Sailing workshop in Getxo

Sailing workshop in Getxo on board a boat.

The goal of these 3 outings is for you to gain real confidence and solid experience on board. Each day is designed so that you can put into practice, under different sea and wind conditions, the essential maneuvers to steer a boat safely and autonomously.

What will we do in each session?

- Maneuvers in port: We will practice mooring and undocking, as well as maneuvers in small spaces, so that you feel safe from the first minute.

- Trimming and heading: You will learn to adjust the sails correctly according to the wind and course, improving your control and efficiency.

- Safety in navigation: We will train maneuvers such as curling, hanging on the sails, quartering the sails or anchoring the sail, with special emphasis on acting quickly and judiciously.

- Planning and decision-making: We will share knowledge about meteorology, voyage planning, stowage, and we will review together the essential safety elements before setting sail.

- Shared experience: At the end of each outing, we will share tricks, anecdotes and good times, because you also learn by listening and sharing experiences with other sailors.

Plan

Departures will take place from 16:00 to 20:00. This time zone has been strategically selected since, during the afternoon, wind conditions are usually more favorable than in the morning. Solar heating generates an increase in the breeze, with the Northeast wind predominating, ideal for sailing.

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:

- Trimming optimization 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.

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Other information

This course is taught in spanish. You must have a sufficient level of this language to be able to follow the course.

Methodology:

- 100% practical training.

- Small groups.

- Rotation of roles on board.

- Learning based on real situations.

- Continuous correction and feedback throughout the navigation.

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Boat details

A safe and comfortable boat. This is a Jeanneau Sun Odissey 40.30, built in France by the renowned Jeanneau shipyard and designed by Daniel Andrieu, a naval architect with extensive experience. The hull is made of fiberglass and the deck is made of Burmese teak.

The ship features a modern and elegant interior design. The cabins and common areas are decorated with high-quality materials, creating a sophisticated and welcoming atmosphere.

The cabins are spacious and comfortable, as are the common areas where guests can relax and enjoy their time on board.

Equipped with state-of-the-art navigation and safety systems, the sailboat ensures a safe and worry-free journey.

For day trips, it can accommodate 11 passengers plus the skipper. For weekly groups, however, it can accommodate 6 crew members in 3 double cabins. In the saloon there is a table that can be converted into a bed, which the skipper uses for his overnight stay.

Specifications

Model: Jeanneau - SUN oDISSEY 40.3
Daytime capacity: 11 spots
Length: 12.00 m
Cabins: 3
Year: 2006
Bathrooms: 1

Features

GPS
Life jackets
VHF
Sounding line
Electric windlass
Autopilot
Wind equipment
EPIRB
Tender
Shower
Bimini

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