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USCG Master 25 Ton Inland Waters. Decades of sailboat, powerboat, and paddlecraft experience. Professional geoscientist, river guide, certified lifeguard, and PADI open water diver.
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Houston Sailing
Monohull sailing and training aboard a Hunter 336, "Opus", and charters aboard a Leopard 47 catamaran "Flying Pig". We sail all year round in Galveston Bay and Clear Lake, and are available 7 days a week.
Yachtcations
training and charters on a Lagoon 450 catamaran, "Brie".
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Notes: Monohull training through Houston Sailing, aboard Hunter 336 monohull, "Opus".
Catamaran training through Yachtcations, aboard a Lagoon 450 catamaran, "Brie"
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Feedback from previous students
very knowledgeable. low key, not a yeller. and always providing good positive feedback
Tom was great, engaged the entire crew and tailored instruction to various skill levels & knowledge to allow everyone to learn at the right pace and work on the things they needed. He created an encouraging & calm environment that helped to build everyone’s confidence as the course progressed. Highly recommend Tom as a captain and instructor!!
Captain Helm not only conducted the scheduled classes, he also provided additional opportunities to crew on other vessels giving me extra experience. He truly has an interest in making his students better sailors.
Tom is an excellent sailing instructor. He is very thoughtful in how he approaches things and provides just the right amount of challenge to promote growth in a positive manner. I learned a tremendous amount through this approach that is tailored to each individual students needs and goals.
Tom was winderful to work with. Excellent instructor, friendly and great sailing advise.
Tom was an excellent instructor. He took the time to explain things when we had questions—I learned some great tips and tricks from a seasoned sailor!
Tom Helm is an excellent instructor and very well versed in explaining and demonstrating the theory and mechanics of sailing. It's obvious from the very first lesson that he has years of knowledge to validate his teachings and makes for a thorough learning opportunity.
Thomas
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