Policies and Registration

Access

The OCC school of Sailing & Seamanship offers classes for students ages 14 and up. Young sailors 7 to 14 years of age may enroll only in classes specifically for junior sailors. All students enrolled in on-the-water courses must have basic swimming skills. Parents of participating minors must sign a parental release form. Forms are available online or from the office. 

Registration

It has never been easier to register for your sailing class.  Click here  to access our online course schedule with class, date and fee information for current and future classes. You will be able to sign-in and register for most classes.  

  • For classes with a prerequisite you will see a navy blue box - this means you have to call the office to register.
  • If a class is full, or taking place in the next 24 hours a light blue box will appear.  You will be able to add yourself to the waiting list, or call our office so we can help you with your registration.
  • You will see a red box if you are already registered for a class.

If you have any questions, or would like assistance with your registration please call our office at 949.645-9412. We look forward to sailing with you. 

No Make-Up Classes

Classes will begin on time. Please allow ample time for driving and parking. If you miss a class, you cannot make it up by attending another class. If you miss a class, just attend the next class session.

Weather

Classes are held regardless of weather. Rain or dangerous conditions will result in classes being moved indoors for lectures and demonstrations.

Cancellations and Transfers

We understand that situations may arise that might make it necessary for you to cancel or transfer your class.   Please realize that the later you cancel your class, the less likely we are to fill the vacancy you have created. In the event of The School canceling a class, the fee will be fully refunded.

You must notify us directly if you need to cancel or transfer a class by calling The School at 949-645-9412. The amount of your refund is determined by the date you notify us of your cancellation or transfer. Any additional course fees will be due at the time of transfer.

Cancellation Policies

Lido, Shields, and Lecture Courses
 
  Time of cancellation Cancellation fee per person
  30 or more days prior to course start date No fee
  14-29 days prior to course start date $10 fee
  3-13 days prior to course start date 50% of course fee
  0-2 days prior to course start date Entire course fee
  “No-show “ or you leave during a course Entire course fee
     
Overnight Courses
 

 

Time of cancellation

Cancellation fee per person

  30 or more days prior to course start date $25 fee per person
  14-29 days prior to course start date 50% of course fee
  0-14 days prior to course start date Entire course fee
  “No-show “ or you leave during a course Entire course fee
     
USCG and Alaska Eagle

 

Time of cancellation  
  A non-refundable deposit applies to both courses. Please refer to your registration paperwork for full cancellation details.