Set sail for a transformative 3-day liveaboard course designed for couples at Sailing Myrtle Beach in Little River, SC. Gain hands-on sailing skills with personalized instruction and real coastal cruising experience.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3 days / 2 nights
Fitness Level
Participants should be in reasonable physical condition to handle boat tasks, including anchoring and docking duties.
Wildlife
History
Little River’s maritime roots date to the early 1700s, historically serving as a fishing and shipping village.
Conservation
The local waters are part of conservation efforts to maintain healthy marsh ecosystems and minimize impact from boating activities.
Sailing Myrtle Beach
Set sail for a transformative 3-day liveaboard course designed for couples at Sailing Myrtle Beach in Little River, SC. Gain hands-on sailing skills with personalized instruction and real coastal cruising experience.
Sailing Myrtle Beach is a Little River, South Carolina-based sailing company offering private charters, instructional courses, and specialty cruises. The company operates private sunset and evening sails aboard vessels such as the Bohemian Blue and the Storyteller, and runs tailored experiences including proposal cruises, dinner cruises, and multi-day liveaboard training.
Instruction focuses on American Sailing Association (ASA) standards with combined courses offered for ASA 101, 102, 103, 104 and an ASA 118 docking course. Course formats include multi-day liveaboard programs for couples or pairs that cover sail trim, boat handling, skippering, teamwork, and coastal cruising. Training itineraries visit local destinations like Bird Island, Bald Head Island, the Intracoastal Waterway, and the Little River Inlet.
Private charters include a three-hour Sunset/Evening Sailboat Cruise, a four-hour Evening Marriage Proposal cruise, and intimate dinner cruises aboard a 45ft Elan sailboat featuring Low Country cuisine. Specialty trips such as Charleston passages and practice sails provide experience with coastal navigation, night sailing, and logkeeping.
Safety and seamanship are emphasized through hands-on instruction and practical dockside and underway training. Boats used accommodate couples, small groups, and students pursuing ASA certification. Trips are customizable to group needs and skill levels, with an emphasis on private instruction and personalized itineraries.
Sailing Myrtle Beach serves recreational sailors and learners seeking private, instructor-led sailing experiences in the Myrtle Beach and Little River coastal area. Bookings accommodate couples, families, and small groups with options for customized itineraries emphasizing safety, education, and memorable coastal experiences, and local knowledge of the area shorelines.
Tours Offered
11 experiences
Private sails to multi-day courses
Location
Little River, SC
Coastal access to Intracoastal Waterway
ASA Courses
101–104, 118
Liveaboard and docking instruction
Trip Lengths
3 hours to 7 days
Short sails to extended liveaboard trips
Reserve a sunset cruise, proposal cruise, or multi-day liveaboard course for personalized instruction and coastal memories.
Arrive Prepared for Motion Sensitivity
Bring motion sickness remedies if prone to sea sickness; options include medications and pressure bands.
Plan for Weather Variability
Coastal conditions can shift rapidly; dress in layers and waterproof gear for comfort and safety.
Practice Basic Sailing Knowledge
Participants should have completed ASA 103 or equivalent basic skills before attending this course.
Use the Provided Provisioning Budget
Plan meals carefully as instructors provide a gift card for provisioning; this enhances the liveaboard experience.
Non-slip Deck Shoes
Provides grip on wet surfaces, essential for safe movement on deck.
Windproof Jacket
Protects from wind chill and spray during coastal sailing.
spring|fall|winter
Sailing Gloves
Helps prevent rope burns and improves handling lines.
Sun Protection (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses)
Vital for long hours exposed to intense sun offshore.
summer