What is a flotilla?
You are the skipper, but you are not alone: Captain Sergy is on the radio all week, and the whole fleet is around you.
Why you will enjoy traveling with us
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No planningWe pick the region, the route, the safe anchorages and the marinas. You focus on one thing: skippering. -
Sergy on the radioCaptain Sergy is on the radio all week: passage plans, weather, where to anchor, how to approach a tricky mooring. You are never alone at sea. -
Fun for the skipper tooDinners, a beach party and a dance class are planned for you and your crew. You get to enjoy the week, not just run it. -
Yacht booking helpNo gamble on the charter: we help you choose and book the best yacht for your budget.
Start and finish: Alimos Marina, Athens (ATH airport, ~35 km)
Schedule: 15 May, 13:00 — 22 May, 9:00
Turn this video into your reality
Sleeping places: 9
7 days of adventures
Sleeping places: 10
catamaran, as you wish
I am Sergy – Skipper, with 8 years of experience. I got a license in Ireland after passing the Royal Yacht Association (RYA) program and I'm ISSA licensed too. Navigated 25 000+ nautical miles on yachts in the seas and Atlantic, Indian and Pacific oceans.
I live my life like you and organize soulful trips on seas and oceans in Europe, Asia, and America.
My goal is to open a world of a completely different and unique type of adventure as sailing is to as many people as possible. It happened to me 8 years ago, and now I want to show you how majestic the world can be from a yacht view.
If you want to become my colleague and become a skipper, I have an official permit to educate you and issue a license.
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"The thought to join a flotilla is because you're not on your own. If you want something you don't know, it's a no-brainer: you just call and ask. It is very supportive."
Robertas from Dublin, our Sailing School graduate who joined the flotilla as a skipper
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"Sergy gives you time to discover the solution yourself, but he's always there to support when needed."
Kate, Sailing School graduate
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"I felt safe at any time. Sergy knew exactly in what moment he had to step in."
Alinda, DJ from Zurich, Sailing School graduate
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"I found what I wanted: to become the skipper. This is my first step on that road."
Vlad from London, Sailing School graduate
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"I felt safe basically always. The step-by-step learning curve made us confident."
David from Amsterdam, inland skipper who trained with us at sea
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Robertas, Dublin
Our students, in their own words
Kate, Sailing School
Alinda, Zurich
Giulio, León
Andreas, Switzerland
Vlad, London
David, the Netherlands
- 7 days living and sailing aboard the yacht or catamaran
- Licensed captain and yacht insurance
- Sailing lessons with the captain, if you want
- Final cleaning, bed linen and towels
- Flotilla activities on board and on land
- Flights to and from Athens (ATH)
- Food, drinks and fuel (shared onboard kitty) €180-240
- Refundable yacht security deposit €250
- Optional extras on land (restaurants, taxis, entrance fees)
Frequently asked questions
What is Skippers Practice?
A week for licensed skippers inside our Signature Flotilla, our biggest flotilla of the year. You skipper your own chartered yacht with your own crew, and your yacht becomes part of the fleet: same route, same anchorages, same dinners and activities as everyone else. Captain Sergy is on the radio all week. It is not a separate flotilla.
Which licence do I need?
A valid skipper licence. Every skipper has a call with Captain Sergy before anything is booked, so we can talk through your licence and experience and make sure this week is the right first command for you.
Who is responsible for the yacht?
You are. You are the skipper in command of your yacht and your crew. You are not alone, though: all communication goes through Captain Sergy, who is on the radio all week and helps with passage plans, weather, where to anchor and how to approach a tricky mooring.
How big can my crew be?
You bring your own crew: friends, family or colleagues. How many people can join depends on the yacht you charter, and we help you choose one that fits your group and your budget.
Does my crew join the flotilla events?
Yes. Skippers and their crews join every flotilla event, same as all other participants: a big shared dinner with live music, a social dance class taught by Sergy, a beach party under the stars, quests and prizes. The whole program is covered for your guests, and for you.
Where do we sail?
From Alimos Marina in Athens through the Saronic islands: Agistri, Methana, Poros, Dokos, Ermioni and Moni. Short passages and sheltered water make it a good area for a first command. The route is flexible: the stops depend on the wind and the weather.
How do I get there?
Fly to Athens International Airport (ATH). The start and finish is Alimos Marina, about 40 minutes from the airport. We help coordinate transfers and connect you with guests arriving the same day.
What's the weather like in May?
Days around 22–24 °C, sea around 19 °C, and the calmest month of the year in the Saronic Gulf. Fresh for swimming, perfect for sailing and walking, and no summer crowds.
How do I book?
Leave your details in the form. Every skipper has a call with Captain Sergy before anything is booked. There are only 3 skipper spots in this flotilla.
More questions about sailing with us — experience, food, packing, payment, cancellations — are answered on our FAQ page.
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