There is book learning but hands on is the best. Go sailing and learn by doing. You must really know the basics first and that is where books and courses come in. I always tell my crew the fastest way to learn is to go racing.

This ain't your average sailing group. It's not meant to be. The mission for Ordinary Sailors is to help peeps sail smarter, learn faster, and save money - with a crew that has their back every step of the way. Here's what to expect as we start to grow: 🧭 Learning through expert sessions. 🧭 Help and support form other sailors and instructors. @Craig Coupe, an experienced Yachtmaster Instructor, is already on deck. 🧭 Curated sailing adventures. 🧭 Level up with hand picked resources. 🧭 Exclusive discounts on gear, courses, and tech. And as one of the OC's (original crew) you’re not just joining - you’re shaping this community. Founding OC's will: 👉 Shape the culture, tone, and direction of the community 👉 Help define the learning paths and topics 👉 Be the first voices and leaders inside the movement 👉 Get lifetime recognition inside the group 👉 Receive early access to future events, partnerships, and perks 👉 Be known as the sailors who built this from the start This ain't for everyone — and it shouldn’t be. It's for sailors who want to grow, support others, ask questions freely, and help create a movement that turns more trained sailors into confident skippers. If that’s you, welcome aboard. There's only one more thing to do to make this official: Head over to the classroom and acknowledge The Ordinary Sailors Manifesto. When you're done, drop "OC" in the comments. Let’s get this party started. ~ G ⛵️