road for safe sailing

• Emergency response basics

Assessment & Recognition

At the end of your training, you’ll be evaluated on the water by a certified instructor. When you demonstrate competency across the required skills, you’ll earn your Qualified Crew Rank in the NauticEd sailing resume system—a recognized credential that reflects real ability and experience.

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Why Earning NauticEd Qualified Crew Matters

The NauticEd sailing certification system is trusted by sailing schools and charter companies worldwide. It’s built around Rank + Level, which together reflect both what you know and how much real sailing experience you’ve accumulated.

The Qualified Crew Member Rank is the first official rank in this system—a meaningful step on your sailing path that shows you’re not just interested in sailing, but competent and capable on deck.

How the Program Works

Hands-On Instruction on Lake Travis
You’ll train in real conditions under experienced coaching, gaining authentic sailboat handling and seamanship skills.

Competency Assessment
Your instructor will guide you through a structured evaluation of practical skills, ensuring you meet NauticEd’s competence standards.

Credential Awarded
Once verified, your Qualified Crew competence is recorded directly into your NauticEd Logbook and Sailing Resume system.

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