Raymond Emory Heisler

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Chandler, Arizona USA

Level V Captain Rank Chief Sailing Instructor / Assessor

Rated 4.95/5 by 11 students
You can count on SW Sailing to give you our best, whatever your sailing goals and wherever you want to sail. We're here to help you and your crew get there safely and with smiles on your faces. We have taught classes for HUNDREDS of sailors in the past 15 years, from beginners to off-shore adventurers. We LOVE sailing and we will share that joy with you along with our sailing knowledge and experience earned over the past 30 years. As "lifetime learners" we'll reach into our extensive toolkit to customize your learning experience using: - formal sailing and boating instruction and certifications - instructional and leadership education best practices - cruising voyage experiences in locations around the world - participation in literally thousands of sailboat races Mix these all with YOUR knowledge and skills and we'll tailor learning experiences to meet you where you are and help you along your way to where you want to go. On your marks! Get set! Let's go sailing!

Credentials

NauticEd Credentials

NauticEd System Knowledge Expert NauticEd System Knowledge Expert
Transformational Instructor Course Graduate Transformational Instructor Course Graduate
Student Star Rated Student Star Rated
American National Standards Instructor/Assessor American National Standards Instructor/Assessor
SLC Instructor/Assessor SLC Instructor/Assessor
  • Level V Captain Rank Chief Instructor/Assessor
  • American National Standards Instructor/Assessor
  • SLC Instructor/Assessor

Other Credentials

USCG Master 50T - Near Coastal (up to 200 miles) USCG OUPV 100T - Near Coastal NauticEd Level V Captain Rank / Chief Instructor US Sailing Small Boat L1 Instructor PADI Advanced Open Water Certified US Sailing Safe Power Boater Certified, Rescue Power Boater Certified

Associated practical schools

All Locations

Pleasant Harbor Marina - AZ

40202 N 87th Ave Peoria, AZ 85383 Peoria, AZ 85383 USA Map it
Catalina 25. OR take classes on your own vessel! We teach in AZ in the fall, winter and spring. NO SUMMER CLASSES IN ARIZONA. We teach in Long Beach, San Diego, Southern California and are available to travel "Where you want to sail." ALL YEAR ROUND.

Scorpion Bay Marina - AZ

10970 W, Peninsula Blvd, Peoria, AZ 85383 Peoria, AZ 85383 USA Map it
Catalina 25, Catalina 270. OR take classes on your own vessel! We teach in AZ in the fall, winter and spring. NO SUMMER CLASSES IN ARIZONA. We teach in Long Beach, San Diego, Southern California and are available to travel "Where you want to sail." ALL YEAR ROUND.

Long Beach

429 Shoreline Village Dr. Long Beach, CA 90802 Long Beach, CA 90802 USA Map it
Numerous vessels from 26-45'. OR, take classes aboard your own vessel. We teach in Long Beach, San Diego, Southern California and are available to travel "Where you want to sail." ALL YEAR ROUND.

San Diego

4980 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92106 San Diego, CA 92106 USA Map it
Numerous vessels available from Catalina 22 and up to 40 ft. OR, take classes aboard your own vessel. We teach in Long Beach, San Diego, Southern California and are available to travel "Where you want to sail." ALL YEAR ROUND.
Notes: We teach in AZ in the fall, winter and spring. NO SUMMER CLASSES IN ARIZONA. We teach in Long Beach, San Diego, Southern California and are available to travel "Where you want to sail." ALL YEAR ROUND.

Training and assessment

Practical Training Courses

International License Training/Assessment

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Feedback from previous students

Charles Mark A., USA, CA, North Fork at 2024, Dec 07
Practical Competence of Bareboat Charter Master Rank
Emory was the perfect instructor for me. He is very knowledgeable and able to explain theories and practices in both technical and practical terms. He made the assessments fun and gave excellent feedback and encouragement. Three days of good sailing challenges and I am better sailor for it thanks to Emory.
Greg K., USA, CA, los angeles at 2024, Oct 12
Practical Competence of Skipper (small keelboat) Rank
Loved his explanation of certain knots and their alternate uses which I had always wondered about it. Learned a ton. Great captain!
Peter G., USA, CA, Manhattan Beach at 2024, Jul 18
Practical Competence of Bareboat Charter Master Rank
Sailing with Captain Emory was truly a wonderful experience. I’ve been sailing my entire life and yet I learned a lot in this course with him. And not only was he an excellent teacher, but he was excellent company as well! I can’t recommend him highly enough
Todd P., USA, CA, San Clemente at 2024, Jul 18
Practical Competence of Bareboat Charter Master Rank
Captain Emory is a master of his trade; in possession of tremendous knowledge, skills, experience, stories and an absolute pleasure to spend time with. I highly recommend and endorse Emory for his abilities to elevate anyones sailing skills, knowledge and confidence.
Jason V., USA, AZ, Tempe at 2024, Apr 01
Practical Competence of Bareboat Charter Master Rank
Emory provided an exceptional teaching experience with the perfect mix of challenges and encouragement, and the heavy weather & wind was ideal for real world implementation.
Terance H., USA, AZ, Glendale at 2022, Feb 25
Practical Competence of Skipper Rank
I have the greatest respect for Captain Emory Hiesler as an sailing expert and suberb, professional instructor. He made the on-water proficiency testing fun and comfortable while being extremely thorough. Captain Emory can prepare you for meeting any of your sailing goals. I highly recommend Emory and would welcome the opportunity to sail with him anywhere, anytime.
Michael P., USA, CA, San Diego at 2020, Dec 07
Practical Competence of Bareboat Charter Master Rank
Emory is a great instructor and an excellent communicator. He is skilled in taking complicated subjects and break them down to easily to understand language.
Brian M., USA, AZ, Scottsdale at 2020, Sep 24
Practical Competence of Qualified Crew Member Rank
Emory is amazing. Very patient and energetic. An amazing to get introduced to sailing.
Doug A., USA, NV, Reno at 2020, May 07
Practical Competence of Qualified Crew Member Rank
Emory has an excellent time management system. And the items to covered just come naturally to him, he dose not need to stop ad regroup. On new topics he explains what the process is before starting the process. On already covered topics he just gives the commands and you better jump and do. The Crew Competency, ASA101 and 103 were fun.
Yosh H., USA, CA, San Francisco at 2019, Mar 24
Practical Competence of Qualified Crew Member Rank
Fabulous teacher!
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