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Advanced Solo Sailing
Flotilla Sailing
Confidence in
Rough Seas
• Level
Advanced
• Group
6 students + instructor + chef
• Upcoming Sessions
July 18–25, 2026 | Spots available: 6
August 15-22, 2026 | Spots available: 6
• Training Area
Cyclades, Greece
• Departure
Parikia Marina, Paros
• Accommodation & Food
7 nights onboard a 45–49ft monohull
Daily breakfast & lunch, water, coffee, snacks
When the horizon darkens and the wind begins to howl, will you be ready? This intensive course is designed for sailors who refuse to be caught off guard transforming anxiety into a structured, decisive response.
You will master tacking and gybing under pressure, develop the instinct to reef quickly under load, learn to deploy drogues and sea anchors, and execute man-overboard recovery.
You will train on a modern 45–49ft monohull in the Cyclades with a crew of just 6. This course is your ultimate preparation for confidently leading your vessel through challenging conditions.
Confidence in Rough Seas
• Level
Advanced
• Group
6 students + instructor + chef
• Upcoming Sessions
July 18–25, 2026 | Spots available: 6
August 15-22, 2026 | Spots available: 6
• Training Area
Cyclades, Greece
• Accommodation & Food
7 nights onboard a 45–49ft monohull
Daily breakfast & lunch, water, coffee, snacks
• Departure
Parikia Marina, Paros
When the horizon darkens and the wind begins to howl, will you be ready? This intensive course is designed for sailors who refuse to be caught off guard. We take you beyond fair-weather sailing, transforming anxiety into competence.
You will master tacking and gybing under pressure, develop the instinct to reef quickly under load, learn to deploy drogues and sea anchors, and execute man-overboard recovery.
You will train on a modern 45–49ft monohull in the Cyclades with a crew of just 6. This course is your ultimate preparation for confidently leading your vessel through challenging conditions.
Perfect
for:
> Offshore passagemakers preparing for unexpected weather
> Serious cruisers who need to be ready for anything
> ASA/ICC certified sailors looking to bridge the gap between fair-weather certification and real-world seamanship
> Aspiring professional skippers building their heavy-weather experience
What
You`ll
Learn
Master the art of helming in a big breeze
Learn the specialized techniques for safe and controlled maneuvers when wind and waves try to take command.
Make your boat smaller, faster, and safer.
Practice reefing quickly and efficiently under load, transforming challenging conditions into a manageable breeze.
Your ultimate recipe for riding out a storm
Learn when and how to deploy a drogue or sea anchor to safely stabilize your vessel and slow your drift in extreme conditions.
Your first and most important line of defense
Practice clipping on before you need to, with drills on jackline use and safe movement on a pitching deck.
The most difficult drill you'll ever practice
Learn and execute a specialized, realistic man-overboard recovery procedure under sail in high winds and rough seas.
The battle against exhaustion
Develop watch-keeping strategies and onboard routines to combat fatigue and keep your crew sharp, hydrated, and focused during prolonged heavy weather.
Audit your boat's storm-ready inventory
We'll review the essential equipment, from storm sails to emergency communications.
Your
Instructor
With over 30,000 nautical miles and hundreds of charters, Mihail combines vast experience (RYA Yachtmaster Ocean, RYA Cruising and Shorebased Navigation Instructor) with a genuine gift for teaching.
He’s the patient instructor who remembers those moments when your heart pounds in your chest and you’re afraid of making a mistake.
His superpower is explaining complex concepts simply. What this means for you: a calm, structured, patient coach beside you every step of the way. You’ll practice real maneuvers, receive daily feedback, and build confidence.
Your Instructor
With over 30,000 nautical miles and hundreds of charters, Mihail combines vast experience (RYA Yachtmaster Ocean, RYA Cruising and Shorebased Navigation Instructor) with a genuine gift for teaching.
He’s the patient instructor who remembers those moments when your heart pounds in your chest and you’re afraid of making a mistake.
His superpower is explaining complex concepts simply. What this means for you: a calm, structured, patient coach beside you every step of the way. You’ll practice real maneuvers, receive daily feedback, and build confidence.
The Area
A purposefully selected training ground
Your ultimate preparation for heavy weather starts here in the heart of the Meltemi. This intensive course is organized in July and August when this legendary wind reliably blows.
We depart from Parikia Marina in Paros and navigate the Cyclades to train in targeted winds of 25 to 35 knots, ensuring you build competence in real, challenging conditions.
The Food
Fresh Food Onboard, Local Flavors Ashore
A chef joins the experience to support the learning process, making nutrition a natural part of life on board. Before sailing, food preferences, dietary needs, and favorite dishes are shared in advance so everything can be planned accordingly.
The chef takes care of provisioning and prepares fresh daily breakfast and lunch on board, leaving more time and energy to focus on training and make the most of every hour on the water.
Each evening, we'll dine ashore at authentic, hand-picked tavernas, enjoying the region's true flavors.
The Boat
The Boat
Mid-size monohull, ideal for building skills
You will train on a modern, performance-oriented monohull, typically 45–49ft in length. These vessels are specifically chosen for their powerful, direct handling and responsive behavior in challenging seas, providing the authentic feel and feedback essential for advanced heavy weather training.
The boat image presented is for reference, depicting a typical 3-cabin layout. Depending on availability and group size, we may use vessels with 4 or even 5 cabins for this course.
The Boat
The Boat
Mid-size monohull, ideal for building skills
You will train on a modern, performance-oriented monohull, typically 45–49ft in length. These vessels are specifically chosen for their powerful, direct handling and responsive behavior in challenging seas, providing the authentic feel and feedback essential for advanced heavy weather training.
The boat image presented is for reference, depicting a typical 3-cabin layout. Depending on availability and group size, we may use vessels with 4 or even 5 cabins for this course.
The Boat
The Boat
Mid-size monohull, ideal for building skills
You will train on a modern, performance-oriented monohull, typically 45–49ft in length. These vessels are specifically chosen for their powerful, direct handling and responsive behavior in challenging seas, providing the authentic feel and feedback essential for advanced heavy weather training.
The boat image presented is for reference, depicting a typical 3-cabin layout. Depending on availability and group size, we may use vessels with 4 or even 5 cabins for this course.
The Area
The Heart of the Meltemi.
True heavy-weather competence cannot be simulated; it must be experienced. We run this course in July and August, when the legendary Meltemi winds are at their peak.
Departing from Paros (Parikia Marina), we navigate the Cyclades to target winds of 25 to 35 knots. This selected environment ensures every drill is conducted in real, challenging conditions, building the muscle memory and mental fortitude required for serious offshore sailing.
The Food
Fresh Food Onboard, Local Flavors Ashore
A chef joins the experience to support the learning process, making nutrition a natural part of life on board. Before sailing, food preferences, dietary needs, and favorite dishes are shared in advance so everything can be planned accordingly.
The chef takes care of provisioning and prepares fresh daily breakfast and lunch on board, leaving more time and energy to focus on training and make the most of every hour on the water.
Each evening, we'll dine ashore at authentic, hand-picked tavernas, enjoying the region's true flavors.
The Area
A purposefully selected training ground
Your ultimate preparation for heavy weather starts here in the heart of the Meltemi. This intensive course is organized in July and August when this legendary wind reliably blows.
We depart from Parikia Marina in Paros and navigate the Cyclades to train in targeted winds of 25 to 35 knots, ensuring you build competence in real, challenging conditions.
What people say
The Food
Fresh Food Onboard, Local Flavors Ashore
A chef joins the experience to support the learning process, making nutrition a natural part of life on board. Before sailing, food preferences, dietary needs, and favorite dishes are shared in advance so everything can be planned accordingly.
The chef takes care of provisioning and prepares fresh daily breakfast and lunch on board, leaving more time and energy to focus on training and make the most of every hour on the water.
Each evening, we'll dine ashore at authentic, hand-picked tavernas, enjoying the region's true flavors.
Trip Summary
• Level
Intermediate
• Group
6 students + instructor + chef
• Period
May - October 2026
• Location
Saronic Gulf, Greece
• Price
Saronic Gulf, Greece
Included
• 7 nights onboard a 42–46ft catamaran (shared cabins with private bathroom)
• Chef-prepared meals: daily breakfast & lunch
• Water, coffee, snacks
• Fuel
• RYA Yachtmaster Crusing Instructor
• Yacht damage waiver insurance
• Personal safety gear (life jacket & harness)
• Bed linen & towels
• Final Cleaning
Not Included
• Flights
• Airport transfers
• Personal sailing gear
• Dinners at tavernas
FAQ`S
What's next?
ADVANCED
Advanced
Solo Sailing
7-day intensive training
Thinking about pursuing a career as a skipper? Advanced Solo is designed for sailors ready to master short-handed and single-handed sailing. You'll learn solo docking, raising sails, reefing, and emergency procedures with no backup. Build on your professional qualifications with real-world, self-reliant practice.
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