Sailing Instruction & Services

Meet Jon

Jon — Engineer & Systems Specialist

Jon is an experienced sailor with more than 35,000 nautical miles and over a decade of ownership experience aboard SV Prism, a Hans Christian 33 T that he fully refit stem-to-stern in 2018.

He specializes in electrical, mechanical, and marine systems: surveys, troubleshooting, repairs, upgrades, and full-vessel walkthroughs.

SERVICES

  1. Boat Owner Coaching
    • Hands-on coaching aboard your own vessel. We help you understand how your boat moves, handles, and behaves under different conditions.
    • Includes:
      • Docking & Manuevering
      • Anchoring & Safety Procedures
      • Systems Overview
      • Maintenance Basics
      • Skill Progression & Practice Plans
    • $175 (2 hrs)
  2. Systems Maintenance with Jon
    • Perfect for new boat owners or anyone wanting to understand their vessel more deeply
    • Areas of Focus:
      • Electrical
      • Engine Basics & Routine Checks
      • Batteries, Solar, & Charging Systems
      • Plumbing, Bilges, & Pumps
      • Seasonal Readiness & Reliability Checks
      • Standing & Running Rigging
      • Anchoring Systems
    • $100/hr
  3. Photography / Video
    Photo sessions aboard and as well as for other boats and private sessions are available.