Discover the passion of sailing and, what for some, becomes a way of life. Trident Sailing Academy offers both introductory as well as advanced ASA certification courses. Our well-qualified sailing instructors are licensed through the U.S. Coast Guard as well as certified instructors through the American Sailing Association. Our goal is to share our passion and provide students with the tools and resources necessary to become competent sailors on both the lake as any body of water.
Captain Nicholas (Nico) Trevino has been sailing since the age of 10 and has been racing for over 12 years in both lake sailing events as well as the open ocean. He carries a U.S. Coast Guard Master Captain’s license as well as his American Sailing Association certified instructor certification.
He has raced on both coasts as well as actively competed in the Harvest Moon Regatta; a 145 nautical mile race across the Gulf of Mexico. Aside from racing and teaching, he also is available for sailboat deliveries and was required to shine last year when pursued by twin hurricanes Marco and Laura in the Gulf during the delivery of a 51’ sloop.
Paul started sailing in the late 70’s on the Gulf of Mexico. He obtained his USCG Captain License (OUPV) in 2014 and (50 GRT Masters) in 2019 and became an ASA instructor in 2018. Among his many accolades, he has sailed and raced off the southern coast of Norway, the UK, Australia, Sardinia, France, and the Caribbean.