The best skipper course in Croatia
Become a Skipper + Category C License
A career at sea starts here
Earn an internationally recognized Category C License (up to 18 meters) through professional training, real sailing experience, hands-on practice on catamarans and sailing yachts, and training in real Adriatic conditions. A course with no previous experience required and employment opportunities available.
The BECOME A SKIPPER course organized by Skipper4You is the best skipper course in Croatia for anyone who wants real knowledge, practical experience, and an internationally recognized Category C License (up to 18 meters) — even with absolutely no previous sailing experience. This intensive program combines practical sailing and theory to prepare you for the exam and for a professional career in nautics. The course takes place at Marina Agana near Trogir and is conducted in Croatian and English.
18.04.
– 09.05.2026.
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02.05.
– 23.05.2026.
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10.10.
– 31.10.2026.
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- an internationally recognized Category C License (up to 18 meters)
- accommodation throughout the full three-week program
- a professional Yachtmaster instructor
- e-learning + VR HUB training (2 hours)
- fuel, marinas, logbook, and certifications
- liability insurance
- use of sailing gear throughout the duration of the course
- Harbour Master’s Office exam (Croatian citizens: €72; other nationalities who do not speak Croatian: €135)
- medical examination (approx. €70, depending on the city where it is carried out)
- meals during the course for you and the instructor (approx. €200 per participant)
- transportation
- trip cancellation insurance
Boat maneuvering
Mooring, leaving the berth (departure), and docking approach
Navigation
Chart work, course plotting, day and night navigation, meteorology.
Skipper skills
Skipper responsibility, sail trimming and reefing, knots, and passage planning
Technical knowledge
Engine checks, troubleshooting, working with onboard systems, and sail-related issues.
Safety at sea
Safety procedures + man overboard rescue training
Social and professional skills
Guest relations, cooperation with charter companies, and crisis situations.
FAQ
No previous experience is required. The course starts from the very beginning, regardless of whether someone already has prior experience and knowledge or not.
After paying the deposit, all participants will receive access details by email for the S4Y E-learning platform, where they will find study materials and various knowledge quizzes. The course price also includes 4 hours of VR HUB training, which can be accessed before arriving at the course and covers sailing yachts and catamarans.
After completing the course and taking the exam, all participants obtain the Boat Skipper Category C license.
Why skipper4you?
Top-quality vessels – no compromises
Training is held on premium vessels from renowned companies Sunsail and The Moorings. We use only new, safe, and high-quality boats, because your safety and experience depend on it.
Real conditions in a training area without unnecessary wandering
The training takes place at Marina Agana near Trogir, which is ideal for learning skipper skills, so you do not waste time on aimless sailing from point to point.
VR + e-learning + S4Y Crew App
The first in the world to offer VR training in skipper education and e-learning preparation — plus access to the S4Y Crew App, a professional platform for skipper employment.
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People also asked
No. Each cabin is shared by two people, and if someone wants a private cabin, an additional fee must be paid.
It is difficult to say exactly when to apply, as the number of participants is limited. A maximum of 6 participants can be accommodated on each boat, which is why it is necessary to pay a deposit in order to reserve your spot.
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