Learn to Sail holidays in Greece

Learn to Sail Holidays in Greece:
Whether you require an introduction to yachting, a crewing certificate or, for those with some sailing experience, a skippers’ certificate or ICC, we can offer any of these options while aboard the lead yacht in a flotilla environment in the ideal surroundings of the southern Ionian Sea, Greece. This enables you to take part in a flotilla although you may have no experience at the start!

The climate here in the Ionian makes it a perfect environment to learn to sail; no tides, plenty of sun and consistently more constant weather.

Following the syllabus laid down by the IYT, the tuition is designed to be informal and relaxed, providing time for a lunchtime swim and some time just to relax and soak up some sun if you wish. The choice is yours.

The IYT recreational syllabus is a modular system, which offers a flexible approach to training. Most people can be brought up to an International Crew level within a week. Those with previous experience can be assessed quickly and brought up to skipper level if appropriate. If not, they may be assessed up to whichever module they have achieved, and complete the skipper training at a later date. There is no pressure. The courses are not about ‘pass or fail’, everyone learns at a different rate. The courses are designed to introduce people to sailing, to further their own knowledge and experience and, above all, enjoy themselves while doing so. The certification should be thought of as a culmination of the above, not necessarily a means to an end. In addition, we do not forget that this is your holiday.

We can cater for singles, couples, families or groups, at any level of experience.

For those wishing to participate as part of the flotilla but without the tuition options you are welcome to do this for a charge of £100 per week. In addition to this you need to budget for your yacht charter which we can arrange for you.

Course Prices:

Course / Service	Price Per Week
Introduction to Yachting	£335 - £375
International Crew Certificate	£335 - £375
Skipper Certificate	£335 - £375
Single Cabin Supplement	£125
Participate in the flotilla but without any tuition	£100 per yacht
Yacht Charter - dependent on yacht	Varies

Company Overview:
The assisted bareboat programme offers the key elements of support of a standard flotilla, without the disadvantages of being part of a large group of yachts or people. This option should appeal to both first time charterers in the Ionian and the more experienced Ionian sailor. The reassurance of an experienced ‘lead skipper’ offers not only key local knowledge, but also valuable back up if required, especially when mooring.

Numbers are limited to six yachts per week; please contact us with your dates for availability. Normal weekly turnaround is Sunday. However, if your flights/boat booking are on other days, please contact us, we may have a solution.

Here are some general point regarding our flotillas:

Although following a set route for the week (with possible alternative destinations) you are completely free to spend the day sailing as you wish, as on a bareboat charter.

The best winds in the Ionian are in the afternoon, so ABC can offer more flexibility on the times for arriving in port. Of course, the later your yacht arrives, the less the chance of a quayside berth. This is where ABC comes into its own. We may not be able to park your yacht on the quay, but with our experience of Ionian ports, we will endeavour to park you somewhere safe, usually anchored in a raft, with a shoreline. The tender will be used to go ashore.

Once in port, the evenings are your own. You may wish to socialize with others in the group, or not, that is entirely your choice. After all, it is your holiday.

Group meals, etc. will only be arranged on request.

The lead skipper will be on hand to provide local information, weather updates, and importantly to assist in mooring your yacht, especially in busier ports, leaving you to enjoy your sailing and have a relaxing holiday.

 

Contact Details Assisted Bareboat Charters First Floor 16 Vlicho, Lefkas, Greece 31084 Tel: ++30 26450 95406
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