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Jeff Carlsen
Owner, Instructor, CaptainJeff is a seasoned sailor and US Coast Guard licensed 100 Ton Captain with extensive experience from dinghies to ocean cruisers. He has spent two years cruising with his family across 12,000 miles from Newfoundland to the Virgin Islands, integrating sailing with home-schooling. A retired US Navy Commander and experienced racer, Jeff is passionate about teaching sailing with a focus on family-friendly and relaxed learning environments.
Chris Staley
Instructor CaptainChris is a lifelong sailor skilled in handling everything from dinghies to cruising catamarans. He’s a licensed Coast Guard Captain with a 100 Ton Master credential, and an ASA instructor since 2007, capable of teaching advanced sailing courses. Chris also has over a decade of experience as a charter fishing captain and operates commercial marine assistance vessels. His passion for teaching sailing is evident, and when not instructing, he enjoys sailing his Oday 34 around Solomons and fishing on the Bay.
Tom and Beth Ackerman
Instructor, Captain(s)
Tom and Beth, ASA-certified sailing instructors with a USCG Masters license, live aboard their Irwin 43, Ancora Qui, in Solomons Island. A lifelong sailor, Tom introduced Beth to sailing, and after his career as a physical therapist, they embraced the cruising lifestyle in 2022. Their plan is to summer on the Chesapeake and winter in warmer climates, sharing their passion for sailing with others