Sailing workshop in Getxo

Departures will take place in the morning (10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.) or in the afternoon (4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.), depending on the time of year.



In general, we prioritize the afternoon part, since it usually offers better wind conditions: solar heating generates an increase in the breeze, with the Northeast wind predominating, ideal for sailing. However, we adjust the schedule according to the season, always making sure that afternoon sessions do not coincide with dusk.



Day 1 — Basic control and port trust.



Objectives of the day:

- Familiarize yourself with the boat and its systems.

- Gain safety in basic port maneuvers.

- Understand the relationship between course, wind and trim.

- Introduce basic safety procedures.



Welcome and preparation:

- Presentation of the boat.

- Review of security elements.

- Distribution of roles on board.

- Weather briefing and departure planning



Maneuvers in port:

- Engine start and control

- Side and pointed docking.

- Undock with wind and current.

- Maneuvers in tight spaces.

- Correct use of fenders and capes.



Navigation and trimming:

- Identification of directions.

- Basic fit for Major and Genoa.

- Navigation at different angles to the wind.

- Boat balance and shore control.



Basic security:

- Male water procedure (introduction).

- Crew communication and coordination.

- Roof safety regulations.



Final debriefing:

- Review of maneuvers performed.

- Common errors and how to correct them.

- Exchange of experiences and doubts.



Day 2 — Advanced maneuvering and efficient navigation.



Objectives of the day:

- Improve precision in maneuvers.

- Navigate with greater autonomy.

- Learn to react to wind changes.

- Introduce advanced safety maneuvers.



Preparing for the exit:

- Basic meteorological interpretation.

- Short route planning.

- Stowage and security review.



Maneuvers in port:

- Cross-wind maneuvers.

- Use of spring and rotation control.

- You dock with greater precision.

- Skip-crew coordination.



Navigation and trimming:

- Optimization of the trimming according to wind intensity.

- Tight, across and stern.

- Use of the car and escorts.

- Ship balance and speed.



Navigational safety:

- Take curls.

- Stay on the sidelines.

- Quartering candles.

- Introduction to anchoring.



Special maneuvers:

- Man in the water under sail.

- Controlled twists and turns.



Final debriefing:

- Analysis of decisions taken during navigation.

- Individual evaluation of progress.

- Practical advice and resolution of doubts.



Day 3 — Autonomy, judgment and full navigation.



Objectives of the day:

- Integrate all the knowledge acquired.

- Navigate with greater autonomy and judgment.

- Simulate real navigation situations.

- Consolidate trust on board.



Complete trip planning:

- Applied meteorological reading.

- Choice of course and strategy.

- Preparing the ship before setting sail.

- Safety checklist.



Maneuvers in port:

- Maneuvers with minimal assistance.

- Resolution of unforeseen situations.

- Fine speed and inertia control.



Advanced navigation:

- Navigation by references and direction.

- Fine adjustment of candles.

- Adaptation to changes in wind and sea.

- Crew management and task sharing.



Safety and Emergencies:

- Combined safety maneuvers.

- Sailing mooring.

- Management of common incidents.

- Priorities and decision-making.



Supervised free browsing:

- The students will assume the governance of the boat.

- Real simulation of a complete output.



Closing of the intensive:

- Personalized evaluation.

- Recommendations for continuing to evolve.

- Space to share experiences, tricks and anecdotes.

- Final conclusions and next steps as a navigator.