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Zero to Hero – ISSA Combined Fastrack Yacht Course – 14 Days

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The Zero to Hero Course is SIA’s most popular course. Why?  The answer is a thorough course, which is very attractively priced and offers a fun introduction to becoming a recreational yacht skipper.  The course is essentially 4 courses that can be learned as one option, the ‘classic course’ 14 days in duration or two other options – the dates of courses are explained on this link in detail.

The 4 elements to the course are Yacht Crew, VHF Radio, Inshore Skipper 1 and Inshore Skipper 2. There are handbooks that are available to students for elements to this course. These can be purchased at the shop individually or in the near future as a compendium edition.

Subjects covered in this course are as follows;

  • Safety
  • Tides and Currents
  • IALA Buoyage
  • Understanding the Compass
  • Navigation using Charts and Chart Plotters
  • Engines
  • Rules of the Road
  • Weather
  • Modern Yacht Electronics
  • VHF Radio
  • Pilotage and Passage Planning
  • Boat Handling in confined areas
  • Anchoring
  • Points of Sail and Sail Trimming
  • Berthing
  • Knots and rope handling

 

COURSE AVAILABILTY: This course is 14 days duration

Phuket courses start 1st – 14th or 15th – 28th each month

Pattaya courses start on 7th – 20th each month

– the start date you select below is an indication, we will contact you directly to confirm availability



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ISSA Zero to Hero Course

Learn to Sail with our ISSA Zero to Hero Course which is available, twice, every month, in Phuket, Thailand, as well as occasionally at our Phillipine and Malaysian Sailing bases.The Zero to Hero sailing courses are fast track courses for anyone who want to skipper a yacht safely and independently in the shortest time possible.  The course comprises of 4 courses rolled into one - Yacht Crew, VHF Radio, Inshore Skipper 1 and Inshore Skipper 2

The Zero to Hero is ideal for new boat owners, aspiring crew members and anyone who wants to fast forward their learning and get sailing quickly.  Check out www.yachttraininginasia.com for more information on this very popular course.

We strongly recommend the 14 day Classic course as it is 40% longer than most sailing Schools.  You get a longer, more thorough course and leave us knowing so much and being competent in all the skills in the syllabus. Students taking this course really learn how to sail and skipper a yacht safely, efficiently and enjoyably!  Compare our 14 day course to other schools, before spending your money.

ISSA Zero to Hero Course

Learn to Sail with our ISSA Zero to Hero Course which is available, twice, every month, in Phuket, Thailand, as well as occasionally at our Phillipine and Malaysian Sailing bases.The Zero to Hero sailing courses are fast track courses for anyone who want to skipper a yacht safely and independently in the shortest time possible.  The course comprises of 4 courses rolled into one - Yacht Crew, VHF Radio, Inshore Skipper 1 and Inshore Skipper 2

The Zero to Hero is ideal for new boat owners, aspiring crew members and anyone who wants to fast forward their learning and get sailing quickly.  Check out www.yachttraininginasia.com for more information on this very popular course.

We strongly recommend the 14 day Classic course as it is 40% longer than most sailing Schools.  You get a longer, more thorough course and leave us knowing so much and being competent in all the skills in the syllabus. Students taking this course really learn how to sail and skipper a yacht safely, efficiently and enjoyably!  Compare our 14 day course to other schools, before spending your money.

ISSA Zero to Hero Course

Learn to Sail with our ISSA Zero to Hero Course which is available, twice, every month, in Phuket, Thailand, as well as occasionally at our Phillipine and Malaysian Sailing bases.The Zero to Hero sailing courses are fast track courses for anyone who want to skipper a yacht safely and independently in the shortest time possible.  The course comprises of 4 courses rolled into one - Yacht Crew, VHF Radio, Inshore Skipper 1 and Inshore Skipper 2

The Zero to Hero is ideal for new boat owners, aspiring crew members and anyone who wants to fast forward their learning and get sailing quickly.  Check out www.yachttraininginasia.com for more information on this very popular course.

We strongly recommend the 14 day Classic course as it is 40% longer than most sailing Schools.  You get a longer, more thorough course and leave us knowing so much and being competent in all the skills in the syllabus. Students taking this course really learn how to sail and skipper a yacht safely, efficiently and enjoyably!  Compare our 14 day course to other schools, before spending your money.

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ISSA Zero to Hero Course

Learn to Sail with our ISSA Zero to Hero Course which is available, twice, every month, in Phuket, Thailand, as well as occasionally at our Phillipine and Malaysian Sailing bases.The Zero to Hero sailing courses are fast track courses for anyone who want to skipper a yacht safely and independently in the shortest time possible.  The course comprises of 4 courses rolled into one - Yacht Crew, VHF Radio, Inshore Skipper 1 and Inshore Skipper 2

The Zero to Hero is ideal for new boat owners, aspiring crew members and anyone who wants to fast forward their learning and get sailing quickly.  Check out www.yachttraininginasia.com for more information on this very popular course.

We strongly recommend the 14 day Classic course as it is 40% longer than most sailing Schools.  You get a longer, more thorough course and leave us knowing so much and being competent in all the skills in the syllabus. Students taking this course really learn how to sail and skipper a yacht safely, efficiently and enjoyably!  Compare our 14 day course to other schools, before spending your money.

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