Program
Understanding nautical terms and vessel nomenclature including sails and rigging;
Working with ropes and knots;
Fire safety on board and firefighting;
Personal safety equipment;
Man overboard procedures;
Emergency equipment;
Meteorology;
Seasickness management;
Navigation and steering;
Participation in onboard tasks;
Maritime etiquette and onboard behavior;
Collision regulations at sea;
Dinghy handling.
:: After the course you should:
Become a competent and active crew member on board.
Know how to respond to your skipper’s orders and assist in yacht maneuvers.
Enjoy sailing more and feel confident and comfortable on board.
Price
Standard
VAT Included
- 5 Full Days
- Residential Option
- Meals Onboard
- Max. 5 students
- Private cabin
- Sleeping & Cleaning Fee
Premium
VAT Included
- 5 Full Days
- Residential Option
- Meals on Board
- Max. 3 Students
- Private Cabin
- Sleeping & Cleaning Fee
+ Sleeping & Cleaning Fee: 30€ (required when sleeping onboard in Standard Courses)
+ Bed Clothing: 19€ (no towels) | 24€ (with towels) (required if you don't bring your own sleeping bag)
+ HH Wet Weather Gear: 29€ (5 days)
+ Parking: 29€ (5 days)
+ Extra Days on board: 50€ (1 person) | 75€ (2 persons) (per night)
+ Extra Books: 10 € (logbook) ) | 26€ (2 Book Pack)
STANDARD vs PREMIUM Courses
Requirements
This is a beginner-level course, so no prerequisites are required.
The minimum age to attend a RYA course at West Caost is 14 years old. All underaged must be accompanied on boar by and adult attending and enrolled in the same course Contact us for more information.
To obtain certification, 5 days of sailing are required. This can be completed in 5 consecutive days (Monday to Friday) or across 2 weekends (e.g., one full weekend and one extended weekend of 3 days from Friday to Sunday).
Duration
Two calendar formats are available:
5 consecutive days, Monday to Friday
"Split Weekend" across 2 consecutive weekends (1st weekend Saturday+Sunday and 2nd weekend a 3-day extended weekend from Friday to Sunday)
If you have previously completed "RYA Start Yachting" you can reach the Competent Crew level with 3 additional sailing days.
Yachts
Dufour 382 Grand Large "PEARL" or "TRITON I"
or
Dufour 382 Grand Large "EASY"
(3 cabins)
Locations
Oeiras Marina provides quick access to high-quality waters, with modern facilities to support sailing, including restaurants, shops, changing rooms, security, and parking.
Its location at the entrance of the Tagus River allows sailing in open waters with clear seas or more sheltered waters of the Tagus.
Proximity to Cascais and Belém, as well as easy access to destinations like Sesimbra, is an additional advantage.
Class Courses
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