Frequently asked questions
RYA
We have put together a list of questions and answers
Logistics
Each participant is responsible for organising transport to and from the training location: Kavala. The most commonly used options are car and plane to Thessaloniki with transfer to Kavala. When car-pooling options are available, we will post them on the communication channels related to the event.
Weather-related essentials: wind stuff, rain stuff, cold stuff.
Non-marking footwear (2 pairs), shoes that can be worn in the water, toiletries, sun hat, sunglasses and sunscreen, shorts, t-shirts, swimsuit, casual evening wear, a warm sweater for night sailing, sailing gloves (optional), 12V charging cable for mobile phone (car charger). For courses in April, May and October, warmer clothing is recommended. Only compact luggage, no trolleys, no suitcases!
The marina in Kavala is able to provide secure car parking during your week's internship.
PRACTICE
There won’t be an exam. The instructor constantly evaluates each participant over the practice week and there will be a final feedback session at the end. Our practice format is designed to ensure that, by the end of the week, you’ll realize on your own what your level is.
8 hours
Morning session from 09:00 - 13:00
Lunch break between 13:00 - 14:30
Afternoon session from 14:30 - 18:30
After confirming your place, you will receive the course support by email, which we encourage you to go through.
The instructors are Royal Yachting Association accredited. Their details HERE
Typical charter boats, suitable for school activities, from 38 ft. to 45 ft.
Each crew consists of 5 students and 1 instructor. Each boat has a minimum of 3 double cabins. In the absence of prior arrangements, cabin spots are drawn by lot.
The itinerary takes into account each day's practice programme and weather conditions. You will most likely be in a new location each evening. The itinerary is not a typical tourist itinerary.
Alcohol is not allowed on RYA courses. Only soft drinks are allowed on board.
The programme can be found here:
- 5 days of theory and practice with one of Aegeas Yachting Club Kavala's RYA trainers
- Accommodation on the school boat
- Breakfast and snacks
- Boat rental and associated costs (diesel/marine/end-leaning/sheets)
- RYA Day Skipper / RYA Competent Crew Certification
- Feedback sessions and personal counselling
- Necessary documentation in electronic/physical format.
There are people like you, sailing enthusiasts, who want to go sailing with family and friends, who wish they could rent a boat on their own.
Knowledge of English is compulsory. Sailing terminology is in English compulsory.
Sunday - boarding and briefing, around 18:00
Friday - final feedback and licence issuing sessions. Check out around 14:00
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Most students opt for HOPIntensive practice session for beginners and intermediate level:
- to really understand what sailing is about,
- to consolidate knowledge,
- to practise-exercise-exercise-exercise
- to go further in this field, especially if your aim is to become a charter skipper.
In some cases, yes. Check out HOP practice plan, available HERE: if you're confident you can handle what's listed there, you can sign up for HOPA. Or give us a call and we'll talk. Keep in mind that the HOPA reworks too little of the HOP elements, so it's more efficient to be on the same level as other students.
There is very little cooking on board as time is dedicated to practice! The price includes light breakfast and snacks. Lunch and dinner are served at local tavernas, according to each student's preferences.
Any previous sailing experience is a personal plus.
People who already have an internationally recognised sailing licence do not need to obtain a new licence. Of real value to them are the HOP and HOPA practice modules.
It is possible, but there is a wide range of drugs and alternative remedies available in pharmacies. The instructor can give you recommendations if necessary.
95% of locations have cellular coverage, including 4G.
In most marinas we can connect to 220. A 12V circuit is available on board (car sockets).
Each boat has at least one toilet.
The boats are equipped with showers and there is hot water.
No. It is however necessary to specify this at the safety briefing.
If your question is not listed above, please contact us either on [email protected] or by phone on 073CAPETAN
All our trainers at CAPETAN.club are RYA Yachtmaster certified
undergo extensive training sessions and over time succeed in creating skippers we can be proud of and recommend to carry our name forward. Not only do we train competent skippers who can get you safely from A to B, but we also work with people you will enjoy spending time with, who are there for you throughout the week, able to understand and meet your needs.
All Capetan certified skippers that will be part of your sailing holiday have undergone extensive training during Hands On Practice Training and Hands On Practice Advanced Training ; all have at least 2000 miles as skipper in private or fleet events; are ICC and RYA certified, with a planned continuous qualification. As we say, sailing is a language that requires lifelong learning.
At Capetan, we are proud to be part of your holiday and we are delighted to be at your service. Our skippers represent us and all that we have invested in them, no wonder we are Capetan Club - Skippers' Elite.