Armando Esteves

Ilhabela, Sao Paulo Brazil

Level IV Captain Rank Chief Sailing Instructor / Assessor

Experienced Sailing Instructor, Captain and owner of a 34' Sailboat, with solid knowledge of sailing theory and hands-on boat handling, focused on safety, confidence building, and practical learning at sea. Solid Academic and structured skills towards Natural Sciences, Physics, Mathematics, Astronomy and Meteorology, with the systematic study of the natural world as to understand, explain, and predict natural phenomena. Core Skills & Competencies - Sailing theory: Wind dynamics, points of sail, sail trim, balance, navigation basics - Boat handling: Maneuvering under sail and engine, docking, anchoring, reefing, man-overboard procedures - Safety & seamanship: COLREGs, weather interpretation, risk assessment, emergency procedures - Navigation: Coastal navigation, chart reading, GPS and traditional methods - Maintenance knowledge: Basic rigging, sails, engines, and on-board systems - Instruction & communication: Clear explanations and patiency

Credentials

NauticEd Credentials

NauticEd System Knowledge Expert NauticEd System Knowledge Expert
Transformational Instructor Course Graduate Transformational Instructor Course Graduate
American National Standards Instructor/Assessor American National Standards Instructor/Assessor
SLC Instructor/Assessor SLC Instructor/Assessor
  • Level IV Captain Rank Chief Sailing Instructor / Assessor
  • American National Standards Instructor/Assessor
  • SLC Instructor/Assessor - Sail

Other Credentials

YachtMaster Ocean by IYT Nautical Master by the Brazilian Navy Sailing Instructor to e-Nauti.ca (and other local Sailing Schools in Brazil) PhD Nuclear Engineering, USP- University of Sao Paulo & UofM- University of Michigan MSc Mechanical Engineering, USP BSc Mechanical/Nuclear Engineering, PUC/RJ Energy Project Grad Studies at Harvard University

Associated practical schools

All Locations

e-Nauti.ca - Sailing School

Rua Antonio de Carvalho 510, casa-01 Ilhabela, Sao Paulo 11635-334 Brazil Map it

BL3 - Sailing School

R. Perimetral Norte, 5013 Ilhabela, Sao Paulo 11630-000 Brazil Map it
https://www.bl3.com.br

Ilhabela - Saco da Capela

Ilhabela, Sao Paulo Brazil Map it
Mooring post

Marina Farol de Paraty

Rodovia BR-101 Km 575,5 Paraty, Rio de Janeiro 23970-000 Brazil Map it
https://www.marinafaroldeparaty.com.br
Notes: Ilhabela, located about 200km from São Paulo, is renowned as the "Brazilian Sailing Capital" due to its consistent winds, mountainous geography that creates ideal sailing corridors, and year-round sailing possibilities. The island features over 40 beaches, dramatic rainforests, and numerous spots for snorkeling, diving, and exploring by boat. Paraty is located on Brazil’s Costa Verde (Green Coast) in the southern part of Rio de Janeiro state, roughly halfway between the cities of Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo (about 155 miles from each). It sits on the Bay of Ilha Grande, a natural harbor sheltered by tropical mountains and the Atlantic Forest. It is a premier sailing destination known as the "Brazilian Venice". The bay offers over 65 islands and 50 beaches, many only accessible by boat.

Training and assessment

Sail Practical Training Courses

International License Training/Assessment

Notes: Sailboat training and practices are done on a 2012 WindNautica 34'.

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