If you’re looking for a course that is jam-packed with the most essential information in order to start sailing as soon as possible then a competent crew course is the best introduction to sailing, and just what you’ve been looking for.
The goal of this course is to set a solid foundation of safety, seamanship, and sailing knowledge so that you can sail safely and confidently on sailboats under 9 metres or crew on sailboats over 9 metres in length.
The complete Competent Crew Course is comprised of two components:
The online theory course comprises of 12 chapters covering the essential most sailing topics. The theory course should take +-2 weeks to complete.
The practical course includes 3 days of hands-on sailing experience, where we put the theory we’ve learned into practice and experience handling a sailboat under power and under sail.
Start your sailing journey with the competent crew online theory course.
Once you’ve completed the theory course book your competent crew practical course and come sail with us! (The practical course is not included in the price of the Competent Crew theory course)
Course Pricing
The Competent Crew course is comprised of the following:
Online Theory Course- R1750.00
Practical sail Training- R2500.00
Certification
At the end course you will receive a Mills Boat Academy Competent Crew Certificate of Completion
Who Is This Course for
A Competent Crew Course is the perfect course for any person wanting to learn how to sail a keelboat. We recommend this course for candidates over the age of 12.
Theory Course Fees Include
A Competent Crew Course Manual
Over 1h30 of video tutorials
Full access to online support
In-person support for Cape Town Candidate
A free downloadable COLREGS (Rules of the Rd) booklet
Access to the Competent Crew Theory for the duration of the course
Terms, Conditions and Indemnity
Candidates must read, sign and email a scanned copy of the signed terms & conditions to info@millsboatacademy.co.za in order to finalise the purchase of this course. Find the terms and conditions in the link below