Learn to steer, handle sails, keep a lookout, row a dinghy and assist in all the day to day duties on board.

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Thessalia Sailing runs the 5 day course from Sunday to Thursday. You will arrive in Volos on Saturday, the boat is ready to board at 1530 and you will spend the first night on the boat, getting to know your fellow students.

The course begins on Sunday morning and we head out into the gulf.

Each day we endeavour to stop for lunch and a swim in a new, idyllic spot.

Evenings are spent either in a small fishing harbour, sampling the fresh Greek food, or at anchor in a secluded bay enjoying Liz's home-cooked meals.

We do at least one short night passage.

We will arrive back in Volos on Thursday evening, leaving you free to travel home on Friday or Saturday. You can stay on the boat on Thursday evening.

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Course content:

Knowledge of sea terms and parts of a boat her rigging and sails, sail handling, ropework, fire precautions and fire fighting, personal safety equipment, man overboard, emergency equipment, meteorology, avoiding seasickness, helmsmanship, general duties, manners and customs, rules of the road, use of the dinghy.

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Duration:

5 days.

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Dates for 2025:

(Alternate dates may be available on request)

May 10th-15th

June 7th-12th

July 5th-10th

July 12th-17th

August 2nd-7th

August 9th-14th

August 30th-September 4th

September 6th-11th

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Maximum Student to Instructor ratio: 5:1

 

Method of assessment:

There are no exams. Your instructor will assess your progress throughout the course.

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Certificates awarded:

RYA Competent Crew

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Included in the price:

Breakfast, lunch and 2 evening meals on board the yacht. You’ll get freshly laundered linen & towels, pillows, and bedding. Also included are fuel and mooring fees.

 

​Not included:

Meals eaten ashore and the cost of getting here. (Please refer to our getting here page)

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