Course Level: Beginner
This is a practical sail training course for all ages.Ideal if you have little or no sailing experience and are looking to get into sailing. No Previous Sailing Experience Required.
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Highlights:
- Sail Training In The Most Picturesque Location In Croatia - Central Adriatic (Split-Dalmatia)
- Local Sailing Islands & Ports: Brac, Hvar, Vis, Korcula & Pakleni Islands + Split & Trogir
- Sailing Yacht - Sun Odyssey 49 (or similar)
- Monohull Yacht, 4 double cabins (Modern Spacious Yachts)
- Crystal Clear Adriatic Waters For Swimming & Snorkelling
- 5 Days & 4 Nights Onboard A Modern Sailing Yacht, Approx: 100 Nautical Miles Sailed.
- Visit & Experience: Cave's, Secluded Bays, Famous Bays, Diving Spots, Island Tours & Lots More
- Only 30 minute Fast Catamaran Trip From Split Old Town Ferry Port
- Experience Adriatic Sailing Winds: Tramontana (N), Bura (NE), Lavanat (E), Jugo (SE), Ostro (S), Lebic (SW), Punenat (W), Maestral (NW)
- Minimum age – None*
- *Under 18 are ONLY permitted on Private Training Courses
| Included |
** Certificates will only be given on students that meet the requirements for the course and show during the course they meet the levels required for the course Certificate. Debriefs throughout the course will be given if required. |
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| Not included |
Boat Float ("Kitty") - Is NOT Included
Individual Cabin Bookings / Joining A Group Course - Boat Float Contribution
Private Yacht Training Bookings - Boat Float Contribution
The Crew |
| Duration | 5 Days |
| Bring along |
Sun Cream, Hat, Sunglasses, Soft Luggage, Swimwear, Fast Dry Towel, G158 RYA Log Book, Non-Marking Shoes, Shorts, Toiletries, Seasick Remedies, Waterproof Jacket
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| Participants | Maximum 5 Students Onboard + RYA Instructor. |
| Categories | Sailing, Courses |
| Requirements | Previous Experience: None Adults 18+ Only for Group Courses - Under 18's please book a Private RYA course Previous Experience: No Previous Experience Required
* Adults 18+ ONLY for Group Courses - Sailing with Under 18's? Please book Private Yacht Training |
| Important information | Important Information at a Glance
1. Crew List Information & Health Declaration:
2. Boat Float ("Kitty") Contribution:
3. Instructor Evening Meals:
4. Tips & Gratuities – Croatia:
5. Important Boat Kitty Notes: Travelling to Milna, Brač Island: 1. Crew List Information & Health Declaration
Crew List information and a Health Declaration must be completed for each student after booking your course.
Complete your Crew List & Health Declaration here
Student Area Password: YSTstudent
A link to the Student Area will also be included with your invoice. The required information MUST be completed after booking your course.
Please also double-check your embarkation / joining location and packing suggestions before travelling. 2. Boat Float ("Kitty") Contribution
The Boat Float ("Kitty") is NOT included in the price of your course.
The Boat Kitty is opened onboard the yacht with your instructor when your training starts. It is used to cover the shared expenses of operating and provisioning the yacht during your course.
For a 5-day course commencing in Milna, the initial contributions are:
The contribution is payable in cash (Euros) on Day 1 when you join the yacht. 2.1 What Does the Boat Kitty Cover?
The suggested Boat Kitty contribution should normally cover:
The amount required may increase or decrease depending on:
If the crew chooses more expensive marinas each night, you may need to top up the Boat Kitty.
Marinas in Croatia can cost up to approximately €170 per night, but generally include water, electricity and bathroom facilities.
Anchoring and restaurant moorings are generally free. 2.2 Managing the Boat Kitty
Managing the Boat Kitty is a crew task and part of understanding boat organisation.
Your instructor will open the Boat Kitty with the crew at the beginning of your course. The Boat Kitty is then managed by the crew onboard.
Yacht Sail Training does not take any funds from your Boat Kitty contribution.
Any remaining funds at the end of the course are shared equally between the students / crew onboard. 3. Instructor Evening Meals
It is customary for students to cover their instructor's evening meal when eating ashore together.
This is separate from any optional tip or gratuity you may wish to give your instructor at the end of the course. 4. Tips & Gratuities – Croatia
4.1 Your Instructor
Your instructor does not expect a tip.
However, once your course has fully finished, your debriefs have been completed, certificates have been given out and any required action plans have been discussed, you are welcome to show your gratitude if you wish. 4.2 Dining Out, Bars & Coffee Shops
In Croatia, it is generally customary to leave a tip when dining out or paying a drinks bill at the end of an evening, particularly if you have received good service and enjoyed your meal or drinks.
Typical gratuity in Croatia: approximately 10–15% of the bill. 5. Important Boat Kitty Notes
Please note: The Boat Kitty amounts are suggested initial contributions. The final amount spent may increase or decrease depending on the number of students onboard, food choices, fuel used and the marinas or moorings selected by the crew during the course.
The generally suggested Boat Kitty amount should cover your expenses for breakfasts, lunches, fuel and marina / mooring fees while onboard.
If the crew requests more expensive marinas each night, the Boat Kitty may need to be topped up.
Marinas in Croatia can cost up to approximately €170 per night and generally include water, electricity and bathroom facilities.
Anchoring and restaurant moorings are generally free.
Managing the Boat Kitty is a crew task and part of understanding boat organisation.
Yacht Sail Training does not take any money from your Boat Kitty contribution.
Your instructor will open the Boat Kitty with everyone at the beginning of the course. Any remaining funds are shared equally between the students / crew onboard at the end of the course. |
| Additional information | Sail Cruising.pdf |
Venue
Yacht Sail Training - RYA Sailing School, Brdo I, 21405, Milna, Croatia
Offered by
EMBARK D.O.O / Yacht Sail Training / Utopia Yachting / Embark Croatia Tours
Further information
About The Course
This course is for those who would like to learn to sail and become active crew members rather than just passengers.
What Type Of RYA Course Is This?.
Experience living, sailing, cooking and sleeping on board for 5 days and really get to know the boat. Virtually all the course is hands on. This is very much a Practical Sail Training course.
You are the crew - without you the sails won't go up and the boat won't be steered.
By the end of the course you should be able to steer, handle sails, keep a lookout, row a dinghy and assist in all the day to day duties on board.
Course Content
The RYA Competent crew syllabus is taught in a ratio of (5:1) students to instructor and covers the following:
You will cover:
- Knowledge of sea terms and parts of a boat
- Rigging and sails
- Sail handling
- Rope work
- Fire precautions and fighting
- Personal safety equipment
- Man overboard
- Emergency equipment
- Meteorology
- Seasickness
- Helmsmanship
- General Duties, manners and customs
- Rules of the road
- Dinghies
Ability After The Course
After the course you will be able to steer, handle sails, keep a lookout, row a dinghy and assist in all the day to day routines.