BASIC SAILING SCHOOL

LEARN TO SAIL - DISCOVER BOATING

SAILING LEVEL - No experience, Beginner

Course Overview: Master the Basics of Sailing

The primary goal of our course is to introduce attendees to the fundamental techniques of sailing through a well-structured blend of theoretical lessons and practical hands-on experience. Using a methodological approach, we ensure that each participant gains a comprehensive understanding of sailing, starting from the basics and progressing at their own pace.

This course is designed to build a strong foundation in sailing skills, preparing you to confidently handle a boat and navigate the waters, whether for leisure or further training.

SHORT DESCRIPTION

From the first day, the complete organization on the boat, as well as everyday duties on-board, cleaning, cooking, etc. are determined.

*In fact, the attendees will get an excellent sailing knowledge base and be ready for the exam (SKIPPER LICENSE) - what is optional.

Older couple sitting on a yacht and sailing

COURSE CONTENT

• Basic terms
• Points of sailing
• Knots
• Reading nautical charts
• Trimming sails
• Docking, undocking with engine
• Sailing Maneuvers - tacking and jibing tehniques
• Rules of avoiding collisions
• Sailing with given course
• Reefing the sails
• Man over board MOB
• Basic Meteorology
• Maritime radio communication service VHF
• Safety at sea

DAILY SCHEDULE

• 08:00 a.m. Breakfast on board
• 10:00 a.m. Theoretical lecture
• 11:00 a.m. Practical classes at sea
• 02:00 p.m. Lunch Break
• 03:00 p.m. Practical classes at sea
• 05:00 p.m. Arrival in marina
• 07:00 p.m. Dinner

BASE: Marina Mandalina, Šibenik, World Yachting charter main office

CHECK IN: Saturday from 5 p.m.
CECK OUT: Friday till 5 p.m.

SAILING BOAT: Elan 43GT, Elan 45

ACCOMMODATION: During all seven days the attendees will be situated on the boat (double bed cabins) - 6 overnight stays.

MEALS:

Breakfast on board-team preparing breakfast
Lunch on board - lunch package or team cooking - (simple food cooked on broad).
Dinners are organized as follows -in the local taverns or on the boat-team cooking.

MINIMUM NUMBER OF ATTENDEES: 3

LANGUAGES: English, Croatian

PRICE

PER PERSON: from 690€

• 7 Days course program, theory and practical
• Professional Instructor, Lectures
• Sailing Yacht age: 2018 - 2023, size: 44 - 50 ft (Monohull)
• 4 x Double Cabins Onboard
• Accomodation Onboard
• Bed Linen + Towels Included
• Gas for the Galley
• Safety Equipment
• Final Cleaning
• Course Materials
• Final Exam
• Fuel
• Marina Fee
• Toourist Tax
• VAT

PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE

• Food and Beverages
• 2 Passport size colored photographs
• Personal Insurance -we recommend!