Level 3- Bareboat Charter Course.
   is designed to prepare you for
   skippering a yacht in smooth and
    partially smooth waters. The course
   focuses on sailing technique, general.
   operating procedures and passage
   planning. Course Cost $295

 
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The bareboat charter course covers topics such as; reefing, anchoring, basic engineering, system checks, trouble shooting, radio operation and navigating.
This is an ideal course for those planning on chartering in some exotic destination such as the Greek Iles, South Pacific, Whitsunday Islands or the Caribbean. Contact Us

The bareboat charter course covers topics such as; reefing, anchoring, basic engineering, system checks, trouble shooting, radio operation and navigating.

 

  

 

LEVEL 3 BAREBOAT CHARTER COURSE

Day 1 ~ Lesson 1: Morning Session
Operating procedures
Safety inspection and equipment
Location and layout
Seacock's and thru-hull fittings electrical systems - switches and breakers
Bilge systems - pumps and filters
Instruments - log and transducer, basic engineering - engine parts & spares
Trouble shooting
Water leaks
Electrical failure - pumps, lights, windlass
Engine failure - over heating, fuel shortage, toilet blockage
Stove in-operable
Radio operation
Emergency procedures

Day 1 ~ Lesson 2: Afternoon Session
Sailing technique
Tips on sail configuration
Reefing
Sailing in heavy seas
Comfortable sailing
Helming techniques & short handed sailing
Trouble shooting & gear failure
Anchoring technique
Passage planning provisioning the yacht
Using the chart & equipment
Dead reckoning
Best itineraries - Sydney Harbour
Best anchorages - Sydney Harbour