Hands-on ISSA Accredited Courses

Become a Skipper

MASTER THE ART OF SAILING IN LEFKADA, GREECE

Stop dreaming about sailing the Mediterranean. Go from complete beginner to a fully licensed bareboat skipper in 6 days aboard luxury yachts in Lefkada, Greece.

Learn to Sail or already a Skipper?

Skipper Training Courses
from Zero to Master

We provide sailing yacht skipper courses, sailing training theory & practice, in the most beautiful bay in Lefkada, Greece. We offer comprehensive sailing courses for everyone, conducted by our experienced instructors, providing hands-on practical skills and knowledge for safe navigation in the sea. Become a Sailing Yacht Skipper & join the SAIL2DAY.CLUB

Find Your Level

Where are you on your sailing journey?

Select your current experience level to find the perfect course!

Inshore Skipper Training Course

"I never Sailed Before!"

Discover the joy of sailing in a relaxed, safe environment.

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Offshore Skipper Training Course

"I want to Master my Skills!"

Advanced handling, night navigation, and offshore passages.

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Specialized Workshops & Trainings

Catamaran Masterclass Training Course

Catamaran Masterclass Training Course

Catamarans handle differently from monohulls β€” this course covers twin-engine maneuvering, wide-beam docking, and sail trim, drilled hands-on until it's second nature.

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Med Mooring Masterclass Training Course

Med Mooring Masterclass Training Course

Stern-to docking is the maneuver every skipper dreads. Practice it in real harbour conditions, again and again, until reversing into a tight berth feels routine.

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ISSA VHF / SRC Operator Training Course & License

ISSA VHF / SRC Operator Training Course & License

Enroll into VHF / SRC Operator Course, complete successfully the theory & exams and get the ISSA VHF/SRC Operator Certificate, that allows you to use the yacht's VHF in a proper way.

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ISSA First Aid for Skippers Training Course & Certificate

ISSA First Aid for Skippers Training Course & Certificate

A specialized First Aid course focusing on general emergency scenarios CPR, AED, Choking & marine-specific scenarios like drowning and hypothermia.

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Personal Growth

Global Standards

The International Sailing Schools Association (ISSA) sets the benchmark for maritime education worldwide. Our accreditation ensures you receive training that meets rigorous global technical standards, recognized in harbors from the Mediterranean to the Caribbean.

Whether you're seeking competence for coastal cruising or the technical mastery required for offshore passages, an ISSA certification is your passport to the seas.

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Internationally Recognized Valid for chartering worldwide.
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Why Choose Us

for your Skipper Courses?

Not sure where to start to learn to sail?

Our sailing school and instructors are certified by ISSA Sailing Schools Association and provide Crew, Skipper & VHF Certificates that are valid for life.

Certified & Experienced
Instructors

Our instructors are dedicated to help you gain and improve your skills in sailing, docking, manoeuvring and more, from theory to practice.

ISSA Certificates
Valid for Life

ISSA Certificates are globally recognized and valid for life. Charter a yacht or skipper your own boat. Inshore Skipper (ICC), VHF Radio, Offshore Skipper.

Ongoing Support to achieve
your Goals

Whether you are a newcomer or an experienced sailing enthusiast, we are here to support and guide you, to achieve your goals.

Ideal Sailing Training
Destination

Our base in Lefkada, Greece is an ideal destination, carefully chosen to provide you with an unforgettable, safe and seamless sailing training experience!

Sail2day private pontoon, Vliho Bay, Lefkada
Our Home Base

Vliho Bay, Lefkada

Protected from all sides, Vliho Bay in Lefkada offers calm waters and instant access to the South Ionian island archipelago.

  • Direct departure to Meganisi, Fiskardo, and Kioni
  • 45-minute transfer from PVK (Preveza) Airport
  • Private pontoon facilities, water, refueling and provisioning

Base Coordinates & Access

Location: Vliho, Lefkada Island, Greece

Coordinates: 38Β°41'N 20Β°43'E

Operating Season: April – October

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