Advanced Sailing Courses: take your skills to the next level

March 7, 2025

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Sailing is an exciting activity that combines adventure, technique and a deep respect for the sea. If you are already experienced in sailing, but want to improve your skills and knowledge, refresher courses are an excellent option. In this article, we will explore the benefits of these courses, what to expect from them and some popular options.

1. Why take a refresher course?

The advanced sailing courses are fully practical courses that are designed to help sailors acquire sailing techniques to generate automatisms and confidence in the student. Some reasons to consider one are:

Skills Improvement: You will learn specific techniques such as docking, maneuvering, navigation in different weather conditions, to crew management in challenging conditions.
Safety: Safety at sea is paramount. A refresher course will teach you how to handle emergency situations and make calm and considered decisions.
Certification: Some courses combine practice and theory. They offer recognized certifications that can be useful if you want to work in the nautical sector or rent boats. This is unfortunately not the case for Spanish qualifications.

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2. What to expect from a refresher course?

Advanced courses may vary in length and content, but generally include:

Theory: Classes on meteorology, electronic navigation, and route planning. You will learn to interpret nautical charts and use modern tools.
Practical: The practical part is fundamental. You will have the opportunity to apply what you have learned in a real environment, at sea. The ideal is to take the course on a coast that allows you to practice all the techniques that you will later use on board.
Evaluation: Some courses include exams or practical evaluations to ensure that you have acquired the necessary skills.

3. Types of advanced training courses

There are different types of courses to suit your needs and level of experience: We divide them into courses to improve crew or skipper skills. Sailing in family, coastal or oceanic waters.

4. Where to find advanced training courses

Sailing Schools: Some sailing schools offer advanced programs. Investigate options in your area or in popular sailing destinations.
Nautical Organizations: Schools approved by the Royal Yachting Association (RYA) offer internationally recognized courses.

Conclusion

Advanced sailing courses are a valuable investment for any sailor looking to improve their skills and increase their confidence at sea. Whether you are looking for safety, certification or simply want to enjoy your passion for sailing more, there is a course that is right for you. Don’t hesitate to take the next step and take your sailing experience to the next level!

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Iván Pérez-Gándaras

CEO Julio Verne Naútica | + posts

Iván Pérez-Gándaras es CEO de Julio Verne Náutica y el principal Director del Centro de Formación RYA de la compañía. Su vasta trayectoria está cimentada en las máximas cualificaciones náuticas como Capitán de Yate sin límites, Patrón de Altura STCW95 y RYA Yachtmaster Offshore con endorsement commercial. Acumula más de 20.000 millas oceánicas en deliveries y travesías transatlánticas, además de 30.000 millas en expediciones científicas, incluyendo la Antártida y Terranova.

Formador desde 1993 e instructor de titulaciones náuticas desde 2009, su trayectoria combina una sólida base técnica con una experiencia práctica excepcional. Licenciado en Biología marina por la Universidade de Santiago de Compostela y Campeón del Mundo de Vela Ligera (1989), su perspectiva única garantiza que los artículos, la formación y los servicios de chárter de Julio Verne Náutica se impartan con el mayor nivel de rigor técnico y pasión por el mar.

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