Jan

5.0/5 stars 23 reviews
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  • 25
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About Jan

“Sailing Experience Bluewater: In October of 1997, I sailed from Vermont to Puerto Rico and back, primarily single-handed with my Irwin 28. This trip took seven months, including 3 months in the Caribbean, and then in 2011 I crewed on an Islander 41 from California to Mexico. -Certified by the American Sailing Association; Basic Keelboat, 1993 & 1995: Basic Coastal Cruising & Bareboat Chartering -Completed Safety at Sea (certification required for TransPac race) 24 Feb 2008 -Boats owned: J 24, Pearson 26, Irwin 28, Columbia 28, Ericson 32 1989 – present -Taught sailing at Camp Common Ground 1994 & 1996 -Crewed for deliveries from Boston to Maine 1984/5 -Traveled around the world with Semester At Sea 1984 -Crewed on the Baha Haha – California to Mexico. Islander 41, 2011 Related Skills: -Trained Emergency Medical Technician -Red Cross trained in advanced life saving and water safety & CPR -Trained in crisis management and mediation -Certified PADI SCUBA open water diver -Speak intermediate level Spanish Boats & Places sailed, either as Captain or as co-Captain: -Lavezzi 40 Catamaran St. Thomas, USVI (2 weeks) 2010 -Ericson 32 San Francisco, CA (owned) 2007-2012 -Lagoon 42 Cat Greece (2 weeks) 2008 -J-80 & Bristol 27 San Francisco, CA (various rentals) 2005-2007 -Lavezzi 40 Catamaran Greece (2 weeks) 2005 -Colombia 28 San Diego, CA (owned)2000-03 -Irwin 28 Lake Champlain Vermont (owned) 1992-99 -Catalina 30 Cape Cod & the Islands, MA (10 days) 1996 -Hunter 32 San Diego, CA (1 week) 1995 -Cabo Rico 34 Eleuthera, Bahamas (2 weeks) 1994 -Catalina 30 Florida Keys, Florida (1 week)1992 -J 24 Lake Champlain, Vermont (owned) 1989 - 92 ”


Aboard since 2013

From Pleasant Hill, CA

Reviews of Jan (23)

  • Rachana
    Rachana
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Sep. 05th

    Jan was great and we had a wonderful trip and he was helpful in talking us through the details before the trip. Highly recommend this boat !

  • tumula
    tumula
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Apr. 09th

    We had an amazing time. This is one kind of an experience and would highly recommend. We got to ride the boat also. They were really sweet and would definitely come back again with family and friends.

  • Joshua
    Joshua
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Sep. 23rd

    Jan and his crew were great charterers. He is a very experienced captain, and took excellent care of Chinook for the week cruise they took around the New England waters. He was very easy to contact and communicate with both before and during the charter, and my boat was returned in excellent condition, with no damage and cleaned up very nicely. I wouldn't hesitate to charter to Jan again anytime, and would recommend him to anyone else here on BoatBound!

  • OwnID INC
    OwnID INC
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Aug. 21st

    Jan was very welcoming and we had a great time!

  • Kevin
    Kevin
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Apr. 05th

    Thank you so much for the wonderful experience, We really had a good time. I really recommend everyone to check them out , very welcoming . Will definitely come back.

  • Doreen
    Doreen
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jul. 02nd

    Captain Jan was a pleasure to work with since the moment I reached out. He's very responsive, even if it was a quick message to tell me he will reply with more info at a later time. He was very patient with all my questions and presented great options for our sailing itinerary. We had a great time sailing with Captain Jan and would definitely recommend him and his catamaran to our friends and family.
    Can't wait to do another trip with Captain Jan!

  • Gelo
    Gelo
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Nov. 08th

    I did my engagement proposal just yesterday with the help of Hokahey and Team J! Jan and co-captain Jason was so amazing. They are so welcoming, friendly and professionals at the same time. I messaged a lot of boat owners, rentals etc. but they charge too much plus they don’t reply back as fast as they can. Jan made the event possible. He’s the man to call!

  • Liz
    Liz
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Aug. 18th

    Jan was very responsive and accommodating. We had a lovely, very comfortable sail and our diminutive pirate can’t stop talking and re-playing his adventure. We highly recommend both this boat and the captain! Thanks, Jan!

  • Josiah
    Josiah
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Oct. 17th

    A fantastic sail across the Bay! Great host and experience. Safe, accommodating, and enjoyable.

  • Andrew
    Andrew
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jul. 01st

    We had a terrific time with Jan and crew. They couldn’t have been nicer—even to the point of taking us out on a gorgeous sailing day that they had originally planned to enjoy for themselves. Good wind, sunshine and good company made for a perfect afternoon!

  • Kristy
    Kristy
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    May. 25th

    We had an absolute wonderful time with Jan out on the bay. The boat is gorgeous and he is incredibly knowledgeable about all things ocean & boats and friendly. We had a wonderful day on the water and I am so looking forward to booking with him again!

  • Nick
    Nick
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Aug. 31st

    We had a fantastic day sailing on the Bay and the weather was perfect! Captain Jan was very welcoming and professional. He provided us with safety information, shared points of interest along the way and his hospitality was top notch. My mother started to get nervous with some larger waves and the wind picked up when we entered "The Gate" of the Bay so Captain Jan had a wonderful solution and he changed route so we sailed closer to Angel Island in calmer waters. Our whole experience was AMAZING

  • Deborah
    Deborah
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    May. 12th

    The day was amazing. Jan and Ellen were great hosts. I am definitely booking this adventure again!

  • Chelsey
    Chelsey
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jun. 24th

    We had an amazing time with Jan. We were able to customize our trip and bring all the snacks and beverages on board to make it comfortable. I can’t wait to book again!

  • Matteo
    Matteo
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    May. 13th

    I was just looking for a fun day out on a boat, on the water. But I ended up making a new Friend. Jan and crew were incredibly personably, helpful, kind, and accommodating for our boat voyage. He really made the experience amazing but adding personal touches to show his masterful sailing skill set and catering the day towards the comfort of our guests. Highly recommend!

  • Joseph
    Joseph
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    May. 24th

    We had so much fun with Jan! He is super experienced, kind, funny and was our lucky charm — we saw several whale 🐋 water spouts and seals! 🦭 🥹

  • Asad
    Asad
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Sep. 02nd

    We too the 3hr trip with Captain.

    Jan was fantastic. Helpful in the planning and flexible. The cruise was so enjoyable and relaxing. The boat was spacious and clean.

    Jan and crew were warm, thoughtful and welcoming.

    Would 100% plan another trip with them. An even longer one.

  • matthew
    matthew
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Oct. 10th

    Captain Jan was

  • Ells
    Ells
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jan. 28th

    This was a very last minute charter for my twins 21st birthdays with their friends. Dan responded immediately and he was very accommodating. It was a perfect day out on the bay and Dan was a highly experienced captain and a gracious host on his beautiful boat. Can’t wait to head out with him again.

  • Grace
    Grace
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jun. 29th

    We had a fun time with family at Jan’s sailing boat, he and his wife were friendly and teach us basic tips for sailing, glad for the experience and the drinks them offered us! They made it a great first time experience sailing for us.

  • Lizzie
    Lizzie
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jul. 22nd

    We had the best time aboard Hokahey with Jan and crew! They were incredibly welcoming and accommodating - full kitchen for anything we missed / a cooler for our drinks, etc. The boat itself is fantastic - we enjoyed sitting up front for a while before retreating inside for some snacks. Jan was super communicative leading up to the rental and made the whole process easy. No better way to see the bay! We can’t wait to rebook!

  • Kyle
    Kyle
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    May. 26th

    Jan was amazing! We decided to spontaneously go out on the bay while visiting friends from out of town! Super easy to set-up and gave advise on best times for smooth sailing and wonderful sights!
    Absolutely would recommend! Great to work with and was a pleasure to be on out on the water as a group.

  • Matthew
    Matthew
    5/5 stars (5/5)
    Jul. 26th

    Jan and Ellen were excellent hosts, and we had a wonderful sailing adventure with them. The boat was perfect for my wife’s birthday surprise, and they made sure we felt totally safe bringing our 2yo on board as well.