Maneuvering Course Barcelona: Dock with Confidence
Private lesson from Port Garraf, Sitges. Just you and Ricard on board — no groups, no strangers. The whole boat for practice.
Sound familiar?
Docking doesn't have to be stressful
- You feel anxious when the marina is busy and there's a crosswind.
- You avoid going out because docking fills you with dread.
- You don't know how to use propeller walk to your advantage.
- Maneuvering in tight spaces with current leaves you rattled.
The solution
Our maneuvering course is built specifically to repeat the critical techniques until they become instinctive — real practice, real conditions, expert feedback every step of the way.
One-on-one lesson
Just you and the instructor — or share the session with your crew. No strangers on board.
What you'll learn
A complete practical programme covering every critical docking and maneuvering technique.
Propeller Effect
Understand how your propeller behaves and use it strategically to make every maneuver easier.
- Right-hand vs. left-hand prop
- Prop walk in reverse
- Using prop wash in tight spaces
Lines & Springs
Professional use of dock lines and springs to pivot the boat with precision in any situation.
- Bow spring and stern spring
- Short-space maneuvering
- Pivoting techniques
Docking Approaches
Entry and exit at different angles, in wind and current, with and without help on the dock.
- Bow-in and stern-to docking
- Side-tie and med mooring
- Tight marina maneuvers
Anchoring & Man Overboard
Anchoring technique and MOB recovery — two situations where calm, practiced procedure matters most.
- Anchor approach and set
- MOB recovery sequence
- Kedging off
Lose your fear of the dock
Many sailors earn their licence but don't feel confident approaching the marina, especially in wind. This course repeats the critical maneuvers until they become second nature.
- Control of propeller walk and pivot point.
- Bow-in, stern-to, and tight-space maneuvering.
- Correct use of boat hook and dock lines.
- Crew coordination in high-pressure situations.
Investment per session
€250
/2h
+€100 per extra hour
Price per session, not per person — bring your crew
Frequently asked questions
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Book your maneuvering session
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Coming solo or as a group?
The price is per session, not per person. Come alone for intensive focus — or bring your partner, friends, or regular crew and share the experience. The boat is all yours.