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Valerio Marra

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Burlington, Massachusetts USA
Rated 5/5 by 1 student

Level IV Captain Rank Qualified Sailing Instructor / Assessor

Level V Bareboat Charter Master Rank Qualified Powerboat Instructor / Assessor

Hi, I'm Valerio Marra, a sailing instructor based in Boston, MA. I’m all about helping sailors understand how boats work. Whether you’re looking to boost your skills or just want to know why your boat behaves the way it does, I’ve got you covered. About Me I love diving into the mechanics of sailing: how design impacts speed, balance, and control. I focus on performance sailing, especially for sailors who want to dig into the "why" behind every move on the water. My Teaching Style I keep things relaxed, practical, and fun so you can build skills, gain confidence, and enjoy the ride. Favorite Boat The J/80 is my go-to. It’s fast, fun, and perfect for both learning and pushing your limits. Giving Back Sailing should be for everyone. I volunteer as a skipper in adaptive sailing programs to help people of all abilities enjoy time on the water. I offer SLC training and assessments for both sail and power vessels. Reach out anytime to book a session or ask a question.

Credentials

NauticEd Credentials

NauticEd System Knowledge Expert NauticEd System Knowledge Expert
Transformational Instructor Course Graduate Transformational Instructor Course Graduate
American National Standards Instructor/Assessor American National Standards Instructor/Assessor
SLC Instructor/Assessor SLC Instructor/Assessor
  • Level IV Captain Rank Qualified Sailing Instructor / Assessor
  • Level V Bareboat Charter Master Rank Qualified Powerboat Instructor / Assessor
  • American National Standards Instructor/Assessor
  • SLC Instructor/Assessor - Sail
  • SLC Instructor/Assessor - Power

Other Credentials

RYA (Royal Yachting Association) - ICC (International Certificate for Operators of Pleasure Craft) US Sailing - Basic Keelboat Instructor - Performance Sailing with Spinnaker - Coastal Navigation Instructor - Safe Powerboat Handling - Offshore Safety at Sea - IPC (International Proficiency Certificate) - SafeSport Certification Commonwealth of Massachusetts & State of Maine - Boating Safety Certificate (NASBLA/USCG recognized) American Red Cross - First Aid, CPR & AED

Publications

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Location

Boston Harbor

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Training and assessment

Sail Practical Training Courses

Power Practical Training Courses

International License Training/Assessment

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Feedback from previous students

Eric B., USA, MA, Watertown at 2023, May 26
Practical Competence of Bareboat Charter Master Rank
Valerio was great to work with. Rigorous yet easy going. I passed, and still I learned useful things to continue improving.
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