Who it's for: Anyone who's done Yacht Crew (or equivalent) and wants to take the helm. First level where you lead, not just execute.
Inshore Skipper
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Last updated: February 13, 2026
Based on ISSA standards and FairHelm methodology.View ISSA course
Prerequisites
Yacht Crew (ISSA or equivalent); confirmed yacht experience; readiness to lead
Learning objectives
- Independent coastal skipper; navigation (chart, compass, calculations)
- Passage planning; maneuvers in confined space; anchoring and mooring
- Decisions under pressure; command without chaos
- Resilience as a skill; learning from your own mistakes and the crew's
Who it's for
Anyone who's done Yacht Crew (or equivalent) and wants to take the helm. First level where you lead, not just execute.
What's included
Instruction, certificate. Accommodation may be on board or arranged by yourself. Full liveaboard format.
Group size
Max 4 participants - small groups with individual attention
Next start dates
Dates on request. Contact us for current start dates.
Certified CourseISSA Inshore Skipper
Certificate (ISSA fee): 155 EUR. (paid by student) Postage is not included.See all certificate costs
Requirements
- Yacht Crew (ISSA or equivalent)
- Confirmed yacht experience
- Readiness to take responsibility and act as leader
Goals
Sail
Independent coastal skipper; navigation (chart, compass, calculations); passage planning; maneuvers in confined space; anchoring and mooring; engine and boat systems; log-keeping.
Mental/leadership
Decisions under pressure; command without chaos; clear communication with crew; resilience as a skill; learning from your own mistakes and the crew's.
Based on ISSA standards and FairHelm methodology.Mindhelm methodology
For whom
- You already have Yacht Crew (or equivalent) and real time on board
- You want to move from crew to command
- You are ready to take responsibility for the boat and people
What to expect
- Rotation of skipper role: Each participant takes turns as skipper - plans route, gives commands, carries responsibility. Instructor observes and corrects but does not replace you.
- Real scenarios: Navigation largely without GPS (except safety); weather, fatigue and limits are part of the training.
- Daily cycle: Planning → Execution → Debrief → Recovery
Program summary
1
Day 0 (Sat evening)
Boarding, safety briefing, course overview, role allocation
2
Days 1 - 6
Navigation, maneuvers, mooring, weather, risk, stress scenarios; skipper rotation; debriefs
3
Day 7 (Sat morning)
Return to port, debrief, certificates
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Format:
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Level:
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Duration:
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Certificate (ISSA fee)50 EUR
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Yacht Crew — Mindhelm
7 days / 6 nights
From €1,000 - 1,500 per person (depends on location and group size)
Duration:
7 days / 6 nights (Saturday evening - Saturday morning)
Format:
Liveaboard - full immersion on the yacht
Methodology:
Mindhelm Framework
Certificate (ISSA fee)55 EUR
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Offshore Skipper
7 days / 6 nights
From €1,500 per person (by dates and route)
Format:
Expedition - learning in real night passages
Duration:
7 days / 6 nights
Watches:
2 participants + instructor per watch
Certificate (ISSA fee)180 EUR
Expedition format with real night passages. Watches: 2 participants + instructor. Methodology: Autonomy, Command & Deep Resilience. We train resilience on the distance, not heroics.
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