sailing school in Greece.

Athens sailing academy

 AN ENGLISH SAILING SCHOOL IN GREECE TEACHING SAILING IN THE GREEK ISLANDS

 

 

Start Sailing

Start Sailing , ASA course 101

Course Description: 

This is a comprehensive Learn-to-Sail course designed for the beginner or novice sailor. Building a strong foundation, develop basic boat handling and sailing fundamentals as well as emergency handling techniques. Learn how to handle inclement weather and high winds and promote good sailing techniques from the start.

Teaching Material  course chapters: Sailing Fundamentals by Gary Jobson (Parts 1 to 4)

Topics include:

Rigging and Unrigging the Boat
Basic Sailing Terminology
Right-of-Way Rules
Points of Sail
Fig-8 Over-Board Recovery
Crew Coordination
Basic Knots
Safety Equipment
Sailing in confined areas
Docking, Under Sail & Power
Sail Trim, Power, & Balance

Helm Techniques
Heaving-to & Reefing
Two MOB Recovery Methods
Emergency Anchoring
Required Safety Equipment
Docking & Lines
Weather & Forecasting
Boating Etiquette
Motoring in confined areas
Outboard Engines
Right-of-Way Rules (In depth)

Certifications: Upon successful completion you will receive the ASA Basic Keelboat Sailing Certification.

Courses run over a weekend May though October
Price:  €450 per person for a weekend/ 48hrs instruction