catamaran sailing course croatia

Croatia Sailing Academy

The best sailing school in Croatia

Join Croatia Saling Academy: Professional skipper course

Catamaran Sailing Course

From 600,00  € per person

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*Prior experience & licence is required!

• 12.04.-16.04. 03.05.-07.05. 24.05.-28.05.
• License “C”
• Professional instructor
• Start and finish in Pula
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Catamaran Sailing Course Objectives

Croatia Sailing Academy is an academy for skippers that offers an intensive course that provides the knowledge needed for a safe stay on board as a skipper for both professional and private purposes. The academy provides theoretical and practical knowledge. Candidates who meet the criteria of the academy receive a Croatia Sailing Academy Skipper certificate, which CSA Team members, as a such, place on the market during the summer seasons.

The aim of the course, lasting 4 days, is to enable the candidate, through theory and practice, to independently, confidently and safely operate a vessel in accordance with the license he/she has, after passing the exam. Also, participants will be introduced to the way of communication with guests and how to solve potential problems both with the ship and with the guests.

The program is implemented 24 hours a day, over 4 days. During the course, the participants live on the ship in the presence of the skipper-instructor and simulate real situations that may occur during their stay on board.

The catamaran course is intended for all professionals who want to learn to operate a catamaran or to confirm their existing knowledge. This course is intended for professional skippers and can be used as a good preparation and foundation before the start of the summer season.

What we will teach you during the course?

Manoeuvring the ship:.

• Tying the ship, stern and side
• Departure from the mooring, on the island and between other vessels
• Approach to the dock, stern and bow
• Anchoring with different techniques
• Tying the mooring buoy
• Anchoring in the raft

Navigation skills:

• Meteorology
• Knowing and working on the map
• Navigation plan and course determination
• Work on navigation instruments
• All day sailing

Skipper's skills:

• The rights, responsibilities and duties of the skipper
• Trimming of sailboats
• Navigation in difficult sailing conditions
• Preparing the ship for sailing
• Familiarization with navigation rules
• Check-in, check-out of the ship
• Communication with guests

Solving mechanical problems:

• Familiarization with the main characteristics of the drive system
• Engine and drive system control
• The most common problems on ship systems and how to solve them
• The most common sailing problems and their solutions
• Work on the anchor winch
• Avoiding the most common ship damage
• Inspection and placement of first aid on board
• Most common injuries and ways to avoid them
• Providing first aid
• Safety at sea
• Daily practical work with a VHF radio station

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White Wake Sailing

RYA sailing school in Croatia

As a certified RYA sailing school and training centre, White Wake Sailing offers the whole range of RYA sailing courses, from Competent Crew all the way to Yachtmaster Ocean.

– Have you never been on a boat before, but feel like trying to sail?

– Or maybe you have crewed on other sailing boats and now you would like to become a skipper?

– Have you got your skipper license already, but wish to learn more and get more experience?

At White Wake Sailing we have a course for every level, so you can learn to sail in beautiful Croatia!

Our practical courses take place in Croatia, with our base set in Marina Kremik, Primosten (Croatia), just 30 min drive from the international airport of Split. With regards to the theory part, we run a shorebased centre in Vienna (Austria), and in Milano (Italy), and you can also do most theory courses online!

Our instructors have sailed and taught for thousands of miles and hold a variety of high level qualifications from the Royal Yachting Association (RYA) .  This is possibly the best and most respected sailing organisation in the world.

As an RYA sailing school, at White Wake Sailing we know that learning to sail can be a bit stressful at the beginning. We follow a strict ‘ no-shouting’ policy, so you can feel comfortable and at ease right from the start. You can then learn to sail without stress and at your own pace.

And at the end of an intense sailing day, we do our best to find some time for a swim in the Croatian crystal clear waters. With so many islands and bays to choose from, we are never away from a beautiful spot to drop our anchor. And what best than to celebrate a great sailing day with a cold drink in your hand under the sky? The chirping of crickets will be the only sound to gently accompany you to a well-deserved restoring sleep.

What we offer

Sailing courses

The full range of RYA theory and practical courses, from Competent Crew all the way up to Yachtmaster Ocean Learn to sail or improve your skills in the beautiful setting of the Croatian archipelago

Private tuition

An active holiday with your family or friends. By far our most popular and rewarding experience. Boat and instructor exclusively for you, with a tailored program to fit your needs

Offshore cruises

Whether with us or a one of our selected partners, in Croatia or across the Atlantic, choose from one of various itineraries to see new places, build miles or experience offshore sailing

Why choose White Wake Sailing

Full six days of sail training with passionate and competent RYA instructors, onboard a safe and modern yacht

Unforgettable experience, intense and rewarding, sailing among the Croatian islands and their clear waters

No stress! Learn in a friendly, fun atmosphere, develop your seamanship skills and make new friends for life

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Center of Sailing

Sailing school in croatia, our courses.

RYA Competent Crew course

Learn to sail! Thinking about sailing but don't know how to start? The RYA Competent crew course is a perfect fit for you.

• Intermediate

RYA Day Skipper course

Skipper a yacht! Are you considering upgrading your sailing skills and taking friends and family on a cruise? The RYA Day Skipper course is an excellent choice for you.

RYA Day Skipper Fast Track

Get your skipper certificate fast! Are you considering starting sailing and becoming a certified skipper as quickly as possible? The RYA Day Skipper Fast Track course aims to do just that.

RYA Coastal Skipper course

Boost your skippering! Do you want to enhance your skippering skills to sail by day and night safely? The RYA Coastal Skipper is an excellent course for you.

RYA VHF – SRC Marine Radio

Learn to use a VHF radio! Do you want to learn how to use a marine radio and why it is an essential part of safety equipment on a yacht? RYA VHF – SRC marine radio is an ideal course for you.

Refreshers of RYA courses

Strengthen your sailing skills! Has it been a while since you sailed and did your Competent Crew or Day Skipper courses? Do you need more practice before taking a yacht on your own for a cruise?

Sailing School

We organise sailing courses for all knowledge levels – beginners, advanced, cruising, skippers and custom made courses.

Our Advantages

Brand new yacht for RYA courses

We’re the only RYA Training Centre in Croatia that offers RYA courses on a brand-new, modern sailing yacht. Our Dehler 38 SQ – Blue Eye – is a true performance cruiser – lightning fast but also comfortable.

Cosy, fast, safe

Performance sails and a sporty line allow her to sail well even on light wind. The spacious cockpit enables the crew to sail actively and enjoy while at anchor.

Inside are three double cabins, a cosy saloon, a dining table, a chart table, and a kitchen with a sink, a stove, and a fridge. Also, there’s a bathroom with a toilet and a shower. All of this, along with brand-new safety equipment, make her an enjoyable yacht for learning sailing.

20% off when you charter with us

After you successfully finish the RYA Day Skipper or RYA Coastal Skipper course with us, we’ll give you a 20% discount on your first charter * .

Charter fleet with superb support

You can choose from our fleet of 10 Beneteau Firsts 35 and enjoy your first cruise on your own in a familiar area. 

Our technical staff will prepare a yacht for you impeccably, and our RYA instructors, whom you met during your course, will assist you with the check-in.

All of them will be available for you to call and consult during your cruise and give you the best tips on route planning, weather, interesting spots to visit etc.

*You’ll also need an RYA VHF-SRC Marine radio certificate to be able to charter a yacht in Croatia and other countries worldwide

Stunning sailing area

Croatia is the biggest nautic tourism destination in the world because of its stunning Adriatic sea with more than a thousand islands, perfect wind conditions, picturesque Mediterranean stone-paved villages, ancient Greek and Roman towns, excellent food and great nautical infrastructure.

Two national parks

Our location is in the village of Jezera , on the island of Murter, in the middle of the Adriatic – famous for its steady sea breeze.

We sail in between two national parks – Kornati archipelago and Krka river waterfalls – with many islands and bays perfect for swimming in the crystal clear azure sea in between.

The bridge connects the island of Murter with the mainland, and this heart of ancient Dalmatia is just a short drive away from two airports – Zadar and Split.

British Royal Yachting Association’s (RYA) training scheme is the world’s biggest, best and most reputable yachting training scheme. With more than 50 years of tradition, the RYA offers more than 100 courses – from beginner to professional level – through 2.400 recognised training centres in 58 countries. Each year, more than 270.000 people learn how to sail on sailing yachts or dinghies, operate a powerboat, motor yacht or jet ski, surf and race on the RYA courses. More than 25.000 professional RYA instructors deliver the RYA courses, and the RYA publishes more than 100 publications to support its courses. Also, over 25.000 professionals working on commercial vessels worldwide have RYA Certificates of Competence. The RYA certificates for recreational and professional boaters are recognised and accepted worldwide. With the RYA Day Skipper or the RYA Coastal Skipper certificate and a VHF – SRC Marine Radio certificate, you’ll be able to charter a sailing yacht in Croatia and most countries worldwide. Center of Sailing is an RYA recognised training centre.

1. Internationally recognised and accepted certificates, 2. Quality educational materials and methods, 3. Professional instruction by trained instructors, 4. Specific goals and training for each level of the program, 5. Special students discounts on chartering one of the boats in our fleet

First, you join the RYA Competent Crew course to learn sailing, knots and basic seamanship. Then you follow with a Day Skipper Theory course and a Day Skipper (practical) course to start sailing on your own. The RYA Day Skipper certificate, accompanied by the RYA VHF – SRC Marine Radio certificate, is the minimum requirement to charter a yacht in Croatia and worldwide. The RYA Coastal Skipper course is the next step if you want to sail day and night on longer coastal and offshore passages. It also puts an excellent foundation for the RYA/MCA Yachtmaster(TM) qualifications. 

We offer the RYA Competent Crew (practical) course, the RYA Day Skipper Theory course, the RYA Day Skipper (practical) course, the RYA VHF – SRC Marine Radio course, the RYA Coastal Skipper course. We also offer a Day Skipper Fast Track program and refreshers of RYA courses. After successfully completing these courses, students get awarded the appropriate RYA certificate. The RYA certificates for recreational and professional boaters are recognised and accepted worldwide. With the RYA Day Skipper or the RYA Coastal Skipper certificate and a VHF – SRC Marine Radio certificate, you’ll be able to charter a sailing yacht in Croatia and most countries worldwide.

Center of Sailing is an RYA recognised training centre, which means we comply with the high standards of the RYA training scheme. Our RYA instructors are trained professionals who did most of the RYA courses they now teach. The equipment of our yacht and the way we operate comply with RYA’s strict safety standards, and we must pass an RYA inspection every year. The RYA licences us to run the RYA courses following a structured program accompanied by all necessary handbooks and training materials published by the RYA. The RYA also authorises us to issue the RYA certificates for successful students after the courses. To enable our students to expand and broaden their sailing skills, we also offer non-RYA courses – Sail Faster! and mile-building Dubrovnik Adventure.

Warm weather: hats, sunglasses, sunscreen, shorts, T-shirts, swimwear, non-marking deck shoes or trainers, flip flops (only on land), spare set of clothing. Cold weather: lightweight jacket, fleece, hoodie, comfortable trousers, non-marking deck shoes or trainers, sailing boots, waterproof sailing jacket and trousers, warm underwear, and a spare set of clothing.  Special sailing gear: We strongly advise taking a pair of good-fitting sailing gloves. Here are some brands and stores where you can find sailing gear: Decathlon, Gill – Sailing Point, Musto, Helly Hansen, Slam, Henri Lloyd. Please use soft foldable bags because of the limited storage on board. In case you can’t avoid a hard-shelled trolley we have some storage place in our office. Please take all the medicines (prescription and non-prescription) needed for the whole course duration.

No, our sailing yachts are equipped with all required safety equipment, including liferaft, self-inflatable lifejackets and harness lines.

The course, Instructor, Accommodation in shared cabins – single-use of cabins available, Free unlimited wi-fi on board, Fuel, Cooking gas, Final cleaning, Docking fees in the base marina – ACI Jezera, Bed sheets, Covers, Duvets, Pillows, Pillowcases, Towels (beach towels included), Cleaning utensils, Kitchen towels, Bathroom soap, Mosquito repellent, Plates, glasses, cups, cutlery, Tourist tax, VAT. Additionally, for the RYA courses: RYA Instructor, RYA course materials and handbooks, RYA certificates - after successful completion of the course, RYA log books with mileage signed in. Not Included: Flights and travel costs, Travel and medical insurance, Docking/buoy fees in other marinas/bays, Food & drinks – for the crew and the instructor

Food & drinks, for the crew and the instructor, Docking/buoy fees in other marinas/bays, Flights and travel costs, Travel and medical insurance

Depending on the course booked, the yachts are equipped with 2, 3 or 4+1 cabins and (1 or 4 toilets with sinks, mirrors and hot water showers). The kitchen includes the most important – a fridge, sink, two gas cooking rings and a small oven.   Offshore there are 12 VOLT and USB chargers for computers and phones. 220 Volt power is available only when docked in a marina or port. Since our routes are sometimes out of the coverage of telephone networks, there may be interruptions in communication.

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The best way to spend your vacation in Croatia is a combination of relaxation and active holidays by participation in one of the programs which our sailing school organizes.

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We are proud that Ultra Sailing School has been teaching sailing since 1995 . We have educated more than 1500 new sailors, so it is safe to say that we are the most experienced sailing school in Croatia!  We provide top quality sailing courses and deliver international ISPA certificates .

Our school offers several types of programs: 

• COMPETENT CREW COURSE of the Sailing School is performed on 27ft-35ft boats , simple for handling and ideal for the first encounter with sailing and gaining the first sailing experience . The program consists of theoretical and practical classes.
• DAY SKIPPER SAIL COURSE  is what you need to be able to charter a boat by yourself. It is designed to make you gain experience at sea during a 6-day sailing cruise. This n avigation course is held on 36ft to 51ft Beneteau sailing boats, depending on weather conditions and number of participants. You enter a new dimension of your sailor journey and experience , night navigation, sailing in all conditions, cooking on board, navigation safety, leaving and entering port, setting anchor and everything you need for future independent sailing and cruising. Competent Crew certificate or proof of corresponding sailing level is required to access this course.
• COASTAL NAVIGATOR COURSE This course has specific attention to navigation and ground knowledge of all navigational aids we need to safely navigate the boat in unfamiliar waters. Individual briefings will be every day after the program to discuss every situation in further detail.
• FAMILY SAILING COURSE  is ideal for spending active time with your family . These courses are less intensive than the basic program but offer a great first encounter with sailing . Family sailing course is held on comfortable sailing boat, starting with Beneteau Oceanis 35 , designed for a family of 4-5 with an instructor.
• DISCOVER SAILING   is a 2-4 day sailing program without theoretical classes, held on one of our Beneteau range sailing boats. In three days sailing you can experience sailing and check if this activity is for you. This program is ideal for all those who would like to spend active holidays in Split.
• SPORT CHARTER is an intensive sailing adventure in summer with a skipper. It is held on Beneteau First 36 equipped with regatta sails.

REGATTA SAILING

Participate in regattas with Croatian renowned sailors: Regatta Mrduja, the Vis regatta, Barcolana, Jabuka, Christmas Regatta….. We have prepared for you Beneteau First 36 , the famous regatta-cruiser. Equipped with modern navigation systems and regatta sails for skipper training .

We share with you our theoretical and practical knowledge and enable you to sail independently on 6-15 m long sailing boats. You will become, step by step, a sailor who respects the sea and  has confidence to operate any sailboat safely with friends and family.

Ultra sailing school is also a community. Through our programs you will get the chance to meet other sailing enthusiasts. Pleasant and like-minded company, good times at sea and sporty challenges is what makes our students come back for more, so join us! We have been here for you for three decades.

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LEARN TO SAIL IN CROATIA

Cost per person: from $5975 (monohull and catamaran courses available).

Trip costs depend on season and available yacht models. Contact us  today to share your sailing dreams and goals, desired dates and location, and let us put together a quote for you!

YOUR COURSE FEE INCLUDES:

• Private cabin onboard the newest sailboats
• Hands on training from exceptional instructors, flown in for your course
• FREE access to Nautilus’ exclusive online MASTERCLASS, with over 30+ videos, a $599 value to better help you prepare
• All food on board, apart from three evening meals ashore
• Formal ASA certification
• All textbooks, materials and international logbook
• Induction into our very own Alumni Tribe to join global trips, flotillas, sailing adventures, and custom deliveries

WHY LEARN TO SAIL IN CROATIA?

About this destination.

Croatia is one of the most famous and beautiful locations in the Mediterranean, with hundreds of islands and ancient villages that cascade down to the sea. Join us aboard a sexy new catamaran or monohull for a week as you learn how to sail and earn your ASA certifications (ASA 101, 103, 104 and 114 are offered). An amazing place to embark on your own sailing journey.

WHAT MAKES CROATIA SPECIAL?

Lying on the Adriatic see, Croatia is truly a breathtaking place to sail! We love the endless islands that dot the area and offer rocky coves, quiet beaches and sapphire waters. The steady winds make for great sailing, and at the end of the day moor in a tiny village and go ashore to sample the incredible seafood and wine the area is famous for.

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SAILING CALENDAR: WHERE AND WHEN TO SAIL

BOOKING LEAD TIMES: Trogir, Croatia

How far in advance should I book my course with Nautilus? The further in advance the better as boat and captain availability fill up well in advance.

CHALLENGING

Very difficult, sample itinerary and map.

Fly into the Split airport (airport code SPU) and catch a taxi to the UNESCO world heritage town of Trogir. Trogir is a spectacular town set on an island! Visit the old fortress, grab lunch in one of the old plazas and board the boat at 5pm. We will get situated and head in for a delicious meal in Trogir.

Do a chart briefing, systems overview and check all the equipment on the boat. After some boat drills, set sail for the island of Solta, a couple hours away. After some swimming and relaxing, do your first formal lessons aboard.

After a detailed look at engine operation and maintenance, learn how to sail! You'II learn points of sail, sail theory, and then head out to practice your sail trim. Sail down the coast to the famous town of Hvar. Get your first experience med mooring! We then hop in a water taxi to explore and grab dinner in the historic city of Hvar.

After a brief morning lesson, and our first ASA test, we once again pop the sails and set sail for the island of Vis. Tonight we stern tie to the riva (boardwalk) in Vis, and have a chance to wander the streets of this lovely old town. We love to go wine tasting in an old World War II bunker here!

This morning we head out and get a chance to sail to a remote bay for lunch, working on our sailing drills and skills along the way. After a swim and a lunch break, we sail back to Vis and pick up a mooring off the old town and head ashore for another delicious seafood meal.

Chart a course and set sail for the east end of the island of Solta, several hours away. This will be a fun passage! By this point you will be in charge of all the charting, navigation, sail trim and be the captains for this leg. Upon arrival drop the anchor in a lovely little cove, explore the beach, or go for a paddle board session.

We weigh anchor early and start the sail back towards Trogir. We will stop for an early lunch at a pristine anchorage and then do docking practice back at the marina. Friday night we will go out to celebrate all the new captains, then spend that final night on the boat.

We are off the boat by 8am and you are free to fly home, or take a couple of extra days to explore the rest of this beautiful area!

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MEET A RECENT STUDENT...

“Fabulous 7-day onboard sailing school. All the instructors are handpicked, world class, sailors with deep applied knowledge. We had only 4 students giving us plenty of hands-on time to practice skills… not just pass the written exams.

Dave Bell, our instructor for the week was a masterful teacher. He demystified all the lessons in the ASA 101, ASA 103, ASA 104, and ASA 114 text books. More importantly, he demonstrated how to operate all the mechanical systems in addition to setting sails.

I have compared notes with friends who had lesser experiences with other schools. I strongly recommend both Nautilus Sailing and Captain Dave Bell for anyone who dreams of sailing the oceans.”

LARRY, Utah (USA)

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The only way to join our tribe is to learn to sail with Nautilus.

We’re really careful to make sure that we know and trust anyone coming on one of our special trips.

Join us on flotillas, offshore deliveries, free webinars and unforgettable sailing adventures around the world. Join the Tribe.

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