Zero to Hero Fast Track Courses - Learn to Skipper a Yacht

There are 3 options:


Option 1 "The Navigator"	From beginner up to Inshore Skipper level 1	Phuket courses start 1st - 9th each month or 15th - 23rd
Option 2 "The Skipper"	For those with Yacht Crew Cert(basic sailing skills), going up to Inshore Skipper 1 level.	Phuket courses start 5th -14th and 19th - 28th each month
Option 3 "The Classic"	All the way !!! From beginner to ISSA Inshore Skipper level 1&2. NOW Special Discount - FROM ONLY 61,000 THB if you book 90 days early?	Phuket courses start 1st - 14th or 15th - 28th each month Pattaya courses start on 7th - 20th each month

Learn to Sail with our Zero to Hero courses which are available every month in Phuket and Pattaya Thailand, as well as in the Phillipines.

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 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.

We strongly recommend the 14 day Classic course as it is 40% longer than most sailing Schools. You get a 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 course to other schools before spending your money.

A 9-Day learn to sail course for beginners to Inshore Skipper 1 level

This course starts with the Yacht Crew course on which you learn to sail a yacht and to be a useful crew member. This is combined with the Inshore Skipper 1 and the VHF radio Course. This takes you to the next level; allowing you to be the senior crew member on-deck whilst the skipper is resting below. You'll have basic navigation skills and the Watchkeeper qualification by the end of the course. You should always sail with a qualified skipper. You may also skipper a yacht as part of a supported flotilla. This course includes VHF radio certification.

Additional Details:

Zero-to-Hero Option 1 is a composite course. The normal schedule is:

Day    Activity
1       Learn to Sail - practical on the water . Beam Reach
2       Learn to Sail - practical on the water . Tacking, close haul
3       Learn to Sail - practical on the water . Gybing
4       Learn to Sail - practical on the water . Triangular course
5 Inshore Skipper 1 - VHF radio
6 Inshore Skipper 1 - theory . charts and navigation
7 Inshore Skipper 1 - theory . IRPC, bouyage, met
8 Inshore Skipper 1- practical . navigation
9 Inshore Skipper 1 - practical . boat handling

The schedule may be varied depending on weather and other considerations.

Previous experience: Not required

Qualifications: VHF Radio Operators Cert, Yacht Crew , Inshore Skipper 1

Duration: 9 days.

What's included: Safety equipment, Instruction, Yacht, Bottled Water, Fuel and Insurance

What's optional: ISSA Log book - A new App is coming soon!

What's required: Sun protection. Sun hat. Shorts that cover the knees when sitting are best. Footwear for on-board tennis shoes / trainers / Crocs. Some people like to use gloves. Lightweight wet weather clothing.

We can help you with the following on request:

Accommodation
Airport Transfer
Motor Bike or Car Rental
What to do and where to go in Phuket

Zero to Hero 'Navigator courses' run twice a month in Phuket.

Navigator courses start on 1st - 9th and 15th - 23rd of each month.
Not the right dates for you? Contact us, we can often arrange other dates. Private courses are possible if you give us enough time to schedule them in.
Book 90 days early for a great discount!

Zero to Hero 'Navigator courses' run once a month in Pattaya

Navigator courses start on 7th - 16th of every month
Not the right dates for you? Contact us, we can often arrange other dates
Book 90 days early for a great discount!

Private courses are possible if you give us enough time to schedule them in.

Location	Duration (days)	Early Booking Discount Price
Phuket	9 days	61,000THB		66,000THB
Pattaya	10 days	61,000THB		66,000THB

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A 10-Day learn to sail course for those that already have basic sailing skills

This is the 10-Day combination course for you if you already have basic sailing skills. The course includes , VHF Radio Operator and ISSA Inshore Skipper certificate (1 and 2).

You must have a Yacht Crew certificate or equivalent experience in order to enroll in this course. By the end of the course you will be qualified to skipper a yacht during the hours of daylight in good weather conditions. This course includes VHF Radio Certification.

Additional Details:

Zero-to-Hero Option 2 is composite course.

The normal schedule is:

Day Activity

1 Inshore Skipper 1 - VHF radio
2 Inshore Skipper 1 - theory . charts and navigation
3 Inshore Skipper 1 - theory . IRPC, bouyage, met
4 Inshore Skipper 1 - practical . navigation
5 Inshore Skipper 1 - practical . boat handling

6 Inshore Skipper 2 - theory . passage planning, safety, engines
7 Inshore Skipper 2 - theory . navigation, collision regs, lights
8 Inshore Skipper 2- practical . navigation, boat handling
9 Inshore Skipper 2 - practical . anchor, mooring, sail trim
10 Inshore Skipper 2 - practical . final assessment.

The schedule may be varied depending on weather and other considerations.

Previous experience: International Crew Certification, or equivalent experience

Duration: 10 days

Qualifications: VHF Radio Operators Cert, Inshore Skipper 1 &2

What's included: Safety equipment, Instruction, Yacht, Bottled Water, Fuel and Insurance

What's optional: ISSA log book

We can help you with the following on request:

Accommodation
Airport Transfer
Motor Bike or Car Rental
What to do and where to go in Phuket

Course Dates:

Phuket
Pattaya

Zero to Hero 'Skipper courses' run twice a month in Phuket.

Skipper courses start on 5th -14th and 19th - 28th of each month.
Not the right dates for you? Contact us, we can often arrange other dates. Private courses are possible if you give us enough time to schedule them in.
Book 90 days early for a great discount!

Zero to Hero 'Skipper courses' run once a month in Pattaya

Skipper courses start on 7th - 17th of every month
Not the right dates for you? Contact us, we can often arrange other dates
Book 90 days early for a great discount!

Private courses are possible if you give us enough time to schedule them in.

Location	Duration (days)	Early Booking Discount Price
Phuket	10 days	66,000THB		69,000THB
Pattaya	10 days	66,000THB		69,000THB

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A 14-Day Combination Course - from beginner to fully qualified skipper

The 'classic' course is by far our most popular course. Sail in Asia has almost completed 2000 Zero to Hero courses since 2004. This 14-day course takes you from complete beginner and ends with you becoming a qualified ISSA Inshore Skipper. With the full Inshore Skipper Certification you are able to charter a yacht anywhere in the world and skipper it safely during daylight hours and in good weather conditions. This course also includes the VHF Radio Operators Course.

Remember - you get 14 days not just 10 on this course. Many schools are cutting this course short to just 10 days. With Sail in Asia you get 4 days more - 40% more time - for a better price!

Additional Details:

Zero-to-Hero Option 3 is a composite course. The normal schedule is:

Day    Activity
1       Learn to Sail - practical on the water . Beam Reach
2       Learn to Sail - practical on the water . Tacking, close haul
3       Learn to Sail - practical on the water . Gybing
4       Learn to Sail - practical on the water . Triangular course
5 Inshore Skipper 1 - VHF radio
6 Inshore Skipper 1 - theory . charts and navigation
7 Inshore Skipper 1 - theory . IRPC, bouyage, met
8 Inshore Skipper 1 - practical . navigation
9 Inshore Skipper 1 - practical . boat handling

10 Inshore Skipper 2 - theory . passage planning, safety, engines
11 Inshore Skipper 2 - theory . navigation, collision regs, lights
12 Inshore Skipper 2 - practical . navigation, boat handling
13 Inshore Skipper 2- practical . anchor, mooring, sail trim
14 Inshore Skipper 2 - practical . final assessment.

The schedule may be varied depending on weather and other considerations.

Previous experience: None required

Duration: 14 days

Qualifications: VHF Radio Operators Cert, Yacht Crew, Inshore Skipper 1& 2

What's included: Safety equipment, Instruction, Yacht, Bottled Water, Fuel and Insurance

What's optional: ISSA Log Books

We can help you with the following on request:

Accommodation
Airport Transfer
Motor Bike or Car Rental
What to do and where to go in Phuket

Course Dates:

Phuket
Pattaya

Zero to Hero 'Classic' courses' run twice a month in Phuket

1st - 14th and 15th - 28th of every month in Phuket
Not the right dates for you? Contact us, we can often arrange other dates. Private courses are possible if you give us enough time to schedule them in. Book 90 days early for a great discount!

Zero to Hero 'Classic' courses' run once a month in Pattaya

7th - 20th of every month - weekends are free.
Not the right dates for you? Contact us, we can often arrange other dates. Book 90 days early for a great discount!

Zero to Hero 'Classic' courses' are run once a month in Palawan

Zero to Hero Classic in Palawan Philipines start mid month (ask for details) and last 21 days (weekednds are free). Book 90 days early for a great discount!