Thursday, October 06, 2005

Gift of Sail or Power Training Keeps on Giving

FT. MYERS, Fla., Sept. 26, 2005 -- Few experiences in life are more rewarding than sailing or power boating with friends and family. Doing it well is a combination of learning a new skill and feeling safe and confident at all times. A gift of sail or power training is a perfect choice for the adventurer or dreamer on one's holiday gift list this year. Gift certificates in $100 increments can be purchased as a deposit for any course or clinic offered by Offshore Sailing School and its Power Cruise School.

Two-hour clinics start at $125 per person and two- to five-day courses start at $795 per person. Those purchasing a minimum gift amount of $200 will receive an autographed book of their choice by Steve or Doris Colgate (to keep or give); gifts of $300 or more also include a pair of sailing gloves.

Even seasoned sailors value a Gift of Sailing. Offshore Sailing School offers a diverse range of courses from beginner through advanced cruising and racing. Designed to work together as a series, each new course builds on prior lessons or equivalent experience. Power Cruise School provides the training to safely handle a 30-foot powerboat with skill and confidence.

"For most boaters I've met, the journey is as magical as their destination," said Doris Colgate, CEO of both the Sail and Power Cruise School. "The rewards are exciting and fun for the workaholics you know who love new challenges and learning something useful. It bonds family relationships and gives friends an opportunity to get away together. In less than three days a non-sailor or boater can be qualified to handle and navigate boats up to 30 feet with confidence, and if cruising is their dream, the next step on 36-49 foot yachts can be accomplished in less than a week," said Colgate.

The gift recipient may choose dates, location and the course level later. A minimum deposit of $200 is required to activate the gift. Deliveries for Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa holidays must be received at least ten business days before the holiday. For all other occasions, order ten business days before desired date of receipt.

More than 100,000 men and women have graduated from Offshore Sailing School and have gone on to enjoy a lifetime of sailing. Ranked #1 by Practical Sailor in both instructors and curriculum and the only sailing school recognized by the American Council on Education for credit at the college level, Offshore provides training at all levels of sailing instruction and a comprehensive course for those interested just in power boating. Locations include: Fort Myers Beach, Captiva Island, Florida Keys and St. Petersburg, FL; Jersey City, NJ; New York, NY; Lake George, NY; Newport, RI; Abaco, Bahamas; and Tortola, British Virgin Islands.

Information on courses, locations and gift-giving can be found at http://www.offshore-sailing.com or by calling 800-221-4326.

(Editor's Note: For a high-resolution image to accompany this release, please contact Mary Orme at 727-733-9332 or mary@affinitydesign1.com.)

Media Information:

Diana Smith
239-985-7506
Diana@offshore-sailing.com