James Kell

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Tiburon, California USA

Level V Bareboat Charter Master Rank Qualified Sailing Instructor / Assessor

Rated 4.98/5 by 21 students
I am the Instructor Evaluator here at Sailing Virgins, training all our instructors. We concentrate on making your sailing training vacation experience here in the Virgin Islands one that will last a lifetime. Come join us - you'll have fun.

Credentials

NauticEd Credentials

  • Level V Bareboat Charter Master Rank Qualified Instructor/Assessor
  • American National Standards Instructor/Assessor
  • SLC Instructor/Assessor
  • RYA Instructor/Assessor
  • Catamaran Instructor/Assessor

Other Credentials

RYA Yachtmaster Instructor, STCW Qualified.

Publications

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All Locations

Notes: Depending on the time of year, I am available to instruct anywhere in the world. Just contact me. I instruct on charter boats.

Training and assessment

International License Training/Assessment

Notes: Any charter boats (catamaran or monohull) up to 55' in length

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Feedback from previous students

Ryan H., USA, AZ, Scottsdale at 2023, Sep 06
Practical Competence of Bareboat Charter Master Rank
I recently completed the practical competency assessment with Jose Kell and was very pleased with the experience. I felt it provided an accurate reflection of my sailing skills and knowledge. The feedback provided was constructive and valuable. I left the assessment feeling more confident and well-prepared for future sailing adventures.
I M (Mac) C., USA, CO, Basalt at 2023, May 11
Practical Competence of Bareboat Charter Master Rank
Top notch instruction and certification for the on the water SLC license. Thanks!
Gal H., USA, CA, Sunnyvale at 2023, Mar 19
Practical Competence of Bareboat Charter Master Rank
On The water assessment was a very pleasant experience, as well as very informative, even after sailing for over 40 years, I was very happy with the instructor, and would highly recommend!!!
Rebecca B., USA, CO, Denver at 2022, Mar 18
Practical Competence of Skipper Rank
Wonderful learning with James
Ken H., United Arab Emirates, Dubai, Dubai at 2021, Sep 17
Practical Competence of Bareboat Charter Master Rank
Tomas K., Australia, Victoria, Melbourne at 2020, Sep 20
Practical Competence of Bareboat Charter Master Rank
James was an amazing instructor, he has the ability to teach to anyone’s standard and capabilities. He demonstrates and trusts in your ability to learn. James helped me to feel safe at all times as well as trust in my own capabilities. I would and do recommend him to any one interested in learning how to sail or advancing their skills and knowledge. James thank you you are the best!
Brittany M. W., USA, Grosse Pointe at 2020, Apr 16
Practical Competence of Bareboat Charter Master Rank
INCREDIBLE instructor! Do not think it possible to have had a better experience.
Luke A. W., USA, MI, Grosse Pointe at 2020, Apr 16
Practical Competence of Bareboat Charter Master Rank
I feel incredibly lucky to have had James Kell as our instructor. Not only did we gain a “boat load” of confidence sailing with James, but we had an incredible time getting our certifications with his company Sailing Virgins.
Logan S., USA, CO, Gypsum at 2020, Apr 16
Practical Competence of Bareboat Charter Master Rank
Couldn’t have asked for a better instructor!!!
Benjamin M., USA, UT, Salt Lake City at 2019, Nov 07
Practical Competence of Bareboat Charter Master Rank
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