Intensive Training Week 03-10.05

INTENSIVE TRAINING WEEK, 03.05.2025-10.05.2025

EVENT DETAILS

Become a better sailor in a week! If you’re an active and intermediate level sailor with a desire to increase your knowledge and expand your comfort zone, this event is for you! Are you up for the challenge?
The aim of the first day of training is to get everyone in sync with the yacht and establish what needs to be done to execute clean manoeuvres and sail smoothly. To do so, all 4 crew members will be involved in sailing the yacht simultaneously and will alternate positions assisting one another.

During the next days and depending on wind condition and crew competences, we will train in pairs, rotating between pairs regularly. One person will be helming and trimming the mainsail while the other will be trimming the foresail (jib and/or spinnaker). All manoeuvres will be executed during a windward/leeward course i.e. tacking, hoisting the spinnaker, gybing, unfurling the jib, dousing the spinnaker. Then they will rest while the other pair will take their place. Every time a pair sails the yacht, they will alternate positions from their last session. During the sessions, your skipper will be providing all the necessary input to you securing safety and seaworthiness throughout the training.

Depending on yacht availability, this event will be held with the JPK 39 FC or the Beneteau First 36.

NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS

This event is aimed towards sailors that have adequate sailing experience in various wind and sea states and are looking to increase their knowledge on various topics in an intense environment. It is definitely not an event for beginners or sailors with little experience. The event will only take place if there are 4 participants. These and the skipper will share the accommodation plan which includes 3 double cabins. A full galley, heads with hot water are also available. Before the event, a group chat will be set up to provide final details and answer any questions. To date, there are 4 available spots.

WHEN & WHERE

The yacht charter begins and ends at Olympic Marine near Lavrion about 30km from the Athens airport. Check-in is on Saturday May 3rd at 17:00. On the next morning we will start our training returning to Olympic Marine in the afternoon. The same schedule will be held on each day. In extreme weather conditions, our home port might be adjusted. Our check-out is on Saturday May 10th at 09:00. Return flights can be arranged after that.

Typical wind conditions for the season are between 10 to 20 knots, while max temperatures vary between 24 and 28 Celsius.

COST

Per person the cost is 1,950 CHF. If you are a returning client, or referred to by Sailbox or Segelschule Thunersee, the cost is 1,850 CHF. This includes:

Yacht charter (full set of sails, linen, towels, final cleaning)
Charter deposit insurance
Hands-on training on helming, sail trim, sail changes and manoeuvres
Skipper/Instructor fees

Each participant should also account for:

Around 130€ towards the “bord kasse” which should be enough to cover diesel-water top up, marina fees and supermarket costs for breakfasts and lunches on board. Skippers are exempt from "bord kasse"
Food and drinks plus travel to and from Athens
It is customary that skippers' dinners are paid by the crew

CANCELLATION

The penalty for cancellation is 50% of the fee if you cancel by April 3rd, otherwise 100%. If you cancel and your spot is filled by someone else, your fee will be returned.

RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY

Participation is conditional on providing a signed copy of the Release and Waiver of Liability Agreement here

CLOTHING

All participants are required to wear adequate clothing depending on the weather conditions. Foul weather gear, sailing shoes, sailing gloves, hats, sunscreen are essential. If you might get cold at night, bring your sleeping bag.

NOTES

The language spoken on board the yacht is English
Basic boat rules to be adhered by all participants
- During the event, keeping the yacht and all its communal areas clean and tidy is the responsibility of all participants
- All participants will respect others privacy
- Alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs will not be consumed while at sea. While not underway, alcoholic beverages may be consumed, provided they do not hinder the participants’ seamanship
- Failure to comply with the above rules or failure to adhere to the skippers recommendations, may result in the skipper ending your participation at his discretion
For your safety and well-being, medical conditions should be disclosed to the skipper prior to the event so that they can be relayed to medical personnel in case of injury or communication inability
If you are concerned of seasickness, you should consult with your doctor
It is recommended you have adequate travel and accident insurance

HOW TO REGISTER

Registration is open and your spot is reserved when you have transferred 50% of the event fee to the bank details that will be emailed to you. The remainder of the fee is due on March 3rd. Please fill in the Registration Form and we will contact you with the next steps.