Maureen Vild

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Laguna-Niguel, California USA
Rated 4.91/5 by 19 students

Level V Bareboat Charter Master Rank Chief Sailing Instructor / Assessor

Level IV Bareboat Charter Master Rank Chief Powerboat Instructor / Assessor

The most common feedback I received from my students is "You are very calm and explain things in a simple manner to where it is easily understood." However, I believe that the experience of "doing" in many cases outweighs the explanation. My focus is to empower first, educate second. Bring each student to a place of complete competence and build confidence. More importantly, it's all about the experience and to have fun along with the feeling of accomplishing something beyond expectations. Lastly, to anticipate with excitement about the next time on the water.

Credentials

NauticEd Credentials

Professionally Assessed Professionally Assessed
Peer Assessed Peer Assessed
NauticEd System Knowledge Expert NauticEd System Knowledge Expert
Transformational Instructor Course Graduate Transformational Instructor Course Graduate
Woman Instructor Woman Instructor
Student Star Rated Student Star Rated
American National Standards Instructor/Assessor American National Standards Instructor/Assessor
SLC Instructor/Assessor SLC Instructor/Assessor
  • Level V Bareboat Charter Master Rank Chief Sailing Instructor / Assessor
  • Level IV Bareboat Charter Master Rank Chief Powerboat Instructor / Assessor
  • American National Standards Instructor/Assessor
  • SLC Instructor/Assessor - Sail
  • SLC Instructor/Assessor - Power

Other Credentials

USCG 100 ton Master Captains License Nauticed Bareboat Charter Master instructor, including SLC Nauticed Powerboat Instructor American Sailing Instructor US Powerboat Cruising instructor US Sailing Instructor Catamaran Endorsements Orange Coast College Cruising Sailing

Associated practical schools

All Locations

Laguna Niguel

Laguna Niguel, CA USA

Long Beach

Long Beach, CA USA Map it

Newport Beach

Newport Beach, CA USA Map it

Dana Point

Dana Point, CA 92626 USA Map it
Private boat option available

Training and assessment

Sail Practical Training Courses

Power Practical Training Courses

International License Training/Assessment

Notes: 42' Lagoon Catamaran 40' Catalina sailboat 30' Catalina sailboat 34' Catalina sailboat

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Feedback from previous students

Eric F., USA, CA, Huntington Beach at 2025, May 13
Practical Competence of Skipper Rank
Eric F., USA, CA, Huntington Beach at 2025, May 13
Practical Competence of Skipper Rank
Miroslav P., USA, FL, Orlando at 2023, Jun 01
Practical Competence of Skipper Rank
Maureen is an excellent instructor. I love her deep knowledge, passion for sailing, patience and calmness. I will take more classes from her in the future. Very friendly and comfy atmosphere in the class.
Brian Z., USA, CA, Long Beach at 2023, Mar 20
Practical Competence of Qualified Crew Member Rank
Maureen was a fantastic instructor overall. She was patient, explained all topics really effectively, and struck a great balance between supporting me with a positive tone while providing constructive criticism to help me improve further. I thoroughly enjoyed the course and would recommend it to anyone interested in sailing. In just four days on the water, I felt like I began a competent and confident new sailor.
Tracy G., USA, CA, North Hollywood at 2022, Oct 12
Practical Competence of Skipper (small keelboat) Rank
Maureen is a wonderful instructor. She is completely inspirational. She made each class fun and easy to understand. She was very patient, reassuring and encouraging. She sent me uplifting texts which I completely appreciated. When I made mistakes, she quickly corrected me and spoke to me about the situation and how I could improve. I felt empowered and with her instruction. Furthermore, I know I became a better sailor under her teaching. Thank you Maureen for everything!
Mark w., USA, CA, long beach at 2022, Oct 11
Practical Competence of Skipper (small keelboat) Rank
After rethinking some of the issues I had (MOB), I now understand what my issue was. I did not keep in mind where the wind was coming from and I would oversteer the boat and miss my target. Otherwise, i feel comfortable
Charles S., USA, CA, Laguna Niguel, CA at 2022, Sep 28
Practical Competence of Bareboat Charter Master Rank
Charles S., USA, CA, Laguna Niguel, CA at 2022, Sep 27
Practical Competence of Bareboat Charter Master Rank
Charles S., USA, CA, Laguna Niguel, CA at 2022, Aug 06
Practical Competence of Bareboat Charter Master Rank
Kyle G., USA, CA, Seal Beach at 2022, Dec 21
Practical Competence of Skipper (small keelboat) Rank
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