Learn to sail in Panama

[elchaco21]

Hi Everyone

I am completely new in the world of navigation, I would like to know where I can learn to navigate either the theory and practice in Panama in the country where I am, if anyone knows of any school, instructor, or any other recommendation that is helpful .Thanks

[belizesailor]

There are no sailing schools in Panama affiliated with any major certification organizations (like ASA, US Sailing, RYA...). And to my knowledge no independent schools.

However, I am an ASA Instructor now based in Panama. Lets discuss and maybe I can work something out for you.

When you say "navigation" are you referring to traditional coastal piloting (no electronics, taking bearings, plotting fixes, etc...)? If not, what specifically do you want to learn?

[elchaco21]

Thanks for your answer i mean learn about sailboat, navegation.Give me you whatsapp number or you email we can talk.Where exactly are you in Panama?

[belizesailor]

Originally Posted by elchaco21

Thanks for your answer i mean learn about sailboat, navegation.Give me you whatsapp number or you email we can talk.Where exactly are you in Panama?

Ah, para navigar, intiendo! This is actually why I asked the question: "navigate" vs "navigar".

I will PM you my contact information.

[jipcho]

If you are in Panama, there are many sailors requiring extra hands for the Panama Canal transit. The regulations state that you must have 5 crew aboard: Two each at the bow and stern for handling lines, and one at the helm. Most cruisers are couples or sometimes solo. Often, friends will fly in from their home country to help, and other cruisers help as well. But many more have trouble finding crew. Although there isn't any sailing done during the canal transit, you will have the opportunity to meet sailors, maybe join them for a sail or two before or after the transit, and at the very least, you will have the opportunity to pick their brains, observe, and make contacts within Panama. All boats are required to take a Panamanian pilot aboard, and they are often friendly, and may have contacts in the local sailing community.