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You will learn how to use the safety equipment on board your yacht, how to communicate properly using a VHF radio, fire-fighting, metereology - where to obtain forecasts and how to interpret them, reefing sails, boat handling, preparing a vessel for strong wind, how to pick up a person overboard under sail and power, navigation, additional rules of the road, picking up a mooring, rowing a dinghy, berthing alongside and the correct way to drop an anchor so you can sleep peacefully at night! The course is aimed at building your confidence on the water on a yacht, so you can actively participate as part of a crew. You will start to engage tasks without being prompted, things really are starting to click! Courses are conducted primarily on our NEW Bavaria 39 sail training yacht which has been set up specifically for training in comfort, safety and style.
There is a maximum of 4 students per course so you can be assured of great tuition and lots of fun. All food is provided but if staying overnight please bring your own nightcap!
Competent Crew course costs $ 445
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