Sailing Schools in Europe

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Building on that foundation, our global network of highly experienced instructors below provides hands-on, on-the-water training. This comprehensive approach ensures you receive training that not only meets but exceeds the US Coast Guard's American National Standards and the UN's ICC international licensing standards. With NauticEd, you're not just learning to sail - you're mastering the competence, earning the certification, and securing the licensure necessary to confidently sail anywhere in the world!

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Good Captain

Varna, Varna, Bulgaria
American National Standards Catamaran
Rated 4.6/5 by 1 student
Good Captain is the name of our sailing school in Bulgaria. We are based in Port Varna. And our mission is to give a chance to everyone who wants to become a part of something special and start your own sailing practice or yachting practice. We offer different levels of training on sailboats: monohull and catamaran; or motorboat, basic, professional, and competitive skills. Also, you’ll spend a great time on a cruise on the Black Sea and team-building programs.
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NCP Charter Croatia

Sibenik, Shibenik-Knin, Croatia (Hrvatska)
RYA ICC
NCP is a sailing and motor yacht charter company based in Sibenik Croatia. We have 60 modern yachts available for charter - crewed and bareboat. We are part of the NCP Group, a leading nautical brand in Croatia with 20 years of experience (since 1995) and nowadays running a staff of 300 employees. NCP is an official RYA training center and is able to provide the practical training for the RYA Day Skipper and ICC certificates. We recommend the NauticEd RYA Day Skipper Course as a prerequisite.
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Kristel Zweers

Private Instructor - Trogir, Split-Dalmacija, Croatia (Hrvatska)
I'm a pretty no-nonsense - straight forward person who dares to live out her dream and take on adventures. Nothing makes me happier than sharing my passion for sailing with an (unexperienced) crew. I've been leading flotilla's of up to 11 yachts in the passed 5 years on my own. Creating itineraries for up to 65 people ( kids&adults) to enjoy a sailing holiday they''ll never forget. Turning unexperienced sailors into competent crew and boosting confidence and skills of beginners to level them up to becoming a skipper is what I love doing the most. I belong at sea and my own confidence and 'feeling at home on a yacht' seems to wear off on whoever steps on board with me. I'm looking forward to being your next instructor and conquer this new world with you ;-)
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Location notes:
I can train anywhere in Croatia

Kristel Zweers

Private Instructor - Athens, Attika, Greece
I'm a pretty no-nonsense - straight forward person who dares to live out her dream and take on adventures. Nothing makes me happier than sharing my passion for sailing with an (unexperienced) crew. I've been leading flotilla's of up to 11 yachts in the passed 5 years on my own. Creating itineraries for up to 65 people ( kids&adults) to enjoy a sailing holiday they''ll never forget. Turning unexperienced sailors into competent crew and boosting confidence and skills of beginners to level them up to becoming a skipper is what I love doing the most. I belong at sea and my own confidence and 'feeling at home on a yacht' seems to wear off on whoever steps on board with me. I'm looking forward to being your next instructor and conquer this new world with you ;-)
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Location notes:
Training anywhere in Greece

Sailing Lessons

Athens, Attika, Greece
American National Standards SLC Offshore Captain
Learn sailing in Greece, a sailing paradise. We promise to share all our knowledge and experience with our students so that they become confident and, above all, competent skippers and crew members. And yes, Sailing Lessons are fun too!
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Nick Koufidis

Private Instructor - Lefkada, Levkas, Greece
Rated 5/5 by 1 student
More than 30 years on sailing boats for vacations and racing in the beginning Professional skipper and owner of a fleet operator company the last 15 years gained lot of experience and became a RYA Yachtcmaster cruising instructor . Many participations in regattas in Greece and the Mediterranean Sea
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I train on a 2020 Jeanneau 490 4 cabin-4 head in the Ionian Sea

Just Sailing Italy

Chiavari, Liguria, Italy
RYA ICC SLC
Come learn and sail with us on the beautiful Ligurian Coast in Northern Italy. Just Sailing operates out of the wonderful Marina Genoa. We offer a wide range of RYA and bespoke sailing courses or cruises to suit families and singles. Alongside this we offer ICC and SLC training and assessments. As well as building your confidence and qualifications, we also seek to provide you with a truly memorable sailing experience in crystal clear Mediterranean waters with like-minded people.
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West Coast - Lisbon Sailing Centre

Lisbon, Esm, Portugal
RYA ICC
Rated 4.8/5 by 1 student
Top quality tuition in sunny Lisbon.
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Nanasailing

Belgrade, Central Serbia, Serbia
American National Standards SLC Catamaran
Rated 4.98/5 by 71 students
Nanasailing offers sailing training courses to ensure competence and confidence. We follow the American National Standards training program which ensures both theory knowledge and on-the-water practical skills. Depending on your goals and desires for training and certification, we can advise you on which theory courses to take and the level of practical training. If you’d eventually like to skipper a boat on a sailing vacation we offer the ability to gain the proper license.
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The Boat School Denia

Denia, Alacant, Spain
RYA ICC SLC
The Boat School is an RYA recognised centre specialized in training & charters for international students. In addition to RYA courses, The Boat School runs ICC tests and preparation courses and is recognised by the Spanish Directorate-General for Merchant Shipping to conduct sail training, powerboat and VHF marine radio courses. Our base in Denia is approximately 100 km from Valencia & Alicante airports. Denia is the closest point for sailing to the Balearic Islands (50 NM from Ibiza).
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MT sail and power

Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
Offshore Captain Catamaran
We are a long established RYA training centre, based in Barcelona. As a family sailing school we have been involved in sail training for almost 50 years. Starting years ago in Ireland. We now offer a wide range of training in sail and power. Barcelona is our main base and menorca as well as UK, Ireland Norway. We have trained people from over 35 countries . We offer courses from starting yachting to Ocean yachtmaster and professional skippers. We can offer ICC assessment with Nauticed courses
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David Hall

Private Instructor - Tarragona, Catalunya, Spain
Rated 5/5 by 1 student
With a calm and confident approach to teaching sailing, I'm a firm believer of the ethos of "competence before certification". Previous students that started their sailing journeys with me have gone on to lead successful lives working professionally within the industry as fully qualified skippers and crew. For some other students, it was more about instilling confidence so that they felt in a positive place to charter a boat with their family onboard. Let's build you a strong foundation of skills, from which you can confidently build experience in the wonderful world of sailing.
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Location notes:
Available throughout the year and I'm happy to travel

NUR ERKMEN

Private Instructor - Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey
Welcome to an extraordinary journey where passion for the sea meets the spirit of adventure! Meet Nur Erkmen, a seasoned sailor and multi-disciplined sports professional born on the breezy shores of Belgium, July 9, 1979. Nur’s voyage into the world of sailing began at the tender age of 8, leading to a prestigious 7-year tenure with the Fenerbahce sailing team in Istanbul, decorated with numerous national accolades. Armed with a comprehensive education from the Faculty of Sports Sciences, Nur boasts a versatile licensed background in an impressive array of sports disciplines including athletics, basketball, judo, tennis, skiing, swimming, and, of course, sailing. Embark on your sailing adventure along Turkey’s stunning Aegean coast, exploring the pristine waters of Bodrum, Göcek bays, and the historic Istanbul Bosphorus, Fenerbahce, and Prince Islands. Join us for an unparalleled experience where the love for wind, sea, nature, and sports isn’t just shared but deeply instilled.
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NUR ERKMEN

Private Instructor - Fethiye, Mugla, Turkey
Welcome to an extraordinary journey where passion for the sea meets the spirit of adventure! Meet Nur Erkmen, a seasoned sailor and multi-disciplined sports professional born on the breezy shores of Belgium, July 9, 1979. Nur’s voyage into the world of sailing began at the tender age of 8, leading to a prestigious 7-year tenure with the Fenerbahce sailing team in Istanbul, decorated with numerous national accolades. Armed with a comprehensive education from the Faculty of Sports Sciences, Nur boasts a versatile licensed background in an impressive array of sports disciplines including athletics, basketball, judo, tennis, skiing, swimming, and, of course, sailing. Embark on your sailing adventure along Turkey’s stunning Aegean coast, exploring the pristine waters of Bodrum, Göcek bays, and the historic Istanbul Bosphorus, Fenerbahce, and Prince Islands. Join us for an unparalleled experience where the love for wind, sea, nature, and sports isn’t just shared but deeply instilled.
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Our specialty is working with you through every step of your sailing certification and then facilitating the on-the-water training to help you advance towards your boating goals. We will teach you how to go anywhere in the world and charter a boat. We can either take you to one of the partners we have already worked with, or help you choose a destination of your choice and walk you through the steps of trip planning, gear selection, provisioning, insurance, and weather planning.
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NUR ERKMEN

Private Instructor - Bodrum, Mugla, Turkey
Welcome to an extraordinary journey where passion for the sea meets the spirit of adventure! Meet Nur Erkmen, a seasoned sailor and multi-disciplined sports professional born on the breezy shores of Belgium, July 9, 1979. Nur’s voyage into the world of sailing began at the tender age of 8, leading to a prestigious 7-year tenure with the Fenerbahce sailing team in Istanbul, decorated with numerous national accolades. Armed with a comprehensive education from the Faculty of Sports Sciences, Nur boasts a versatile licensed background in an impressive array of sports disciplines including athletics, basketball, judo, tennis, skiing, swimming, and, of course, sailing. Embark on your sailing adventure along Turkey’s stunning Aegean coast, exploring the pristine waters of Bodrum, Göcek bays, and the historic Istanbul Bosphorus, Fenerbahce, and Prince Islands. Join us for an unparalleled experience where the love for wind, sea, nature, and sports isn’t just shared but deeply instilled.
Learn more about NUR ERKMEN