Your yacht is part of a group of yachts with a mix of people on board - from novices to experienced sailors - which makes for a lively social side to the holiday, especially when we all meet up in port in the evening.

Learning how to sail involves all aspects of living on and managing a yacht (The workings of the yacht, the engine, handling the boat under power, the sails etc). Learning to sail in the Mediterranean is infinitely preferable to learning to sail off the British coastline, where you have to contend with the vagaries of the UK weather and tides. The Mediterranean is non-tidal, making sailing much easier and more pleasurable and of course there is the sunshine.

 

Sunvil's Sailing teaching programme is designed to be relaxed and informal - we don't forget that you are on holiday - while ensuring that you follow the general syllabus laid down by the majority of the international yachting organisations (Royal Yachting Association (RYA), Irish Yachting Association (IYA), Australian Yachting Association (AYA) etc.  Thus at the end of your sailing holiday you can gain a certification, which will allow you to sail on other occasions and in other non-tidal locations. The time taken obtaining these certificates depends on individual ability and keenness on the part of the participants.

 

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Yacht Skipper Certificate Non-Tidal (for those aged 16 and over)
This certificate is awarded if you can demonstrate that you can skipper a yacht in a safe and seamanlike manner in non-tidal waters in daylight hours.

 

The Yacht Crew Certificate Non-Tidal (for those aged 12 and over)
This certificate is awarded if you can demonstrate that you are a useful assistant in the preparation and running of a yacht when at sea and when entering and leaving a port; it can be gained by those aged 12 and over.

 

Introduction to Yachting Certificate (for Cadets aged 9 to 12 years old)
This certificate is awarded if cadets can demonstrate that they understand some sailing theory, show basic sailing skills including rope work and demonstrate enthusiasm for sailing.

 

	Living Aboard - Learn to sail whilst living aboard a yacht and cruising the Ionian Islands. This is the perfect sailing holiday for beginners and those new to sailing. Under the watchful eye of an experienced skipper you’ll get right into the swing, learning the ropes whilst living aboard a yacht.  Learn more about Live Aboard Sailing >
	Living Ashore – If you are a little unsure if a week or two on the water is for you then live ashore is the option. An experienced instructor will teach you all you need to know on a day basis, while at night you’ll return to the land comforts of a hotel or villa. Learn more about Live Ashore Sailing >