Sail&GO, based in Nanaimo, British Columbia, is a premier sailing school offering a unique opportunity for adventurous adults to experience the thrill and freedom of sailing while acquiring valuable skills and internationally recognized certifications. The company prides itself on providing professional and personalized sailing instruction tailored to individuals who aspire to explore British Columbia’s stunning coastline. Sail&GO aims to be the top sailing school in the region, catering to those who dream of navigating the ocean and discovering the beauty of the coastal waters. With a focus on delivering exceptional training and unforgettable experiences, Sail&GO is dedicated to helping customers turn their sailing dreams into reality.
David Ruffieux | Instructor at Sail&GO
David Ruffieux brings a wealth of sailing experience and a passion for the open seas to Sail&GO. With a background that includes extensive offshore passages and certifications in Coastal Cruising, David is dedicated to sharing his love for sailing with students at Sail&GO.
Nautical miles & Sailing experience:
Total: 10000 + nautical miles of offshore and coastal as Skipper,
plus one Pacific oceanic passage.
Day and night passages in the Atlantic, Caribbeans, and South Pacific, Panama Canal, as skipper with crew.
British Columbia/ Vancouver Island -Gulf Islands (Sept-Oct. 2023)
South Pacific / Moorea-Tahiti Skipper – Tour guide 1000 nautical (August 2014-Dec. . 2016)
South Pacific / Panama-Galapagos-Marquisas-Tuamotu-Tahiti-Moorea 3000 nautical Skipper (March-August 2014)
Panama Canal Skipper (Jan-Feb. 2014)
Caribbeans/Guatemala-Honduras-Providencia-San Andreas- Bocas de Toro- Colon 1000 nautical Skipper (April 2013-dec.2013)
Caribbeans / Nassau-George Town-Cuba- Cayman Islands-Honduras-Guatemala 1800 nautical Skipper (Dec.10- June 2011)
North Atlantic / Titusville- Saint Augustine-Charleston-Virginia Beach-Chesapeake Bay- Fort Lauderdale 1360 nautical Skipper (June – Dec. 2010)
Rio Dulce, Guatemala
Sail&GO for aspiring sailors VANCOUVER BC 