Sailing courses for all levels — from complete beginners to experienced sailors looking to sharpen their skills. All courses are held in the waters of Punat on the island of Krk and neighboring northern Adriatic islands.
3-DAY
A condensed three-day program focused on key practical sailing skills: hoisting and lowering sails, basic trimming, tacking and gybing, and the basics of navigation and safe handling of a sailing yacht.
7-DAY
An advanced weekly program on a “performance cruiser” sports sailing yacht, ideal for sailors who want a higher level of control, precise maneuvers, fine trimming, and advanced navigation.
3-DAY + 2 DAYS REGATTA
An intensive regatta training on a “performance cruiser” sailing yacht. Through daily practical exercises, master advanced sail trim, tactics, start procedures, teamwork and maneuvers under pressure.
10-DAY
An offshore expedition program on the aluminum cruiser Dolphin 50, “Amica”. Includes night navigation, watch system, meteorology for long routes, safety procedures and planning of multi-day offshore stages.
At NAS SAILING CENTER we offer a complete progression path for sailors of every level. Whether you are stepping on a sailboat for the first time or refining techniques for offshore passages, our instructors guide you every step of the way in the crystal-clear waters around the island of Krk.
Our 3-day beginner course is designed for complete beginners — no prior knowledge required. You will learn to handle the boat, trim the sails, and navigate safely. The 7-day advanced course builds on those fundamentals with night passages, precision maneuvers, and longer coastal routes.
Competitive sailors can join our 5-day regatta course, covering race starts, tactics, and boat speed optimization. For those looking to sail beyond coastal waters, the 10-day offshore course covers heavy weather sailing, watch systems, and ocean passage planning.
All participants receive a course completion certificate. Graduates of any NAS course receive a 10–15% discount on sailboat charter (seasonal). Join thousands of satisfied participants and discover the joy of sailing in Croatia.
We recommend sportswear according to the season, raincoat (or waterproof jacket), flat-soled shoes, caps/hats, sunscreen and possibly motion sickness medication if you are prone to seasickness.
No prior knowledge is needed for the beginner course. For the advanced, regatta, and offshore courses, previous sailing experience is recommended — contact us if unsure which level suits you best.
The instructor will adapt the program to conditions - sheltered areas can be used, practice maneuvers in the marina, or postpone certain segments. Safety has priority.
Yes, the boat has enough cabins. You can choose a shared cabin (lower price) or exclusive cabin (solo option).
Yes, every participant receives a certificate of course completion and acquired skills, which you can use for further education or to obtain a discount on boat rental.
