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Week on a catamaran in Croatia. Learn, browse and enjoy

Port of departure: Trogir, Croatia

Next departure: 24 october

1,300€
225€
213€

Maintenance, Mast Trimming and Maneuvering Course in Santa Pola

Place: Alicante, Spain

56 reviews

Next course: 23 october

225€ 213€
235€

Two Island Sailing Trip (60 miles) from Santa Pola

Place: Santa Pola, Spain

6 reviews

Next course: 21 november

235€
Cancel free up to 15 days before

From 395€

per spot

Atlantic Ocean: Mastery in sailing. Galicia. 3-day trip

Port of departure: Boiro, Spain

23 reviews

Next departure: 10 october · 1 dates available

From 395€
70€

Cruise Sailing Course in Madrid, Initiation. San Juan Reservoir

Place: Embalse de San Juan

48 reviews

Next course: 1 november · 2 dates available

70€
70€

Cruise Sailing Course in Madrid. Intermediate Level. San Juan Reservoir

Place: Embalse de San Juan

34 reviews

Next course: 25 october · 3 dates available

70€
Cancel free up to 15 days before

75€
67€

Rías Baixas: Sailing course. Coastal Navigation, Maneuvering and Trimming.

Place: Boiro, Spain

24 reviews

Next course: 17 october · 8 dates available

75€ 67€
80€

per spot

Initiation to sailing cruising along the coast of Getxo, Sopelana and Barrika

Port of departure: Getxo, Spain

3 reviews

Next departure: 17 october

80€

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Sailing course calendar

Experience	Start	Plazas		Price
Introduction to sailing in Valencia	7 Oct from 10:00 to 19:00 7 Oct 1 day	10	More information	Reserve for 350€ More information
Private sailing course in Valencia	7 Oct from 10:00 to 14:00 7 Oct 1 day	1	More information	Reserve for 250€ More information
Cruise Sailing Session (initiation) in Valencia	7 Oct from 10:00 to 14:00 7 Oct 1 day	5	More information	Reserve for 125€ More information
Introduction to sailing in Valencia	8 Oct from 10:00 to 19:00 8 Oct 1 day	10	More information	Reserve for 350€ More information
Sailing Course + Barcolana: 5 Days of Training and Regatta	From 8 Oct to 12 Oct 8 Oct 5 days	2	More information	Reserve for 550€ More information
Private sailing course in Valencia	8 Oct from 10:00 to 14:00 8 Oct 1 day	1	More information	Reserve for 250€ More information
Cruise Sailing Session (initiation) in Valencia	8 Oct from 10:00 to 14:00 8 Oct 1 day	5	More information	Reserve for 125€ More information
Sailing cruise in Santa Pola	8 Oct from 17:00 to 20:00 8 Oct 1 day	6	More information	Reserve for 40€ More information
Private one-day sailing course in Alicante	8 Oct from 17:00 to 20:00 8 Oct 1 day	6	More information	Reserve for 60€ More information
Introduction to sailing in Valencia	9 Oct from 10:00 to 19:00 9 Oct 1 day	10	More information	Reserve for 350€ More information
Sailing Workshop from Denia - Conquer your Fears	From 9 Oct to 11 Oct 9 Oct 3 days	2	More information	Reserve for 575€ More information
Private sailing course in Valencia	9 Oct from 10:00 to 14:00 9 Oct 1 day	0	More information	No availability More information
Practical catamaran training across the Strait of Gibraltar from Sotogrande	From 9 Oct to 11 Oct 9 Oct 3 days	4	More information	Reserve for 990€ More information
Cruise Sailing Session (initiation) in Valencia	9 Oct from 10:00 to 14:00 9 Oct 1 day	0	More information	No availability More information
Sailing Workshop in Denia - First Miles at the Helm	From 9 Oct to 11 Oct 9 Oct 3 days	2	More information	Reserve for 475€ More information
Advanced sailing course for adults - Santa Pola. Gennaker and Code 0	From 9 Oct to 11 Oct 9 Oct 3 days	8	More information	Reserve for 213€ More information
Motor navigation practices in Platja d'Aro (Girona). Gain experience	9 Oct from 10:00 to 14:00 9 Oct 1 day	7	More information	Reserve for 65€ More information
Atlantic Ocean: Mastery in sailing. Galicia. 3-day trip	From 10 Oct to 12 Oct 10 Oct 3 days	0	More information	No availability More information
Skipper training in Croatia	From 10 Oct to 17 Oct 10 Oct 8 days	0	More information	No availability More information
Introduction to sailing in Valencia	10 Oct from 10:00 to 19:00 10 Oct 1 day	10	More information	Reserve for 350€ More information
Private sailing course in Valencia	10 Oct from 10:00 to 14:00 10 Oct 1 day	0	More information	No availability More information
Catamaran Skipper Training in Sardinia	From 10 Oct to 17 Oct 10 Oct 8 days	5	More information	Reserve for 1,195€ More information
Cruise Sailing Session (initiation) in Valencia	10 Oct from 10:00 to 14:00 10 Oct 1 day	0	More information	No availability More information
Course of maneuvers and mooring in port - Denia	From 10 Oct to 11 Oct 10 Oct 2 days	2	More information	Reserve for 240€ More information
Motor navigation practices in Platja d'Aro (Girona). Gain experience	10 Oct from 10:00 to 14:00 10 Oct 1 day	7	More information	Reserve for 65€ More information
Maritime safety internship course in Barcelona	10 Oct from 09:00 to 17:00 10 Oct 1 day	2	More information	Reserve for 179€ More information
Formative sailing weekend from Valencia to Columbretes	From 10 Oct to 12 Oct 10 Oct 3 days	6	More information	Reserve for 320€ More information
PPER mile certification journey from Valencia	From 10 Oct to 12 Oct 10 Oct 3 days	6	More information	Reserve for 410€ More information
Training trip to Ibiza from Valencia, only 6 students	From 10 Oct to 12 Oct 10 Oct 3 days	5	More information	Reserve for 410€ More information
Introduction to sailing in Valencia	11 Oct from 10:00 to 19:00 11 Oct 1 day	10	More information	Reserve for 350€ More information
Sailing courses at Embalse de Entrepeñas	11 Oct from 10:30 to 15:30 11 Oct 1 day	3	More information	Reserve for 139€ More information
Private sailing course in Valencia	11 Oct from 10:00 to 14:00 11 Oct 1 day	0	More information	No availability More information
Cruise Sailing Session (initiation) in Valencia	11 Oct from 10:00 to 14:00 11 Oct 1 day	0	More information	No availability More information
Introduction to sailing in Valencia	12 Oct from 10:00 to 19:00 12 Oct 1 day	10	More information	Reserve for 350€ More information
Private sailing course in Valencia	12 Oct from 10:00 to 14:00 12 Oct 1 day	0	More information	No availability More information
Cruise Sailing Session (initiation) in Valencia	12 Oct from 10:00 to 14:00 12 Oct 1 day	0	More information	No availability More information
Private motor or sailing training in Murcia	12 Oct from 10:00 to 12:00 12 Oct 1 day	1	More information	Reserve for 180€ More information
Cruise Sailing Course in Madrid. Intermediate Level. San Juan Reservoir	12 Oct from 10:00 to 15:00 12 Oct 1 day	0	More information	No availability More information
Introduction to sailing in Valencia	13 Oct from 10:00 to 19:00 13 Oct 1 day	10	More information	Reserve for 350€ More information
Private sailing course in Valencia	13 Oct from 10:00 to 14:00 13 Oct 1 day	1	More information	Reserve for 250€ More information
Cruise Sailing Session (initiation) in Valencia	13 Oct from 10:00 to 14:00 13 Oct 1 day	5	More information	Reserve for 125€ More information
Sailing cruise in Santa Pola	13 Oct from 17:00 to 20:00 13 Oct 1 day	6	More information	Reserve for 40€ More information
Private one-day sailing course in Alicante	13 Oct from 17:00 to 20:00 13 Oct 1 day	6	More information	Reserve for 60€ More information
Private motor or sailing training in Murcia	13 Oct from 10:00 to 12:00 13 Oct 1 day	1	More information	Reserve for 180€ More information
Gennaker course of 4 hours in Barcelona.	13 Oct from 15:30 to 19:00 13 Oct 1 day	5	More information	Reserve for 89€ More information
Introduction to sailing in Valencia	14 Oct from 10:00 to 19:00 14 Oct 1 day	10	More information	Reserve for 350€ More information
Private sailing course in Valencia	14 Oct from 10:00 to 14:00 14 Oct 1 day	1	More information	Reserve for 250€ More information
Cruise Sailing Session (initiation) in Valencia	14 Oct from 10:00 to 14:00 14 Oct 1 day	5	More information	Reserve for 125€ More information
Private motor or sailing training in Murcia	14 Oct from 10:00 to 12:00 14 Oct 1 day	1	More information	Reserve for 180€ More information
Introduction to sailing in Valencia	15 Oct from 10:00 to 19:00 15 Oct 1 day	10	More information	Reserve for 350€ More information
Private sailing course in Valencia	15 Oct from 10:00 to 14:00 15 Oct 1 day	1	More information	Reserve for 250€ More information
Cruise Sailing Session (initiation) in Valencia	15 Oct from 10:00 to 14:00 15 Oct 1 day	5	More information	Reserve for 125€ More information
Sailing cruise in Santa Pola	15 Oct from 17:00 to 20:00 15 Oct 1 day	6	More information	Reserve for 40€ More information
Private one-day sailing course in Alicante	15 Oct from 17:00 to 20:00 15 Oct 1 day	6	More information	Reserve for 60€ More information
Private motor or sailing training in Murcia	15 Oct from 10:00 to 12:00 15 Oct 1 day	1	More information	Reserve for 180€ More information
Valencia, Ibiza and Formentera - Initiation and improvement in sailing	From 15 Oct to 18 Oct 15 Oct 4 days	0	More information	No availability More information
Introduction to sailing in Valencia	16 Oct from 10:00 to 19:00 16 Oct 1 day	10	More information	Reserve for 350€ More information
Crossing and Sailing Practices in Tall Ship: Valencia-Columbretes +110 MN	From 16 Oct to 18 Oct 16 Oct 3 days	0	More information	No availability More information
Private sailing course in Valencia	16 Oct from 10:00 to 14:00 16 Oct 1 day	1	More information	Reserve for 250€ More information
Cruise Sailing Session (initiation) in Valencia	16 Oct from 10:00 to 14:00 16 Oct 1 day	5	More information	Reserve for 125€ More information
Offshore Sailing Course	From 16 Oct. to 18 Oct. SaSu from 08:00 to 16:00 16 Oct 3 days	3	More information	Reserve for 250€ More information
Private 4-hour sailing course in Alicante	16 Oct from 15:30 to 19:30 16 Oct 1 day	1	More information	Reserve for 399€ More information
Rías Baixas: Sailing course. Coastal Navigation, Maneuvering and Trimming.	17 Oct from 10:00 to 14:00 17 Oct 1 day	6	More information	Reserve for 67€ More information
Skipper training in Croatia	From 17 Oct to 24 Oct 17 Oct 8 days	3	More information	Reserve for 549€ More information
Introduction to sailing in Valencia	17 Oct from 09:00 to 18:00 17 Oct 1 day	10	More information	Reserve for 350€ More information
Introduction to sailing in Valencia	17 Oct from 10:00 to 19:00 17 Oct 1 day	10	More information	Reserve for 350€ More information
Skipper training - TOTAL HARBOR MANAGEMENT	From 17 Oct to 19 Oct 17 Oct 3 days	4	More information	Reserve for 489€ More information
Skipper training Excellence 200	From 17 Oct to 23 Oct 17 Oct 7 days	2	More information	Reserve for 1,490€ More information
Private sailing course in Valencia	17 Oct from 10:00 to 14:00 17 Oct 1 day	0	More information	No availability More information
Catamaran Skipper Training in Sardinia	From 17 Oct to 24 Oct 17 Oct 8 days	7	More information	Reserve for 1,195€ More information
Initiation to sailing cruising along the coast of Getxo, Sopelana and Barrika	17 Oct from 10:00 to 14:00 17 Oct 1 day	11	More information	Reserve for 80€ More information
Cruise Sailing Session (initiation) in Valencia	17 Oct from 10:00 to 14:00 17 Oct 1 day	0	More information	No availability More information
Motor navigation practices in Platja d'Aro (Girona). Gain experience	17 Oct from 10:00 to 14:00 17 Oct 1 day	7	More information	Reserve for 65€ More information
4-hour sailing trip from El Masnou to enjoy and learn sailing	17 Oct from 10:00 to 14:00 17 Oct 1 day	2	More information	Reserve for 50€ More information
Coastal Formation Journey from Barcelona	From 17 Oct to 18 Oct 17 Oct 2 days	2	More information	Reserve for 357€ More information
Intensive Boat Maneuvers Course - Barcelona	17 Oct from 09:30 to 13:00 17 Oct 1 day	1	More information	Reserve for 79€ More information
Course of maneuvers and mooring in port - Denia	From 17 Oct to 18 Oct 17 Oct 2 days	3	More information	Reserve for 240€ More information
Introduction to sailing in Valencia	18 Oct from 09:00 to 18:00 18 Oct 1 day	10	More information	Reserve for 350€ More information
Introduction to sailing in Valencia	18 Oct from 10:00 to 19:00 18 Oct 1 day	10	More information	Reserve for 350€ More information
Private sailing course in Valencia	18 Oct from 10:00 to 14:00 18 Oct 1 day	1	More information	Reserve for 250€ More information
Cruise Sailing Session (initiation) in Valencia	18 Oct from 10:00 to 14:00 18 Oct 1 day	5	More information	Reserve for 125€ More information
Motor navigation practices in Platja d'Aro (Girona). Gain experience	18 Oct from 10:00 to 14:00 18 Oct 1 day	7	More information	Reserve for 65€ More information
Sail from Venice to Croatia: voyage and practical sextant course	From 18 Oct to 20 Oct 18 Oct 3 days	6	More information	Reserve for 441€ More information
Introduction to sailing in Valencia	19 Oct from 10:00 to 19:00 19 Oct 1 day	10	More information	Reserve for 350€ More information
Private sailing course in Valencia	19 Oct from 10:00 to 14:00 19 Oct 1 day	1	More information	Reserve for 250€ More information
2-day intensive catamaran training – Pula - ADVANCED	From 19 Oct to 20 Oct 19 Oct 2 days	8	More information	Reserve for 578€ More information
2-day intensive catamaran training – Pula - BASIC	From 19 Oct to 20 Oct 19 Oct 2 days	8	More information	Reserve for 578€ More information
Cruise Sailing Session (initiation) in Valencia	19 Oct from 10:00 to 14:00 19 Oct 1 day	5	More information	Reserve for 125€ More information
Private motor or sailing training in Murcia	19 Oct from 10:00 to 12:00 19 Oct 1 day	1	More information	Reserve for 180€ More information
Introduction to sailing in Valencia	20 Oct from 10:00 to 19:00 20 Oct 1 day	10	More information	Reserve for 350€ More information
Skipper training - TOTAL HARBOR MANAGEMENT	From 20 Oct to 22 Oct 20 Oct 3 days	4	More information	Reserve for 489€ More information
Private sailing course in Valencia	20 Oct from 10:00 to 14:00 20 Oct 1 day	1	More information	Reserve for 250€ More information
Cruise Sailing Session (initiation) in Valencia	20 Oct from 10:00 to 14:00 20 Oct 1 day	5	More information	Reserve for 125€ More information
Sailing cruise in Santa Pola	20 Oct from 17:00 to 20:00 20 Oct 1 day	6	More information	Reserve for 40€ More information
Private motor or sailing training in Murcia	20 Oct from 10:00 to 12:00 20 Oct 1 day	1	More information	Reserve for 180€ More information
Introduction to sailing in Valencia	21 Oct from 10:00 to 19:00 21 Oct 1 day	10	More information	Reserve for 350€ More information
Private sailing course in Valencia	21 Oct from 10:00 to 14:00 21 Oct 1 day	1	More information	Reserve for 250€ More information
Cruise Sailing Session (initiation) in Valencia	21 Oct from 10:00 to 14:00 21 Oct 1 day	5	More information	Reserve for 125€ More information
Grand Sailing Cruise and Practices: 4 Islands from Valencia +380MN	From 21 Oct to 26 Oct 21 Oct 6 days	1	More information	Reserve for 750€ More information
Private motor or sailing training in Murcia	21 Oct from 10:00 to 12:00 21 Oct 1 day	1	More information	Reserve for 180€ More information

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Are you looking for a sailing school? Do you want to learn to sail?

At Sailwiz we want to popularize sailing and, because of this, our selection of sailing courses gets some of the greatest attention so we can find and publish the best courses at the best sailing schools for you.

If your dream is to become an experienced sailing skipper, on Sailwiz you will be able to find courses for dinghy (small boat) sailing, keelboat (big boat) sailing and practice for various sailing maneuvers on different types of boats.
How much time does it take to learn to sail?

Sailing a boat is extremely satisfying and learning to skipper a sailboat allows us to go on unique voyages and adventures that you cannot do on land.

Like all skills, sailing requires time to learn. This time depends greatly on the person, type of sailing and boat you want to take, and the confidence you need to feel safe on the water. The truth is that a great sailor knows he is never done learning.

You should always try to sail with other more experienced sailors until you have been on enough adventures to feel safe in charge. In just a few weeks many can begin to feel like they are able to maneuver the boat on their own. Ideally, once you start, try to accumulate many sailing days in a short time so you don't forget what you have learned and practiced.
Tips for learning how to sail

It is a great idea to start with a dinghy sailing course. Many great sailors began on small sailboats. In dinghies, everything happens faster than in a keelboat and our maneuvers are more noticeable, which allows us to get a better "feel" for the boat.

Once you have started learning, try to quickly gain a lot of experience... If you do a course at a sailing school one weekend, for example, and you don't go sailing for months after, you are probably going to have to go back to refresh what you learned.

Sail with expert skippers. They would be delighted to share their experiences with you! The majority of skippers are looking for crew members to share the tasks with so they can combine sailing with time to relax on board. On Sailwiz you will find many experiences and skippers eager to sail with you. Join one of their excursions!
What if I want to sail on my own?

Remember that, in order to skipper a sailboat longer than six meters, you must have the necessary qualifications according to boat length and distance from the coast you wish to travel.

On Sailwiz you can find courses and practice to obtain the maritime qualifications needed in Spain. Once you have become a skipper, it will be you who can share your experiences with other sailors. If you buy or charter a boat and need a crew, share your acitivities on Sailwiz with other users!
What can you learn in a sailing course?
Learning to sail is not just about knowing how to handle the helm. A good course should teach you how the boat responds, how to use the sails, and how to act safely in different situations.
- Depending on your level and the course you choose, at Sailwiz you can find practical training to learn how to:
- Prepare and rig a sailboat before going sailing.
- Understanding the direction and intensity of the wind and how it affects navigation.
- Sailing on different courses with respect to the wind.
- Turn and jibe.
- Adjust or trim the sails to improve the boat's performance.
- Perform port entry and exit maneuvers.
- Anchor and properly secure the vessel.
- Navigating the coast and orienting yourself during a crossing.
- Gain proficiency in steering a cruising sailboat.
- Participate in voyages and accumulate sailing miles.
The specific content varies from course to course. Therefore, in addition to the indicated level, it's advisable to review the program for each activity to know what you'll actually be practicing.
Sailing courses for beginners

If you've never sailed before, you don't need to start with nautical terminology or prior experience. There are courses specifically designed for those who want to discover sailing and learn the basics from scratch.

In an introductory course, you can start with topics such as the parts of the boat, how the sails work, basic wind concepts, rigging, and initial maneuvers. The goal is for you to understand what you're doing and be able to gradually participate in sailing.

For example, some Sailwiz activities are designed as introductory sailing sessions lasting a few hours, while others offer comprehensive courses of one or more days. There are also introductory courses for dinghies and keelboats.

If you've never sailed before, look for an activity that explicitly states it's for beginners and check how long it lasts and how many students are participating.
Cruising sailing courses

Cruising is a particularly interesting option if your goal is to learn how to handle a larger sailboat and acquire knowledge that you can then apply on multi-day voyages and trips.

Sailwiz's cruising sailing courses cover everything from basic maneuvers to more advanced topics. Depending on the activity, you can practice sailing on different points of sail, trimming, harbor maneuvers, anchoring, coastal sailing, or even multi-day voyages.

There are courses for beginners and others aimed at people who already have some experience and want to become more independent. For example, there are sailing cruises available in Madrid, Valencia, Alicante, Barcelona, the Costa Brava, Galicia, and other destinations.

If your ultimate goal is to be able to rent a sailboat and sail it yourself, this type of practical training can be especially useful to complement your theoretical knowledge.
Refresher courses to learn to navigate better

Having a nautical qualification doesn't necessarily mean you're ready to sail a boat on your own. Practical experience is essential to gain confidence and learn how to react to real-life situations.

That's why at Sailwiz you'll also find advanced courses designed for sailors who already have basic knowledge and want to continue progressing.

You can find activities focused on maneuvering, trimming, anchoring, coastal navigation, night sailing, mileage accumulation, or training voyages. Some are one-day courses, while others allow you to spend several days sailing and putting your newly acquired knowledge into practice.

This type of training is especially interesting if you have a qualification but haven't sailed in a while, or if you want to gain the confidence needed to take command of a boat.
Sailing courses to practice maneuvers and gain confidence

One of the best ways to learn to navigate is to practice situations that you will later have to solve on your own.

That's why there are courses specifically focused on sailing and harbor maneuvers. You can practice tacks and jibes, control the boat on different headings, work on sail trim, or improve your harbor entries and exits.

There are also specific anchoring courses. In them, you can learn how to choose the right spot, prepare the boat, and perform the maneuver correctly so you can spend the night anchored more safely.

If you already have experience but there are some maneuvers you haven't yet mastered, an intensive or private course can be a particularly interesting option. At Sailwiz, for example, there are private cruising sailing courses where the instructor tailors the session to the specific maneuvers the student needs to practice.
Learn sail trimming and improve boat performance

Trim is one of the aspects that can help you evolve the most once you already know the basics of navigation.

It's not simply about having the sails unfurled, but about learning to adjust their position according to the wind and the course to ensure the boat sails correctly.

At Sailwiz you can find specific workshops and courses on trim and efficiency, as well as activities where trim is part of a broader improvement program.

For example, there are currently courses that combine coastal navigation, maneuvering and sail trimming, as well as specific workshops to learn how to get the most out of the sails.

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User reviews about Sailing courses for all levels

Are you looking for a sailing school? Do you want to learn to sail?

How much time does it take to learn to sail?

Tips for learning how to sail

What if I want to sail on my own?

What can you learn in a sailing course?

Sailing courses for beginners

Cruising sailing courses

Refresher courses to learn to navigate better

Sailing courses to practice maneuvers and gain confidence

Learn sail trimming and improve boat performance