Rob Frigault

Instructor in Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Level V Captain Rank Chief Sailing Instructor / Assessor

My ties to being on the water run deep. From an ancestor who sailed from Normandy to New France in 1760 to my grandfather who ran fishing charters on New Brunswick’s Bay of Chaleur, where I experienced the wonders of being offshore. My own sailing adventure began almost 30 years ago racing on Lake Ontario aboard a 30-foot keelboat. Since then, I’ve taken the helm of 40+ sailboats from 5 to 15 meters, logging 5,000+ nautical miles through racing, cruising, and deliveries on both the East and West Coast. My decades of working in tech has sharpened my ability to solve problems, adapt quickly, and stay calm when conditions change. As an instructor, I’m passionate about sharing both the skills and the experience of sailing—helping students develop the confidence, judgment, and practical skills to take the helm, adapt to changing conditions, and enjoy the freedom and adventure of being on the water.

Credentials

NauticEd Credentials

NauticEd System Knowledge Expert

Transformational Instructor Course Graduate

American National Standards Instructor/Assessor

SLC Instructor/Assessor

Level V Captain Rank Chief Sailing Instructor / Assessor
American National Standards Instructor/Assessor
SLC Instructor/Assessor - Sail

Other Credentials

PVOP (Ports Toronto), Transport Canada: PCOC, ROCM, SVOP, SDV-BS, Fatigue Management at Sea, Marine Basic First Aid (Canadian Red Cross). Coaching Association of Canada: NCCP# 7003591.