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October 2023 by gene carroll
Took ASA 101 in April 2022 with Captain Bill and Captain Sara, passed written test but didn't get certificate because wind conditions prevented me from getting sea time required. I am seasonal rental, so could not get back until following January. Called in January 2023 and left two messages with no return phone call. Also stop by shop on my way to Bradington, but it was a Saturday they were closed. Guess they didn't have any appointments. I was hoping to get my certificate and also take ASA 103. Will follow up again this January, hopefully they're still in business...Gene Carroll
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June 2023 by Timothy Miller
My wife and I took 101 with Captain Sara. It was a great experience. We learned a lot and had so much fun with Sara!
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March 2023 by Alexander Kopelman
A huge disappointment: I have taken two sailing courses with Sara Bay Sailing and had wonderful experiences both times. I was really excited to take a half-day refresher when I visited this February. After a phone conversation and several text messages, I confirmed a date with the school. Then there was total silence. Two days before the scheduled lesson, I called and was surprised to hear that the lesson was not confirmed. Apparently some other clients had shown up and I had been bumped. Another day was possible, but again I heard nothing. I did not even receive the courtesy of a phone call or text message to say that the school could not honor its commitment to me.I am particularly saddened and disappointed to be treated like this by fellow sailors.
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February 2023 by Eugene Yesakov
ASA 101 with Capt. Charlie - a great experience and a great way to learn how to sail from an expert. Capt. Charlie has many years of experience and is a wealth of knowledge and advice. We loved every moment. His instruction style is very polite with great directions, lots of patience, and walking you through every single step in detail. We felt very comfortable and safe, and, most importantly, had loads of fun and were sailing by end of day 2. what a great experience! I would recommend to anyone - you will not find a better way to spend time on Sarasota Bay!
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July 2022 by Sebastian Gonzalez
Excellent experience. Took class with Captain Sara. Very kind and knowledgeable. Will return soon!
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January 2022 by Janik Jörg
Great Sailing School, Charlie & Bill were both knowledgeable teachers with huge experience. Perfect Place to start Sailing
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February 2021 by Ethan W.
Did the 101 & 103. Great experience w Charlie and Sara. Thank you I will be back soon for 104!
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February 2021 by Kimberly Conway
Sarah's very sweet and knowledgeable and greeted me with kindness. I hope you sailing lessons from her soon.
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August 2020 by Mike B.
I can't say enough good things about my experience with this place. Captains Bill, Charlie and Sara are the best. My training, the Catalina 22, the professionalism were over the top. I can't wait to take the next class. I am prepared to move forward sailing.
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August 2020 by Edward Zaki
My wife and I took our 101 with Captain Sara and Captain Charlie. They were both efficient, extremely knowledgeable and great communicators. Captain Charlie volunteered to take an extra day, to make sure we learned everything we needed and more. Thank you to both of them for doing this with so much passion. Looking forward to take more courses with Sara Bay Sailing School.Eddie
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July 2020 by Barbara Tierney
Our 2-day ASA 101 class was Amazing! Charlie, our instructor, was over-the-top patient and so good at helping us understand the concepts we needed to know to practice different tacks, jibes, safety, beginner navigation etc- he was such a great teacher!
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September 2019 by dave hastings
Spent a week with captains Sarah and Bill for Asa classes. Great instructors who tailored the lessons to our group. Highly recommend Sara Bay in particular and Longboat key and Anna Maria Island in general.
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September 2019 by Benjamin
Absolutely great school! Instructors are very personal and one-on-one with student. Will be back in the Fall or Spring 2020 to take my bare boating class!
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September 2019 by Ventzi Petrov
Took 101 with Capt. Charlie. Great company, great instructor, lots of fun in a relaxed atmosphere. Highly recommend.
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September 2019 by Wendy Foulks
Great school! Knowledgeable teachers.I will be back to take ASA 104
