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Skipper Course in Rome

Pontine Islands · 3 Weekends or 7-Day Intensive · Fiumara

Skipper Course in Rome

Pontine Islands · 3 Weekends or 7-Day Intensive · Fiumara
Starting 
710,00 
CHOOSE
Starting 
710,00 
3 Weekends or a 7-Day Intensive program
CHOOSE A DATE

Different Sailing presents our Basic Sailing Course, an educational experience designed for those who want to enter the world of sailing or consolidate their skills through a perfect balance of theory and on-water practice. The course is led by FIV, UISP, and CSEN certified instructors, ready to teach the fundamentals of navigation, maneuvers, and life on board in total safety—always with a focus on fun.

We offer two flexible formulas: 3 Weekends, ideal for those with limited time who prefer gradual learning, or a 7-Day Intensive, for a complete and continuous immersion into the sailing world. During the course, you will master moorings, sail trimming, navigation, and boat management as we set our course toward Ponza.

By the end of the course, thanks to progressive learning and practical drills, you will be able to actively participate in the boat’s operation, gaining confidence and autonomy on board.

Course Details:

  • Duration: Choice of 3 Weekends or a 7-Day Intensive program.
  • Departure: Fiumara (Rome).
  • Level: Beginner and Basic levels.
  • Certification: Certificate of Attendance with final evaluation included.

Choose the formula that fits you best and start your sailing adventure.

Recommended age: Target Age: 25–50
Duration: 3 Weekends or a 7-Day Intensive program
PLEASE NOTE: you can book the ENTIRE BOAT with a skipper-instructor and choose the type of experience.

What kind of experience is it?

  • Social & good vibes
  • Relax
  • Photos & great moments
  • Family-friendly
  • Sailing: basics & maneuvers
  • Nature & views

What you'll learn on board

  • Command & Leadership: Master the role of the Skipper, from initial crew management and briefings to analyzing group dynamics within the first 24 hours
  • Advanced Maneuvering: Extensive training on harbor moorings, quay management, and anchoring in wild bays.
  • Technical Navigation & Piloting: Expert handling of routes, bearings, dead reckoning, and ETA calculation, including night sailing and offshore passages.

Teaser video

Discover our Skipper Course in Rome to transition from crew member to confident captain during an intensive weekend between Ostia and the Pontine Islands, the perfect path to mastering crew management, harbor mooring, and command safety before leading your own boat or joining our summer flotillas.

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Course Syllabus & Route

For this season, we are offering an elite program in technical refinement and leadership toward the Pontine Islands: a series of intensive weekends (or dedicated offshore routes) designed for those ready to make the definitive leap from crew member to Captain.

Every mile becomes an opportunity for real-world command. We’ll balance complex mooring maneuvers, emergency troubleshooting, and night navigation with team coordination and strategic passage planning. This is the ultimate experience to merge high-level professional training with the thrill of offshore sailing, giving you the confidence to lead a vessel and its crew in total autonomy.

The itinerary may be subject to change based on weather and sea conditions at the sole discretion of the skipper-instructor, ensuring the highest safety standards at all times.

Pick the format that best fits your schedule: the 3-Weekend Program for gradual learning or the 7-Day Intensive for full immersion.

  • IMBARCO

    Check-in / Boarding

    • 3-Weekend Formula: Friday by 9:00 PM or Saturday by 8:30 AM at Fiumara (Rome).
    • 7-Day Intensive: Wednesday from 5:00 PM at Fiumara (Rome).
  • SBARCO

    Check-out / Disembarkation

    • 3-Weekend Formula: Sunday by 6:00 PM at Fiumara (Rome).
    • 7-Day Intensive: Wednesday by 6:00 PM at Portorosa (Messina).
  • MOORING, ANCHORING & PILOTING

    MODULE 1
    • Pre-departure planning: Comprehensive study of the navigation area and weather patterns.
    • Pre-departure briefings: Master effective communication protocols for the crew.
    • Passive Hull Check: In-port hull diagnostics and pre-sail inspection procedures.
    • The Crew Meeting: Setting expectations and organizing the team.
    • The Role of the Skipper: Understanding leadership, authority, and responsibility at sea.
    • The First 24 Hours: Managing and analyzing crew dynamics during the initial phase.
    • Principles of a Successful Skipper: Core ethics and technical standards for leadership.
    • Harbor Moorings: Advanced techniques for quay management and docking in tight spaces.
    • Anchoring in the Wild: Techniques for secure and safe anchoring in open bays.
    • Day & Night Sailing: Managing watch systems, prevention, and Man Overboard (MOB) recovery drills.
    • Piloting: Mastering chartwork, bearings, fix points (punto nave), dead reckoning, and ETA (Estimated Time of Arrival) calculations.
  • ENGINE, ONBOARD SYSTEMS & HEAVY WEATHER NAVIGATION

    MODULE 2
    • The Skipper’s Tool Kit: Proper use and essential components for onboard maintenance.
    • Electrical Systems: Monitoring battery status, panel checks, power leaks, instrumentation, winches, fridge compressors, and electrical troubleshooting.
    • Onboard Services: Managing fresh water (acque bianche) and black water (acque nere) circuits, bilge pumps, and the autoclave (water pressure system).
    • Engine Mastery: Troubleshooting and basic repairs for both inboard and outboard engines.
    • DSC Radio & Distress Calls: Communication protocols (preparatory training for the RYA “GMDSS – SRC” certification).
    • Digital Navigation: Advanced use of Navionics apps and electronic charting.
    • Harbor Moorings & Quay Management: Handling the vessel in challenging port environments.
    • Bay Anchoring: Precision anchoring and safety checks in various seabed conditions.
    • Day & Night Sailing: Watch rotation, prevention, and Man Overboard (MOB) recovery drills.
    • Piloting: Mastering bearings, fix points, dead reckoning, and ETA calculations.
  • PASSAGE PLANNING & METEOROLOGY

    MODULE 3
    • Passage Planning: Comprehensive trip design, route study, and safety margins.
    • Weather Analysis: In-depth study of forecasting systems and GRIB files.
    • Logbook Maintenance: Professional record-keeping and official documentation.
    • Hierarchy & Communication: Managing relationships and protocols between Skipper, Co-Skipper, Group Leader, and Flotilla Leader (Capoflotta).
    • Active Hull Check: Dynamic sea-trial diagnostics and hull monitoring within the first 72 hours.
    • Safety Equipment: Master the use of all onboard life-saving appliances (EPIRB, flares, liferaft).
    • Disaster Management: Protocols for emergencies, collision, and vessel abandonment.
    • Flotilla Navigation: Managing the fleet, rafting (pacchetti), and safety pairings.
    • Harbor Moorings: Precision quay management in crowded ports.
    • Day & Night Sailing: Advanced watch systems and Man Overboard (MOB) recovery.
    • Advanced Piloting: Bearings, fix points, dead reckoning, and ETA calculations.
    • Final Assessment: Technical evaluation and personal performance review.

Pricing details

710,00 
/person

  • Included
    • Certified Sailing Boats: Fully equipped with safety certifications and compliant for professional/commercial use.
    • Professional Skipper / Instructor: Expert guidance throughout the trip.
    • On-board Accommodation: Your cabin for the entire duration.
    • Insurance Coverage: Third-party liability (RCT) and individual accident insurance.
    • UISP Membership Card: Official association membership included.
  • NOT included
    • Meals & Drinks: On board and ashore.
    • Transfers: To/from the boarding port.
    • Fuel: Calculated at 6 L/h, to be shared among all participants.
    • Mooring & Marina Fees: Costs for stays in harbors or private marinas.
    • Final Cleaning: €150 per boat (to be shared).
    • Buoys & Piers: Fees for mooring at buoys or private floating docks.
    • Security Deposit: €150.00 per person upon boarding, fully refunded at the end of the course provided there is no damage.
    • Based on our experience, extra costs for the Skipper Course amount to approximately €30–€50 per person for the weekend formula, and €200–€250 for the 7-day intensive course.

How to get here

Parking is available at the marina. Please check availability and current rates with the facility. Our Recommendation: We suggest booking one parking spot per boat inside the marina at a cost of €15 per day. This cost will be shared among all participants on your boat.

Our boats

  • Anna – Bavaria 50

    Anna - Bavaria 50
    Anna - Bavaria 50

    Il Bavaria Cruiser 50 (modello 2011) è una barca a vela di 15 metri (ca. 49-50 piedi) progettata dallo studio Bruce Farr e BMW Group Designworks, nota per l’eccellente rapporto qualità-prezzo, l’ampia abitabilità e la facilità di manovra. Ideale per crociere familiari o charter, offre spazi generosi con la sua versione da 5 cabine.

    Anno di costruzione: 2011 (refit 2025)

    Cabine
    4 matrimoniali
+ 1 cabina con letti a castello
    Posti Letto
    10 ospiti + 2 dinette
    Bagni
    3

  • MaMousse – Beneteau 50

    MaMousse - Beneteau 50
    MaMousse - Beneteau 50

    Con i suoi volumi generosi e una configurazione che garantisce massima abitabilità e privacy, Ma Mousse è una barca solida, funzionale e ideale per la vita di bordo. Dotata di ampi spazi e accessori extra come il doppio frigo, è l’imbarcazione perfetta per ospitare grandi equipaggi in totale comodità.

    Anno di costruzione: 1998 (refit 2024)

    Cabine
    4 matrimoniali
+ 1 cabina marinaio con letti a castello
    Posti Letto
    10 ospiti + Skipper
    Bagni
    5

  • Sambosò – ELAN IMPRESSION 434

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    Sambosò - ELAN IMPRESSION 434

    Con i suoi quasi 14 metri e una carena che garantisce stabilità, Sanbosò è una barca spaziosa, solida e marina. È un’imbarcazione dotata di ogni comfort per la vita di bordo, con equipaggiamento completo ideale per vivere al meglio l’esperienza in rada.

    Anno di costruzione: 2006 (refit 2025)

    Cabine
    3 matrimoniali
1 cuccetta a castello
1 skipper
    Posti Letto
    8 + Skipper
    Bagni
    2 bagni

  • Comet 12

    Comet 12
    Comet 12

    Il Comet 12 è una storica barca a vela da crociera-regata (One Tonner) progettata da Andrea Vallicelli e prodotta dal cantiere Comar negli anni ’80 (1984-1988). Rinomata per le sue linee slanciate, la tuga bassa e le ottime prestazioni, è considerata una “classic boat” italiana, capace di unire comfort abitativo e velocità.

    Anno di costruzione: 1988 (refit 2025)

    Cabine
    2 matrimoniali
1 cuccetta a castello
    Posti Letto
    6 + 2
    Bagni
    2 bagni

  • Bavaria 44

    Con quasi 14 metri di lunghezza e una carena solida e marina, Le Pleiadi è una barca estremamente vivibile, comoda e ideale per la navigazione a vela. È un’imbarcazione dotata di ogni comfort, come i bagni elettrici e ampi spazi, perfetta per una vacanza itinerante in totale relax.

    Cabine
    4 matrimoniali
1 a castello
1 skipper
    Posti Letto
    12
    Bagni
    3 bagni
1 bagno skipper

    FAQ

    Who is the Skipper Course for?
    • Experienced Sailors: Perfect if you have already gained solid nautical and sailing experience and are ready for the next level.

    • Advanced Specialization: Designed for those seeking high-level training, even if you haven’t obtained your nautical license yet.

    • Skill Sharpening: Ideal if you want to master professional moorings, secure anchoring, and test your abilities in challenging sea conditions.

    • Future Co-Skippers: This course is the official gateway for anyone wishing to join our fleet and work as a Co-Skipper in our upcoming flotillas.

    Do I need a nautical license?

    No, a license is not required to participate. This course has an independent educational value and takes place in waters where a license is not mandatory for trainees. If you are planning to get your license in the future, ask us how to integrate this course into your training path.

    What should I pack?

    Please bring a soft-sided bag (no hard suitcases). Your essentials: a sweatshirt for the evening, swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, a hat, snorkeling gear, and shoes with non-marking light soles. If you take personal medication, remember to bring it with you.

    How does the “Common Kitty” (Cassa Comune) work?

    The Cassa Comune is a shared fund managed by the crew to cover the galley (food & drinks), fuel, and any port fees. The skipper is exempt from this contribution. The final amount depends on the group’s choices and lifestyle.

    How many people will be on board?

    The course takes place on a single catamaran with a group of 6–10 participants. This small group size ensures everyone gets real time at the helm and individual attention from the instructor.

    What if I get seasick?

    It happens! We will support you with practical advice on nutrition, positioning on board, and timing. If you know you are prone to motion sickness, we recommend bringing a personal remedy that you have previously tested.

    Nota informativa

    Questa esperienza è organizzata dalla Societa sportiva dilettantistica Different Sail come corso di vela d’altura con pernottamento a bordo, finalizzato all’avviamento allo sport della vela in forma ludica, esperienziale e formativa.
    22/24 MAGGIO - 05/07 GIUGNO - 12/14 GIUGNO
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    710,00 
    Per person
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