Bill still owes me 900 dollars for lessons I bought for my wife, brother, and myself after he agreed to refund me, following the most terrible experience I've ever had on the water. This was better than 4 years ago, no less. The experience goes as such: There was no shore school as advertised, "learn on the water," captain said. As we headed to the lake, the captain couldn't untangle the half unfurled jib sail for the entire trip. It wagged there the entire trip as if to warn us of what was to come. We almost ran aground. We ran out of gas. Then we found gas down below. The captain poured half the gas in the river as he tried to fill the tank. Then the recoil broke before we could start the motor. We were dead in the water but were finally towed back. I don't want any more lessons on what NOT to do. Can't I just have my money back? I spent 900 dollars and all I got was this lousy experience.
I have been sailing at Seven Seas for several years since I took lessons there. The instructors were great. Rental availability during to day is great and motor quality and reliability have improved. Rental availability on evenings and weekends can be a challenge and you may need to plan more in advance. Additional boats in the fleet would help. I found the season pass and online booking a great advantage. I have also made some wonderful friends sailing at Seven Seas.