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Andy Deen

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Tampa, Florida USA
Rated 5/5 by 10 students

Level V Captain Rank Qualified Sailing Instructor / Assessor

Intern Powerboat Instructor / Assessor

Captain Andy Deen is a Florida native and holds the USCG 100-Ton Master license with Sailing Endorsement. Andy teaches several levels of on-the-water certifications for both sailing monohulls and catamarans. As a former high school teacher, Captain Andy will help you meet your goals by pacing instruction to match your learning style. His objective is to add "tools to your toolbox" so that you can skipper a boat with confidence. Welcome aboard!

Credentials

NauticEd Credentials

NauticEd System Knowledge Expert NauticEd System Knowledge Expert
Transformational Instructor Course Graduate Transformational Instructor Course Graduate
Student Star Rated Student Star Rated
American National Standards Instructor/Assessor American National Standards Instructor/Assessor
SLC Instructor/Assessor SLC Instructor/Assessor
  • Level V Captain Rank Qualified Sailing Instructor / Assessor
  • Intern Powerboat Instructor / Assessor
  • American National Standards Instructor/Assessor
  • SLC Instructor/Assessor - Sail

Other Credentials

USCG Captain 100-Ton Master with Sailing Endorsement

Associated practical schools

Publications

Read the Expert Articles Andy Deen has written

All Locations

Tampa Bay Base

502 5th Ave NE St. Petersburg, FL, FL 33701 USA Map it

USVI Base

5304 Yacht Haven Grande Charlotte Amalie, VI 00802 USA Map it
Available to travel to the US Virgin Islands to teach all
Notes: We are assembling a learn-to-sail flotilla in the US Virgin Islands for winter/spring 2025. Contact me for more info.

Training and assessment

Sail Practical Training Courses

International License Training/Assessment

Notes: Available to train on your boat or mine!

CONTACT WITH QUESTIONS OR TO SCHEDULE TRAINING

As a bonus "thank you", we'll give you two FREE sailing courses and electronic logbook!
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Feedback from previous students

Theodore B., USA, FL, Lutz at 2025, Mar 17
Practical Competence of Bareboat Charter Master Rank
Professional all around. Andy will make you feel relaxed with an easy-going manner. He is a natural at evaluating your skill on the water and is thorough in evaluating your competency. He has a good depth of knowledge. I found he was very insightful, and I learned a few new ways of doing things that made the task easier, quicker, better. I enjoyed the day with him. Highly recommended.
Thomas F., USA, FL, Tampa at 2025, Mar 13
Practical Competence of Bareboat Charter Master Rank
Great instructor! Took the time to ensure I understood everything I was doing and the why. Shared tons of practical knowledge and experience as well.
Anthony F., USA, MN, West Lakeland at 2025, Mar 17
Practical Competence of Bareboat Charter Master Rank
Captain Deen is a fantastic teacher. He was kind and knowledgeable. He clearly loves sailing and teaching. I have recommended him to a few friends already!
Robert S., USA, FL, Green Cove Springs at 2025, Jan 27
Practical Competence of Skipper Rank
This was private training on my personal sailboat. I've been pleased with the practical training. Training was accomplished in a friendly professional fashion at my own pace. I feel confident that I can sail my boat. Received my insurance sign-out.
Pete B., USA, FL, Naples at 2025, Mar 13
Practical Competence of Bareboat Charter Master Rank
Andy was very thorough and friendly- it was a positive experience.
Rob M., USA, TN, Hermitage at 2024, Nov 18
Practical Competence of Bareboat Charter Master Rank
Captain Andy was the perfect instructor. He knew all the material and we had in-depth conversations about all aspects of sailing. He embodies the values of NauticEd in developing competency.
Todd F., USA, CO, Highlands Ranch at 2024, Mar 22
Practical Competence of Bareboat Charter Master Rank
Andy is a true professional and was a joy to work with. I plan to return for additional training with Andy in the future! I would wholeheartedly recommend Andy to anyone wanting to receive quality training!
David C., USA, IL, Chicago at 2024, Feb 18
Practical Competence of Bareboat Charter Master Rank
Captain Andy was an exceptional teacher, instructor, and evaluator. He was quick to comment on actions that he saw were positive as well as actions that he saw could be improved upon or thought through differently and likely safer. I really appreciated Captain Andy's style, methods, and professionalism. Even though I have worked as a professional captain and have 30 years of sailboat racing on vessels from 70'-18', captain Andy provided valuable and useful instruction and insight to further improve my skills. I would highly recommend Captain Andy to anyone looking for a professional captain or instructor.
Charles W., USA, NH, Hollis at 2024, Mar 16
Practical Competence of Bareboat Charter Master Rank
I appreciated Andy's style of coaching through the course work.
Russell M., USA, TN, Nashville at 2023, Nov 05
Practical Competence of Skipper Rank
I've been an instructor, and instructor of instructors, in high performance aircraft for more than 30 years. I've seen and trained a lot of instructors who teach a highly challenging and complex subject. Andy is as good as I've ever seen. He has absolute mastery of his craft, and he delivers the content with good-natured skill, and with the grace of a true pro. Absolutely first class experience! I'll be back. Andy has my highest personal and professional recommendation.
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