Question 1

Is this course right for me?

Accepted Answer

This course is designed for sailors and other wind-driven athletes (kiteboarders, windsurfers, etc) that want to gain a competitive edge via weather concepts that directly apply to on-the-water strategies. If you enjoy wind sports on the water and want to step-up your weather strategies to a high-performance level, this course is for you.   Do I need a background in weather science?
No! This course is for all levels and ages, and will cover the knowledge you need to know in an easy-to-digest format using real-life examples.

Who is this course NOT right for? 
If you sail for leisure but don’t race or compete (cruising), you may find that we cover more strategy than you will practically use. However we still highly recommend Level 1 and Level 2 Offshore Sailing where you will still get a lot of great information. Stay tuned for information about a Weather for Cruisers course coming in the near future!   If you are looking for highly technical collegiate-level meteorology, Levels 1 + 2 may not be for you, as we don't go deep into the academics.

Question 2

Which level is right for me?

Accepted Answer

In Level 1, you’ll gain an understanding of the essential weather concepts that apply to sailing, without having to get a PhD in Meteorology. Even if you have some background weather knowledge, many people find they still learn a LOT of new things in Level 1!
 Note: It is highly encouraged that you work through Level 1 before enrolling in Level 2 courses, even if you have some background weather knowledge. Level 1 lays the foundations for many of the terms we use in Level 2, which may be slightly different definitions from what you’ve heard before.
 In Level 2 (Coastal Racing), we’ll build on the concepts from Level 1 and get in the trenches on racing strategies. In order to enroll in Level 2 without first taking Level 1, please reach out to us for a quick chat. This option will likely be reserved for clients that have already taken some basic seminars or courses with Chelsea/SeaTactics already.

"I don't race.. I'm a cruiser. Is this right for me?"   You can still get a lot of great info from our Essential Weather Concepts (Level 1) course. I would recommend starting with Level 1, and if you're still wanting more, check out Level 2 Offshore Racing which covers a lot of weather concepts you can use for passage making as well.

Question 3

How is this different from other weather seminars or courses?

Accepted Answer

What sets this apart from other weather courses is that we focus on teaching you how to apply the weather principles to your race prep strategy. 
 The goal of this course is not to go so deep into the science theories that you end up with a degree in Meteorology. This will be an easy-to-digest course that uses practical examples that any sailor can understand.

There are also a variety of ways to learn the material for different types of learners. You can watch the presentations via audio/video or read the text lessons. You’ll apply what you learn using an E-Workbook and in the Live sessions that will have interactive polls and quizzes.

Question 4

How many weeks is the course?

Accepted Answer

Each Level of the course has 3 chapters (except Offshore Racing which has 4), and is designed for you to complete approx 1 chapter per week. So if you are completing both levels of the course, it is generally about 6-weeks.   The course is set at your own pace, however. On course launch day, you will have access to all the chapters and the previously recoded "live" sessions, so you won’t miss out on anything. Save your questions and join us for the Live Q&A Sessions! 
You’ll have lifetime access to ALL of the content inside the course (including recordings of the live sessions) to re-watch or go back and retake the course as updates are made periodically over the years.

Question 5

How long will I spend on the material each week?

Accepted Answer

Estimated total weekly time commitment: ~ approx. 1 - 2 hours.

Chapter videos/readings: plan to spend average 45min-1 hour per week Live sessions will be approx 1 hr long Zoom sessions, and watching/attending is highly encouraged. (they will also be recorded for you to watch afterwards) Optional workbook assignments could take another 10-15 min per chapter.
 Remember you’ll have lifetime access to the content inside the course (including recordings of the live sessions) to re-watch or go back and retake the course as updates are made periodically over the years.

Question 6

How does the online course platform/website work?

Accepted Answer

The course is hosted on the platform Thinkific.
From Thinkific’s website: "Thinkific is a software platform that enables entrepreneurs to create, market, sell, and deliver their own online courses." Learn more about them here: https://www.thinkific.com/about/

You will access the player through the sign-in screen at https://courses.sea-tactics.com/ which will require you to create a username and password to access the course. 
Inside the first lesson of the course, there is a tutorial walkthrough on how to use the online course player, but it is very easy and intuitive.    Any Live Sessions will be hosted inside the course platform using Zoom. The Zoom meeting is embedded directly into the course player, so there is no additional meeting link. It is recommended that you create a free account through Zoom to make the process smoother.

Question 7

What if I miss a week? How long will I have access to the material?

Accepted Answer

No worries! Once a Chapter’s content is live, you’ll have lifetime access to it. You can learn at your own pace and return whenever you like. Each week’s Live Session will be recorded and available for you to re-watch. You can even go back and retake the course as updates are made periodically over the years.

Question 8

What is the cost? What kinds of payments do you accept?

Accepted Answer

Please see the top of this webpage for Individual enrollment pricing.
 If there is a monthly payment plan option available listed above, your credit card will be charged half the total cost at enrollment with the second charge one month later.   Yacht Club Reps, Coaches, Instructors: Please contact me for group pricing. This is a special rate for a group, and can include personalized Live Sessions each week to work towards your group’s goals or focus on a specific sailing location(s).   Our credit card processing is through Stripe, which accepts most major credit cards [Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, etc]
Complete and updated list here: https://stripe.com/pricing

Question 9

I’m interested in Group Enrollment...

Accepted Answer

If you have a group of 6 or more people from a yacht club or training team, you can contact us to set up a special group enrollment. This is a special rate for the entire group that can include custom weekly Live Sessions with Chelsea to work towards your group’s goals, or focus on your specific sailing locations.   To get started, email chelsea@sea-tactics.com with: - The size of your group - If you want custom live sessions and what day/time you think might work best - Your group’s location and goals for the live sessions

Question 10

What if I have other questions?

Accepted Answer

Please reach out by email if you have any questions, ideas, or comments! Admin@sea-tactics.com or Chelsea@sea-tactics.com

Question 11

When does the course start?

Accepted Answer

Dates for Spring 2022 are now posted. Remember you can take the courses any time you like, but I will only host Live Sessions a few times a year.   Stay tuned for more course dates and new course offerings! Be sure to enter your email at the top of the main page to get notified about upcoming courses.

Weather Strategies for High Performance Sailing

Interactive Online Courses

Beyond just science lessons, these courses are designed to bring you actionable sailing strategies using expert weather knowledge.

Now Enrolling Level 2: Offshore Racing

Weather concepts that apply to sailing

Go beyond science lessons

Elevate your sailing game

Lessons include video, text and quizzes

Downloadable E-Workbooks with practice examples

Weekly Application Sessions to discuss on-the-water strategy and Q&A

Course Led By:

Chelsea Carlson Freas Weather Coach and founder of SeaTactics

Courses

Level 1: Essential Weather Concepts

Available On-Demand Anytime

Ch 1: Essential Weather Terms

Ch 2: Clouds

Ch 3: Changes in Wind

3 previously recorded live Application Sessions (1 hr each)

1 Live Q&A Session

Click here learn more about Level 1 curriculum.

WAS: $299 NOW: $99

Level 2: Coastal Racing

Available On-Demand Anytime

Ch 1: Sea Breezes

Ch 2: Onshore Gradient Winds

Ch 3: Wind Pressure and Shifts

3 previously recorded live Application Sessions (1hr each)

2 live Q&A Sessions

Click here learn more about Level 2 curriculum.

WAS: $399 NOW: $250

Bundle Level 1 + 2 $349

Level 2: Offshore Racing

Available On-Demand Anytime Take the course at your own pace, 1 chapter/ week is suggested.

Behind the Nav Desk

"ABRs"

Race Playbooks

Offshore Weather Principles

Microscale Weather

Creating a Race Strategy for any Offshore Race

Adjustments Based on Reality - ABRs

Joining the 'thrash to the onion patch' in 2022? We’re hosting a NEWPORT TO BERMUDA EDITION of the course which will include these special extras:

Special Newport to Bermuda Sessions (recorded): (1) N2B Weather Strategy with Chelsea (2) The Gulf Stream, with Kevin Rosa of Current Lab

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Level 2: Offshore Racing

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Weather Coach and founder of SeaTactics

Bundle Level 1 + 2
$349

Available On-Demand Anytime
Take the course at your own pace, 1 chapter/ week is suggested.

Joining the 'thrash to the onion patch' in 2022? We’re hosting a
NEWPORT TO BERMUDA EDITION of the course which will include these special extras:

Special Newport to Bermuda Sessions (recorded):
(1) N2B Weather Strategy with Chelsea
(2) The Gulf Stream, with Kevin Rosa of Current Lab