”Salty”
Fundamentals
The basic ingredients for sailors
”Salty”
Fundamentals
The basic ingredients for sailors
Essential Sailing
Skills
• Level
Beginner
• Group
6 students + instructor + chef
• Upcoming Sessions
June 13–20, 2026 | Spots available: 6
Sept 19–26, 2026 | Spots available: 6
• Training Area
Saronic Gulf, Greece
• Accommodation & Food
7 nights onboard a 45-49ft monohull /
Daily breakfast & lunch, water, coffee, snacks
• Departure
Alimos Marina, Athens
This is where your journey as a sailor truly begins. This course is your essential introduction, transforming curiosity into real, hands-on skill. We focus entirely on practical learning from the very first moment you step aboard.
You will train on a 45-49ft monohull in the sheltered Saronic Gulf, taking the helm, trimming the sails, tying essential knots, and understanding the rules of the sea in a calm environment.
You will train in a small group of just 6 crew, ensuring personalized attention. By the end, you'll have moved from guest to a capable, confident crew member, equipped with the foundational skills for any sailing adventure.
Essential Sailing
Skills
• Level
Beginner
• Group
6 students + instructor + chef
• Upcoming Sessions
June 13–20, 2026 | Spots available: 6
Sept 19–26, 2026 | Spots available: 6
• Training Area
Saronic Gulf, Greece
• Departure
Alimos Marina, Athens
• Accommodation & Food
7 nights onboard a 45-49ft monohull
Daily breakfast & lunch, water, coffee, snacks
This is where your journey as a sailor truly begins. This course is your essential introduction, transforming curiosity into real, hands-on skill. We focus entirely on practical learning from the very first moment you step aboard.
You will train on a 45-49ft monohull in the sheltered Saronic Gulf, taking the helm, trimming the sails, tying essential knots, and understanding the rules of the sea in a calm environment.
You will train in a small group of just 6 crew, ensuring personalized attention. By the end, you'll have moved from guest to a capable, confident crew member, equipped with the foundational skills for any sailing adventure.
Perfect
for:
> Complete Beginners curious about sailing
> Future Skippers laying the groundwork for their certification
> Adventure Seekers who want to add sailing to their skill set
What
You`ll
Learn
Learn the essential parts and their names.
We start with a full tour of the vessel so you can communicate and understand instructions with confidence.
Why it's vital, how to deliver it, and what to cover.
This module teaches you the structure and content of an effective safety briefing for crew. You’ll learn why each point matters, how to ensure crew attention and understanding, and the mandatory topics to include.
Learn and master the practical knots for sailing.
This module covers the essential knots for securing lines, docking, and general use on board, focusing on reliable tying and quick release.
The core skill of steering.
Learn to feel the helm, find the wind, and steer a steady, confident course.
The fundamental maneuvers.
Practice turning the boat through and with the wind until the motions become intuitive.
Managing sail power.
Learn when and how to safely reduce sail area to maintain control and comfort as the wind increases.
The vital emergency drill.
Master a clear, step-by-step procedure to recover a person from the water under power.
Putting it all together.
Use your new skills in a controlled, final exercise to approach a dock with precision.
The Boat
The Boat
Mid-size monohull, ideal for skill building
You will train on a modern 45-49ft monohull, selected for its stability and responsive handling. This industry-standard size is ideal for learning core skills in a safe and uncluttered environment, providing the perfect foundation to build confidence at sea.
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 skill building
You will train on a modern 45-49ft monohull, selected for its stability and responsive handling. This industry-standard size is ideal for learning core skills in a safe and uncluttered environment, providing the perfect foundation to build confidence at sea.
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.
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
Ideal training ground
We sail a calm and protected area with short passages between countless bays and traditional ports. This condensed geography provides maximum variety of training scenarios docking, anchoring, mooring within a minimal sailing distance.
The focus is entirely on skill acquisition thus we avoid long passages in order to dedicate all time and energy to learning.
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 Boat
Mid-size monohull: ideal for skill-building
You will train on a modern 45-49ft monohull, selected for its stability and responsive handling. This industry-standard size is ideal for learning core skills in a safe and uncluttered environment, providing the perfect foundation to build confidence at sea.
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
Ideal training ground
We sail a calm and protected area with short passages between countless bays and traditional ports. This condensed geography provides maximum variety of training scenarios docking, anchoring, mooring within a minimal sailing distance.
The focus is entirely on skill acquisition thus we avoid long passages in order to dedicate all time and energy to learning.
The Area
Ideal training ground
We sail a calm and protected area with short passages between countless bays and traditional ports. This condensed geography provides maximum variety of training scenarios docking, anchoring, mooring within a minimal sailing distance.
The focus is entirely on skill acquisition thus we avoid long passages in order to dedicate all time and energy to learning.
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
What people say
The Area
A purposefully selected training ground.
We sail a calm and protected area with short passages between countless bays and traditional ports. This condensed geography provides maximum variety of training scenarios docking, anchoring, mooring within a minimal sailing distance.
The focus is entirely on skill acquisition thus we avoid long passages in order to dedicate all time and energy to learning.
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