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- Level V Captain Rank Chief Sailing Instructor / Assessor
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USCG Captain 100-Ton Master with Sailing Endorsement
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Tampa Bay Base
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Available to travel to the US Virgin Islands to teach all
Notes: We are assembling a learn-to-sail flotilla in the US Virgin Islands for winter/spring 2026. Contact me for more info.
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Sail Practical Training Courses
Power Practical Training Courses
International License Training/Assessment
Notes: Available to train on your boat or mine!
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Feedback from previous students
Andy expressed great levels of knowledge and competency as an instructor aboard. Very enthusiastic sailor and passionate about the sport. Andy presented numerous teaching methods that helped accomplish different concepts.
Andy was a patient, thorough and a very competent instructor who was able to transfer knowledge and wisdom while keeping things fun and enjoyable. Highly recommend to anyone that wants to increase competence, safety and overall leadership of a boat and crew!
Andy was great. Very patient and educational
A very thorough and professional service was delivered by Andy Deen.
Andy Deen is an extraordinary instructor- highly capable master of his craft, clear in his communication, gentle but explicit in his feedback and passionate about sailing.
Amazing experience! Andy is by far the best instructor I have had the pleasure to sail with, his experience and knowledge are top notch and his teaching abilities make it a pleasure to learn even complex skills. We did a trading day for our crew and a few weeks later I did my SLC Practical assessment and we can’t wait to schedule another day with Andy.
Professional all around. Andy will make you feel relaxed with an easy-going manner. He is a natural at evaluating your skill on the water and is thorough in evaluating your competency. He has a good depth of knowledge. I found he was very insightful, and I learned a few new ways of doing things that made the task easier, quicker, better. I enjoyed the day with him. Highly recommended.
Great instructor! Took the time to ensure I understood everything I was doing and the why. Shared tons of practical knowledge and experience as well.
Captain Deen is a fantastic teacher. He was kind and knowledgeable. He clearly loves sailing and teaching. I have recommended him to a few friends already!
This was private training on my personal sailboat. I've been pleased with the practical training. Training was accomplished in a friendly professional fashion at my own pace. I feel confident that I can sail my boat. Received my insurance sign-out.
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