Sailing courses in Helsinki
In 2024 we will organize a total of 17 sailing courses, 13 for beginners and 4 intermediate courses. Beginner Courses: 4-5.5, 11-12.5, 25-26.5, 1-2.6 (NEW), 8-9.6 (sold out), 15-16.6 (sold out), 15-16.7 (Hanko), 24-25.7, 10-11.8 (waitlist), 24-25.8, 31.8-1.9, 14-15.9, 21-22.9. Intermediate courses: 18-19.5, 3-4.8, 17-18.8, 7-8.9.
Check out the dates for all events from the calendar. Take a look at our weekly training groups as well.
The courses are organized with a 10.59 meter Archambault A35 keelboat that fits up to 8 participants plus the coach, but the maximum amount of participants during the courses is 5 to keep the learning efficient.
The courses for beginners teach the basics of sailing both in theory and in practice. We will initially go through the sailing vocabulary and the names of the parts, after which you will get to practice on the water. During the course, you will learn both how to steer the boat and how to adjust the sails to the right position. We also go through the basics of navigation and harbor maneuvers. During the course, there will be about 10-14 hours of sailing.
We adapt the content of the courses according to the wishes and goals of the participants. For example, we can focus more on navigation and holiday sailing or more on racing sailing.
During the intermediate courses we will take a closer look at sail trim, optimal steering, reading the wind and using downwind sails.
Rain jackets and trousers, gloves and life jackets are available for all participants.
What? Two-day sailing course for beginners
Where? NJK, Koivusaari port, Vaskisalmenkuja 9, 00200, Helsinki. Courses can also be arranged from NJK's Valkosaari port in the center of Helsinki
Language? We teach in English, Finnish and Swedish
Price? 275€
How do I register? Through our online store or by e-mail silenbrothers@gmail.com
Schedule:
Saturday
9:00 a.m. meeting at the port
9.00-10.00 theory and getting to know the boat.
10.00-12.30 sailing
12:30-13:30 lunch at sea or in the port, depending on the conditions
13:30-16:00 sailing
16:00-16:30 walkthrough of the day
Sunday
9.00-9.30 meeting at the port, preparations, kick-off meeting
9.30-12.30 sailing
12:30-13:30 lunch at sea or in the port, depending on the conditions
13:30-16:00 sailing
16:00-16:30 final meeting
Registration by e-mail or through our online store: