Instructional videos

Learn (or refresh) the essentials: docking, sailing, knots, weather tips, and more, explained by a local sailing & docking instructor.

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Docking & casting off

4 videos

How to Dock a Sailboat in a STRONG 25 Knots Side Wind / Crosswind - Croatian Mooring

In this example, the skipper instructor demonstrates docking with a strong (up to 25 knots) side wind (or crosswind). This is a typical mooring setup in Croatia and the method of approach most professional local skippers use.

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How to Dock a Sailboat in Croatia - 10 Knots of Side Wind / Crosswind

Learn the most common docking method used in Croatia to handle side winds or crosswinds like a pro. Perfect for beginner skippers and anyone looking to master docking techniques in moderately windy marina conditions!

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3 Drills to Feel & Test a Sailboat Before Docking

Learn how to test and use prop walk, 90° turn, and “Tom Cruise” 180° turn for better control and docking skill.

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How to Prepare a Boat for Undocking

Undocking checklist:

  1. Collect the electricity cable
  2. Prepare and adjust stern lines
  3. Store the gangway to the side
  4. Lift the platform
  5. Check thin stern mooring lines
  6. Prepare bow mooring lines
  7. Maximize visibility
  8. Prepare the “free” fender
  9. Check the propeller
  10. Get the Skipper Hotline Assistance

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Anchoring & buoys

Coming soon

Sailing

1 video

How to SAFELY Perform Jibe (Downwind) Maneuver

Learn the safe way of doing the downwind maneuver known as a jibe or gybe. In this video, the focus is on safety and boom control through the maneuver. There is also an alternative method: doing the maneuver through a tack.

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Knots

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Weather in Croatia

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Tips & tricks

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