RYA Catamaran Training in Greece with aegeanMode Athens

RYA Catamaran Training – RYA Competent Crew / RYA Day Skipper

Private Catamaran Training From: €6.580,00

RYA Catamaran Training

Private Catamaran Training - Combine Training with Holidays

About the Catamaran Course,

The RYA Catamaran Training adheres to the RYA Competent Crew & RYA Day Skipper syllabus, tailored to Catamaran sailing and power handling techniques. Our booking department team will assist you in selecting the appropriate Catamaran for your needs. This course is exclusively offered privately, allowing you to seamlessly integrate your training with family or friends during your holidays.

Most suitable for Catamaran owners or those aspiring to own one, this course provides specialized insights into Catamaran sailing and power handling.
Traditionally, learning the art of sailing involves a monohull sailboat. The sensations of sailing, the degree of heel based on your maneuvers or reefing, and the overall thrill differ significantly on a monohull.
Conversely, a catamaran offers more spaciousness, remains level, and is equipped with two engines. While the fundamental principles of sailing remain consistent, there are subtle differences. For catamaran owners, these two courses offer an opportunity to acquire specific skills and knowledge tailored to catamaran navigation.

The RYA Competent Crew Course details

The RYA Catamaran Training’s Competent Crew course is tailor-made for beginners, providing an ideal foundation for those aspiring to be active crew members rather than mere passengers. This course is designed for individuals seeking to grasp the basics and accumulate practical experience, setting the stage for progression to the next level.

The designated tuition yachts are prepared for accommodation by Saturday afternoon. Upon your arrival on day one, you will meet your instructor, who will brief you on the essentials concerning the yacht and its surroundings. Following everyone’s arrival, there will be an opportunity to discuss the course and outline the week’s plan. In instances of a mixed group, Day Skipper candidates will have the chance to review theory, while competent crew candidates will acquaint themselves with the yacht and its equipment.
Commencing from our base in Alimos Marina on Sunday morning, the course concludes on Thursday afternoon, with a leisurely morning on Friday before returning to our base around noon. Throughout the training, you will navigate a minimum distance of 100n.m around the Saronic islands, exploring the most captivating ports in the region.
Our daily routine includes lunch and swim breaks in the picturesque bays of the Ionian islands. Each night, we anchor in a different destination, allowing you to delve into the local culture and cuisine of Aegina, Poros, Hydra Epidavros
On Saturday at 09:00, the yachts are vacated for our base crew to prepare for the next group.

Throughout the course, you will acquire skills such as steering, sail handling, knot tying, sea lookout responsibilities, and dinghy rowing. Emergency response techniques, participation in day-to-day yacht duties, night sailing experiences, and assistance on longer passages are integral components of the learning journey. By the course’s conclusion, you will be well-versed in the yacht, its sails, and its equipment, emerging as a confident and capable crew member.

Pre-Course Experience	No experience required.
Assumed Knowledge	No prior knowledge required.
Duration	5 days training + 1 extra day on board
Minimum Recommended Age	12
Students – Instructor Ratio	5:1 maximum
Course Syllabus	Knowledge of sea terms and parts of a boat and her rigging and sails Sail handling Rope work Fire precautions and fighting Personal safety Equipment Man Overboard Emergency Equipment Manners and Customs Rules of the Road Dinghies Meteorology Helmsmanship and Sailing General Duties
After the Course Experience	6 days on board 100 N.M 4 hrs night sail
Certificate Granted ( upon succesful completion )	RYA Competent Crew Certificate

The RYA Day Skipper Course Details

The RYA Catamaran Training’s Day Skipper practical course is tailored for individuals seeking to enhance their skills, broaden their knowledge, and gain the confidence to safely skipper a yacht in familiar waters during daylight hours. Upon completion of this course, participants will be capable of navigating short passages as skippers. This course delves deeper into all aspects of Day Skipper theory, translating theoretical knowledge into practical application. The focus extends to yacht and catamaran handling under both sail and power, fostering the development of skippering skills. Throughout the week, participants engage in passage planning, navigation exercises, and night sailing, and assume leadership roles to acquire skipper experience.

The designated tuition yachts are made ready for accommodation by Saturday afternoon. On the first day, participants join the yacht, meet their instructor, and receive a briefing on essential aspects of the yacht and its surroundings. Following everyone’s arrival, there’s an opportunity to discuss the course and outline the week’s plan. In mixed groups, Day Skipper candidates revise theory, while competent crew candidates familiarize themselves with the yacht and its equipment.
Starting from our base in Alimos Marina on Sunday morning, the course concludes on Thursday afternoon, with a leisurely morning on Friday before returning to our base around noon. Participants navigate a minimum of 100n.m around the Ionian islands, exploring captivating ports in the region during the training.
Daily routines include lunch and swim breaks in picturesque Saronic Islands bays, with nights spent in different destinations, allowing participants to explore the local culture and cuisine of Aegina, Hydra, Poros Epidavros
By 09:00 on Saturday, participants leave the yachts for our base crew to prepare for the next group.

About the RYA Day Skipper Certificate

The RYA Day Skipper certificate is widely accepted as the minimum requirement for chartering a yacht by most global authorities. Furthermore, certificate holders can apply to the RYA for an ICC (International Certificate of Competence), a globally recognized qualification.

Participants in the RYA Skipper practical course are expected to possess the required level of theoretical knowledge (Day Skipper theory level). This 6-day practical course includes extensive navigation, chart work, and sailing activities, making it impractical for the instructor to teach theory from scratch. However, instructors will coach and guide participants to bridge any gaps in theory and navigation knowledge.

Pre-Course Experience	5 days 100 miles 4 night hours
Assumed Knowledge	Competent crew level skills & experience Day Skipper level theory knowledge (we strongly recommend that you do the Day Skipper theory course before the practical. This can be done online or in a classroom)
Duration	5 days training + 1 extra day on board
Minimum Recommended Age	16
Students – Instructor Ratio	5:1 maximum
Course Syllabus	Preparation for sea Deck work Navigation Pilotage Meteorology Rules of the road Maintenance and repair work Engines Victualling Emergency situations Yacht handling under power Yacht handling under sail Passage making Night cruising
After the Course Experience	6 days on board 100 N.M 4 night hours Ability to skipper a yacht in short passages
Certificate Granted ( upon succesful completion )	RYA Day Skipper Certificate

	Lagoon 380 / 2009, 4 double cabins, 2 single cabins, 2 heads Lagoon 40 / 2020, 4 double cabins, 2 single cabins, 4 heads	Low 6.580€ / Mid 7.500€ / High 7650€ Low 8.000€ / Mid 10.000 € / High 10.200 €
Price for private tuition (this course is not available to individuals)	Lagoon 42 / 2020, 4 double cabins, 1 single cabin, 4 heads, 1 WC Fountaine Pajot Astrea 42 / 2021, 4 double cabins, 2 single cabins, 4 heads Lagoon 46 / 2023, 4 double cabins, 2 single cabins, 4 heads	Low 9.240€ / Mid 12.000 € / High 12.200 € Low 9.440 € / Mid 12.200 € / High 12.440 € Low 10.930 € / Mid 14.900 € / High 15.065 €
	Low season Before May 19th & After Sep 29th Mid season May 19th to June 30th & Sep 1st to Sep 29th High season June 30th to Sep 1st

NEXT STEPS POST-RYA CATAMARAN TRAINING

Upon completion of the RYA Catamaran Training course, you will receive a personalized full debrief from your instructor, who will offer guidance on your subsequent steps.

Typically, the natural progression after the Competent Crew course involves undertaking the Day Skipper theory course, followed by the Day Skipper practical course.
The Day Skipper course marks the initial stage in becoming a qualified yacht skipper. The journey of expanding your knowledge and accruing experience in the yachting realm is an ongoing process. Following sufficient experience as a Day Skipper, the logical progression is often towards the RYA Coastal Skipper course, acting as a precursor to pursuing Yachtmaster Coastal or offshore preparation and exams for attaining professional qualifications.
For further details on the RYA Scheme, you can refer to the official RYA Website at www.rya.org.uk.

What’s Included

Training by certified & experienced RYA instructors
Bed linen & towels
Course material available
V.A.T

What’s not included

Cost of provisions, drinks & meals ashore for group and instructor
Cost of transfers and flights to/from our base
Mooring fees
Catamaran fuel

Highlights

RYA Competent Crew or Day Skipper Certificate
Students – instructor ratio 5:1
A minimum of 100 N.M
A minimum of 6 Saronic / Aegean destinations
Experience night sail
Crystal clear water anchorages
Local cuisine & culture
Combine training with holidays