Skipper training for beginners
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Punat
- Tour category: Krk tours and excursions
- Travel style:
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Sea & Boat
Highlights
- Duration: 2 days
- Transportation: Boat
- because you are an active holiday lover
- because you want to get acquainted with the world of sailing
- you wish to sail independently or intend to purchase a larger boat
Why Choose Skipper Training for Beginners?
Overview
This highly practical training in mastering basic manoeuvring skills can be taken separately or as a part of a 7-day Intensive Sailing Course.
It can also be an excellent addition to a two-day basic sailing course.
Skipper training for beginners is especially valuable for those who wish to sail independently or intend to purchase a larger boat.
This course is designed for beginners with limited or no previous experience in boat manoeuvring.
This course offers an opportunity to learn about sailing boat specifics and systems through skipper check-ins. You will have the chance to practice basic boat manoeuvring and familiarize yourself with aspects of boat safety.
In this skipper training for beginners, you will learn and practice various skills and techniques related to sailing and boat manoeuvring. Here is an overview of what you will learn and do during the course:
1. Introduction to equipment and sailboat systems: You will receive a comprehensive introduction to the various equipment and systems on board a sailboat. This includes familiarizing yourself with the different parts of the boat, understanding how they work, and learning how to operate them effectively.
2. How to use safety equipment: Safety is paramount in sailing, so you will learn how to use safety equipment properly. You will also be taught important safety procedures and protocols to follow while on board.
3. Maneuvering the boat outside the port: You will practice manoeuvring the boat in open waters outside of the port. This includes learning how to control the sails, handle the helm, navigate through different wind conditions, and perform basic manoeuvres like tacking and jibing.
4. Maneuvering inside the port (basic): In this part of the training, you will focus on manoeuvring the boat within a port or marina setting. You will learn how to safely navigate tight spaces, approach docks or berths, control your speed and direction while docking or undocking, and communicate effectively with your crew.
5. Bow/stern, port and starboard side berthing: Building upon your basic manoeuvring skills inside the port, you will now specifically learn about bow/stern berthing as well as berthing on both port (left) or starboard (right) sides of another vessel or dock. This involves understanding different approaches for each scenario and implementing appropriate techniques for safe berthing.
6. Anchoring – choosing the right position and performing anchoring: Anchoring is an essential skill for sailors who wish to stay in one place for a longer period of time. You will learn how to choose the right position for anchoring, set the anchor correctly, and ensure secure anchorage. This includes understanding factors like wind, current, and bottom conditions.
7. Catching a buoy: Buoys are markers for navigation or mooring. Using different techniques, you will learn how to approach and catch buoys safely and efficiently.
8. Avoiding collisions: Understanding how to navigate safely and avoid collisions with other vessels is crucial. You will learn about the rules of navigation, proper communication with other boats, and effective lookout techniques to minimize the risk of accidents.
9. Safety at sea – man overboard manoeuvre: In case someone falls overboard, you will be taught the appropriate procedures and manoeuvres to quickly recover them from the water. This involves maintaining control of the boat, executing a search pattern, and performing a successful rescue operation.
10. Skipper reaction in high-risk situations: Lastly, you will practice reacting appropriately in high-risk situations such as strong winds, heavy sea conditions, or equipment failures. This includes making quick decisions under pressure, implementing emergency protocols effectively, and ensuring the safety of your crew and vessel.
By completing this skipper training for beginners, you will gain valuable knowledge and practical experience that will enable you to sail independently or confidently handle a larger boat.
Included in the price: instructor, fuel, berth & tourist tax.
Accommodation, food and drinks are not included in the price.
Book the desired dates, complete the skipper training for beginners and have fun at the same time!
Departures
| Days | Starting point |
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| Every day | Punat | |
Location
What's included
- Boat ride
- Equipment
- Instructor
Important information
- Important information
- For this trip, it is necessary to check availability in advance. When you send us an inquiry or reservation, we first check if the desired date is available. If not, we will suggest the next possible free term.
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For the reservation to be valid, it is necessary to make a payment by card via the payment link in the next half hour.
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If your payment link has expired, you can make a new reservation for the desired excursion/activity.
- Payment is made by credit card (Mastercard & Visa & Maestro).
- If you have difficulties paying by card, you can pay for the excursion/activity in cash at our reception: Mare Tours, Vrbnik, Trg sv. Ivana 8.
- If the organizer has to postpone the booked excursion/experience, guests can receive the paid amount back or accept an alternative date.
- General terms and conditions
+385 51 604 400
+385 91 516 78 58
info@mare-vrbnik.com
