Company Overview
Starlight Sailing Adventures is a seasonal sailing school based in Sooke, British Columbia, operating along the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Founded and led by Gord Fulcher, the school offers Basic and Intermediate Cruising courses, navigation instruction, and official Sail Canada certifications. With operations running from June through September, the school attracts adult learners looking for practical, confidence-building experiences in real coastal sailing conditions.
While small in team size, Starlight Sailing Adventures delivers a high-quality, hands-on training program that aligns with national standards and adapts to the region’s strong wind conditions ideal for training in a range of environments.
Challenges
Before using Checklick, Starlight Sailing Adventures managed key tasks manually, especially around scheduling and instructor coordination. Booking calendars were scattered across platforms and email threads, and instructor availability had to be confirmed manually for each course. Admin work was time-consuming and disjointed, with increased seasonal pressure to fill classes in a short time. Additionally, there was no central system for syncing Sail Canada certifications with participant tracking. These issues limited efficiency and made it difficult to scale or delegate responsibilities.
Solution
To streamline operations, Starlight Sailing Adventures adopted Checklick to digitize and organize their certification and program management. As a Sail Canada–recognized platform, Checklick enabled them to manage evaluations and certifications in one place, eliminate spreadsheets and paperwork, and give instructors real-time access to class rosters. It also centralized records, supported audit trails, and ensured compliance with Sail Canada standards-without additional manual effort.
Implementation Approach
The school implemented Checklick across its core programming during the sailing season. Instructors now access the platform to view up-to-date class lists and record student progress directly. Administrators use the system for registration coordination, evaluation submissions, and managing overall program records.
The Checklick team also shared updates about an upcoming booking calendar system tailored to seasonal schools, addressing Gord’s scheduling needs more directly in future releases.
Why Starlight Sailing Adventures Choose Us
Outcome
- Stronger Professional Presence: The school now presents a more polished and professional image to students.
- Scalable System for Future Growth: With Checklick, the team is better equipped to grow their seasonal program.
- Fully Digital Certifications: All evaluation and certification processes are now handled digitally.
- Real-Time Instructor Access: Instructors can view class rosters and track progress without manual updates.
- Reduced Admin Workload: Administrative tasks are streamlined, saving time and effort.
