Catamaran Course
This course equips you with professional skills to handle 40-foot cruising catamarans confidently in coastal and heavy weather. Learn advanced maneuvers like precise tacking and gybing, efficient reefing, twin-engine docking in tight spaces, optimal sail trim for speed, shallow navigation with leeway management, plus safety and systems knowledge for reliable performance on every passage.

flexible workload from 4 to 360h
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Gain hands-on expertise to confidently manage a 40-foot cruising catamaran. Master tacking, gybing, reefing, heavy weather handling, twin-engine docking with thrusters, sail selection and trim for top performance, shallow-water navigation, vessel systems, and catamaran-specific safety, motion control, and comfort for safer, smoother coastal voyages.
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Develop skills
- Master catamaran manoeuvres: Perform safe tacks, gybes, and reefing in actual conditions.
- Control twin engines: Dock, undock, and pivot catamarans accurately in confined marinas.
- Prepare for heavy weather: Reef promptly, reduce sail quickly, and stabilise motion at sea.
- Optimise sail trim: Adjust rigging and sails for efficient performance on 40-ft cats.
- Navigate professionally: Chart shallow paths, handle leeway, and ensure under-keel clearance.
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