Skipper training

Practice makes perfect.

Skipper training in Croatia: With our experienced skippers you can easily refresh your sailing skills or learn how to handle a yacht safely from the very beginning.

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skipper training

Port maneuvers in perfection.
For skippers and Crew.

Our monohull and catamaran skipper training courses in Biograd (Marina Kornati) offer a balanced mix of theory and practice. All aspects of sailing, including the basics, maneuvers and sail trim, are taught in a practical way and practiced intensively.

Skipper training with Pitter Yachtcharter

  • Basics, seamanship.
  • Riding technique, wheel effect, rowing.
  • Mooring and casting off, behavior in the event of a mooring.
  • Harbor maneuvers, maneuvering in confined spaces.
  • Anchor maneuvers and sailing.

Skipper training is the ideal preparation for your next trip. Whether as an individual or together with your Crew, enjoy a few pleasant days at sea. If you have any questions about our skipper training program, please contact Mrs. Nina Peinsipp from the Pitter Yachtcharter team
will be happy to answer your questions.

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Classic skipper training:

Sailing training for skippers and Crew

In Croatia, at the Pitter Yachtcharter base in Biograd, we offer professional sail training.

Our German-speaking trainers have many years of experience as skippers.

Become a skipper

  • Closed training: Ideal if you already have a sailing crew. Booking for the entire Crew is possible, the number of participants can be flexibly selected.
  • Open training: Perfect for individuals. It is not necessary to have your own Crew, other interested parties can also take part. The number of participants is deliberately limited to a maximum of 4 people so that you can achieve an optimum learning effect.
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Skipper training

Intensive training week

Our skipper training trips offer an intensive week at sea in which all the important skills for the next sailing trip are taught.

Experience a cruise training week in the fall, where you will not only train harbour maneuvers, but also learn theory and practice on a real cruise! From check-in and trip planning to navigation, sailing and maneuvering techniques, anchoring at buoys and much more. Our experienced, German-speaking trainers will prepare you comprehensively for your next trip. Of course, there will also be plenty of socializing!

Excerpt of the learning content

  • Preparation and takeover of the yacht
  • Technical and logistical knowledge
  • Responsibility of the skipper and Crew management
  • Navigation and weather
  • Sailing technique and maneuvering skills
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about skipper training in Croatia

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A skipper training course at Pitter Yachtcharter is an intensive sailing course in Croatia (Biograd), during which you will practice maneuvers such as mooring and casting off, setting sail, wheeling and anchoring maneuvers – ideal as preparation for your next trip as a skipper.

  • Closed training courses for existing Crews
  • Open training for individuals (max. 4 people), led by experienced, German-speaking skippers
    Both options in small groups for optimum support.

In our skipper training courses you learn, among other things:

  • Seamanship & sailing technique (wheel effect, trimming)
  • Port and Muring maneuvers in confined spaces
  • Sailing, anchoring, anchor maneuvers
  • Possible preparation for Croatian coastal license
More information about the skipper training courses from Pitter Yachtcharter

The classic skipper training usually lasts three days. Prices vary depending on the yacht model or catamaran. You have the option of staying overnight on the yacht during the training.
You can find out more about available dates, costs and booking options for skipper training on the Pitter Yachtcharter website.

  • German-speaking, experienced trainers
  • Small groups for intensive learning
  • Safe area frame in Biograd (Marina Kornati)
  • Modern equipped yachts like Bavaria or Dufour

Skipper training with Nautic Alliance or Pitter Yachting is compact, efficient and very practical. It offers an optimal basis for safe sailing fun – with personal support in small groups, modern yachts and professional exam preparation.

The skipper training courses at Pitter Yachtcharter are ideal for:

  • Newcomers to sailing who want to gain their first experience
  • Experienced skippers who want to improve their technique and safety
  • Families, couples or friends learning to maneuver together
  • Anyone who wants to prepare optimally for a charter cruise or examination (coastal license)

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