Manobras de Marina

It approaches techniques for maneuvering with a motor inside a marina whenever space is scarce and a fundamental precision. This course is ideal for everyone who wants to improve and practice as their "boat handling" in small spaces.

Through a set of simple exercises, but you will learn and practice a set of precious techniques to solve most situations that can suffer whenever someone maneuvers in open spaces. These applied techniques are customized with reduced crew (including only) so that whenever there is a crew available, everything is simple.

A fundamental option for those who wish to acquire confidence to maneuver in restricted spaces and feel comfortable in one of the most difficult and often feared tasks on board.

Program

Correct mooring of the sailboat;

Use of springs and lasso;

Propeller pitch and rotation points;

Influence of current and wind;

Rotation in tight spaces;

Enter a marina place (bow and stern);

Run a cable ("Slip");

Momentum

Pull over;

"Springing off" (move the bow and stern away)

"Ferry Gliding";

sailpower

(Offer included in the "Introduction to Boat Handling for Sail and Power" price)

Local

Porto de Recreio de Oeiras offers quick access to a high quality water plan. It has modern and quality infrastructures to support the practice of water sports, including restaurants, shops, changing rooms, security and parking.

In the vicinity are several beaches, an ocean swimming pool and a promenade. Its location at the entrance to Tejo allows you to sail in the open sea with clear waters or choose to navigate in the more sheltered waters of the Tagus.

Theoretical classes take place in a room approved by DGRM in Porto de Recreio de Oeiras. Practical classes also take place from the Port of Recreio de Oeiras, in vessels duly accredited for the purpose.

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Coordenadas GPS: N38º40.580 W009º19.109

Guarantee

We have always felt that "Satisfaction Guarantee" is not a very inspiring phrase. We want you to be satisfied, of course, but we prefer you to be absolutely delighted with your experience or training.

We are immensely proud of the work we do so we are not happy if you are not satisfied. If, for any reason, you are dissatisfied with the activity or experience you have chosen, you can repeat it at no additional cost.

In terms of training, we cannot guarantee that you will pass and obtain your certificate. But we can assure you that we will do everything we can to achieve your goals.

That is why we are the only company to offer you a "Learning Agreement and Second Chance" (learning agreement and second chance) ensuring you the possibility to repeat your course (or parts) without additional costs.

Our aim is to improve your skills and ensure you have a memorable experience and we are committed to the result. We are confident that West Coast will live up to your expectations.