Docking & Maneuvering
Masterclass
Eliminate marina stress.
Essential skills for mooring, anchoring, and tight maneuvers.
Confidence in Close Quarters
Navigating the open sea is pure joy, but entering a crowded marina can be a skipper’s nightmare.
This course bridges the gap between sailing theory and the practical reality of maneuvering a vessel in tight spaces. We replace stress with technique, ensuring your next charter is memorable for the right reasons.
What You Will Master
Docking & Mooring Mechanics
✓ Stern-to Mooring: Master the classic
"Med Mooring" into tight boxes.
✓ Lazy Lines: Handle slime lines without fouling the propeller.
✓ Shore Lines: Techniques for tying land lines to rocks or trees.
✓ Mooring Buoys: Approach and secure the buoy on the first try.
✓ Anchoring: Selecting the spot and setting the hook properly.
✓ Alongside: Smooth approaches for fuel docks and concrete walls.
✓ Bow-to: Strategies for docking in shallow port areas.
⚙️ Advanced Boat Handling
True mastery comes from understanding how your vessel reacts to wind, current, and propeller forces. We refine your touch on the throttle and wheel so you can maneuver confidently even without bow thrusters.
✓ Prop Walk: How to use the "prop kick" to your advantage.
✓ Springing Off: escaping tight spots using spring lines.
✓ Holding Station: Keeping the boat still in wind without anchoring.
✓ Tight Turns: Maneuvering and turning the boat 360º in narrow channels.
Anchoring & Seamanship
A complete sailor must be as competent at anchor as they are at the dock. We cover the essential skills needed to secure your boat in open water and plan safe passages.
✓ Anchoring Techniques: Selecting the right spot, scope calculation, and ensuring the anchor holds.
✓ Mooring Buoys: Stress-free procedures for catching and securing heavy mooring buoys.
✓ Navigation & Weather: interpreting forecasts and charts to make smart "Go/No-Go" decisions.
Take Command & Invest in Safety
By the end of this week, you won't just know the theory—you will feel the boat.
We ensure you leave with the muscle memory, the mindset, and the proven skills required to skipper your own vessel safely anywhere in the world.
Moreover, consider this a direct investment in your peace of mind.
A single scratch on a charter boat can often cost more than this entire course. Avoid expensive mistakes and insurance claims, and sail with the confidence that only true competence can provide.
Time & Location
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Duration: 7 Days (Sat-Sat)
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Check-in: Saturday, 17:00
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Check-out: Saturday, 09:00
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Base: D-Marin Dalmacija, Sukošan (Pier A)
Private Accommodation
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Occupancy: Single Occupancy
(1 Person per Cabin). -
Couples: Double bed available only upon request for couples.
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Privacy: No sharing with strangers.
Requirements
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Experience: Previous sailing experience required.
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License: International Bareboat Skipper recommended (but not mandatory if experienced).
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Health: Fit for active maneuvering.
PREMIUM ALL-INCLUSIVE PACKAGE
We keep the pricing simple and transparent.
Your investment covers the yacht charter, fuel for intensive practice, marina fees, and
full comprehensive insurance—allowing you to learn without financial risk.
INCLUDED
✓ 7 Days Onboard a Modern Sailing Yacht (Private Cabin)
✓ Professional Instructor.
✓ Unlimited Fuel & Final Cleaning (Zero extra fees).
✓ All Marina & Anchoring Fees (High cost coverage).
✓ National Park Tickets (Kornati & Krka)
✓ Full Comprehensive Insurance (Zero liability for scratches or damages)
✓ Daily Breakfast & Light Lunch (Prepared onboard)
✓ All Tourist Taxes
✓ Exclusive Welcome Kit
What is Extra
✓ Dinners ashore & Alcoholic beverages