North Aegean Sailing ClubDocking Seminars

All About Docking

Docking Seminars
09-10 November

The “All About Docking” seminar offers a unique opportunity to improve your nautical skills through practical training in real conditions. Over the course of two days, this seminar provides a deep understanding of docking techniques for various types of vessels, making it a valuable training experience for sailors and captains of all levels.

Practical Training Tailored for All Skill Levels

Whether you are an experienced captain looking to perfect your docking techniques or a beginner wanting to build a solid foundation, this seminar is designed to meet the needs of sailors with different levels of experience. The program covers a wide range of vessels, including:

Catamarans
Monohulls with single or double rudders
Racing sailboats
Motorboats

Our goal is to ensure that by the end of the seminar, participants will feel confident and capable of docking these various vessels in a variety of conditions.

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Influence of Rudder and Propeller

One of the critical aspects of docking is understanding how the rudder and propeller interact and affect the vessel’s handling. The seminar will provide clear, practical demonstrations on controlling the vessel using these key elements

Hands-On Training

While the seminar includes some theoretical presentations, the primary focus is on active participation in real docking conditions. Participants can expect to spend significant time on the water, immediately applying the techniques discussed

Practical Tips from Experts

Benefit from the experience of seasoned instructors who will offer practical tips and solutions to common docking challenges

A Holistic Approach

The Docking seminar stands out by offering a combination of expert presentations and intensive hands-on training. Each participant will receive personalized instruction, ensuring they master the skills needed to dock with confidence and precision in various environments

Master the Art of Docking

This seminar goes beyond the basics, focusing on the details of docking through real-world training in various scenarios. Over the course of the two days, participants will have the opportunity to:

Stern-Bow and Side Berthing

Learn the essential docking techniques for stern-to and side-to berthing in tight marinas and harbors

Docking with an Anchor

Practice using the anchor as a docking tool, ensuring safe and secure docking in various environments

Mooring on Other Vessels

Gain the skills to moor next to other vessels, including when and how to safely tie up alongside another boat

Embarkation and Disembarkation

Understand the nuances of safe embarkation and disembarkation, focusing on handling in different weather conditions and vessel dynamics

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Q & A

Why participate?

Docking is one of the most critical and challenging skills in managing a vessel, regardless of its type or size. This seminar gives participants the opportunity to perfect their docking skills in controlled, real-world conditions, ensuring they leave with practical knowledge and confidence

What will I learn?

Participants will learn how to handle docking in a variety of weather and sea conditions, including windy or tight marina spaces

What type of vessels will be included?

The techniques taught in this seminar are applicable to a wide range of vessels, making the training valuable for any sailor or captain