We will explain how a yacht works inside and out, how to handle it and the crew, how to plan a route, how to communicate by radio, and how to dock in marinas or at anchor.
We will also show you how to choose a yacht for a vacation or pick it up from a charter company.
We will also show you how to choose a yacht for a vacation or pick it up from a charter company.
THEORETICAL COURSE
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8 days
Brief description
Not Included
● Flight and transfer — a comfortable flight costs around 400 euros
● Expenses for food, fuel, marinas, alcohol — about 150 euros
● ISSA licenses (Inshore Skipper and VHF) - 200 euros
Included
● Sailing yacht on which we will train and live
● Work of an instructor who will help you learn how to manage the yacht and the crew
● A small motor boat to get ashore
● Sails, sea and good company
Captain and instructor, has sailed yachts all over the world: Iceland, China, Brazil, Indian Ocean, Faroes and many other destinations, loves unusual adventures and trains captains
Yachtmaster Offshore Instructor for sail and motor yachts
He is also into surfing and skiing, learning to fly an airplane. Once founded and sold an electronic tipping service, and then founded Wesail
Yachtmaster Offshore Instructor for sail and motor yachts
He is also into surfing and skiing, learning to fly an airplane. Once founded and sold an electronic tipping service, and then founded Wesail
Denis Valiullin
ISSA Instructor
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
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Sailing yacht handling at sea
Docking, anchoring, working with sails, and many other important and interesting things1 -
Navigation
Working with a map and compass, determining location without GPS, identifying lighthouses and buoys, passing other yachts, and more2 -
Trip planning
You will learn how to plot a route for a yacht, learn about the features of different regions, and learn to choose places for anchoring and relaxation.3 -
Meteorology
You will learn how to plan a route depending on the wind or approaching weather, what signs indicate an approaching thunderstorm, and how the wind will blow from beneath an incoming cloud.4 -
Yacht structure
You will learn how a yacht is arranged inside and out, learn to work with instruments, the anchor, the engine, learn how to detect breakdowns and how to fix them yourself.5 -
VHF radio communication
You will learn to communicate by radio, request spaces in marinas, send distress signals, and use satellite transmitters.6 -
Knots
You will learn to tie maritime knots, understand ropes and rigging.7 -
Legal nuances
You will learn all about insurance and licenses, special zones and border crossings, as well as everything you need for a comfortable trip.8 -
Community
And you will also become part of a huge, cool community of passionate people9
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QUESTIONS
Yes, of course, the training consists of online theory, where you will get to know the yacht remotely through video lessons, and then you need to come to the sea for practical training on a yacht, where you can practice all the skills directly on the yacht.
No, training for a license takes place in a special practice session, where there is time to develop the necessary skills in yacht handling, crew interaction, and safety procedures, as well as to learn how to plan a route.
Yes, of course, while we train he can relax on the yacht (or even work, mobile internet usually works most of the day), and if he wishes, he can get a deckhand certificate (no theory required for that), so that in the future you can charter a yacht together.
The license will be delivered to your address within 3 weeks after the end of the practice, and it will be available online within a few days, so you can charter a yacht right away.
Rent a yacht (we will teach you where and how to choose a boat, and help you pick the most comfortable one), or join our captains' regatta, where beginner skippers sail several yachts together under the supervision of an instructor.
You can also join our regular adventures to explore remote regions (such as French Polynesia), and at the same time see how another captain handles the boat and crew.
You can also join our regular adventures to explore remote regions (such as French Polynesia), and at the same time see how another captain handles the boat and crew.
Yes, of course, we accept the theoretical course from all well-known schools.
Of course not, besides, our school is not registered in Russia.
After payment, we will send you clear instructions: what to bring for practice, where and how to get there, and we will definitely help with the flight. We will also tell you all the important little details. For example, which SIM card is better to buy or where to exchange currency.
The price for the practice includes the yacht rental, accommodation on it, and the instructor's work. In addition, you should budget approximately 200 euros per week for food, fuel, marinas, and restaurants.
After successfully completing the practice, you will also need to pay 200 euros for the issuance of the license from ISSA.
After successfully completing the practice, you will also need to pay 200 euros for the issuance of the license from ISSA.
