“Fortuna 17” regatta in Croatia
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Start:Uvala Baluni 8, 21000, Split, Croatia
Finish:Uvala Baluni 8, 21000, Split, Croatia
“Fortuna 17” regatta in Croatia
Unfortunately, due to the situation with COVID-19, the regatta in 2020 was canceled.
Yacht Club "Fortuna" will hold the spring regatta in Croatia once again. If you want to try yachting and learn how to manage the yacht if you dream of spending an active and unforgettable vacation - you are in the right place.
You can take part in the regatta individually, and we will select a team of people who are close in spirit to you. If you are a beginner - you are welcome to join! There will be experienced participants who will help you learn new skills and get the initial sailing experience.
And if you have your own team you can rent the whole yacht and go for the main prize!
“Fortuna 17” regatta in Croatia
September 19, 2020 — September 26, 2020from €1,350 / 8 days / 1pers.
Events schedule
13:00 - Transfer from Zagreb Airport to the Pirovac Marina.
18:30 - Arrival at Pirovac Marina, welcome champagne, receiving gifts.
19:30 - Dinner at the restaurant, a welcome speech from the organizers.
Training day
07:00 - Yoga on the pier.
08:00 - Breakfast on boats.
09:00 - Yacht School (boat construction, team work, basic maneuvers).
11:00 - Going out to the water, training in teams.
16:00 - Mooring in the Zadar marina. Evening walk in the old town and the promenade.
19:00 - Dinner at the restaurant. A game of Mafia.
07:00 - Yoga on the pier.
08:00 - Breakfast on boats.
09:00 - Yacht School (team work at the regatta).
11:00 - Start of the 1st race.
13:00 - Start of the 2nd navigation race Zadar - Sutomišćica. Short race.
15:00 - Arrival at Preko Marina.
18:30 - Dinner at the restaurant.
07:00 - Yoga on the pier.
08:00 - Breakfast on boats.
09:00 - Yacht School (fine tuning of sails, racing tactics).
11:00 - Start of the 3rd navigation race to Biograd.
13:00 - Lunch on boats.
14:00 - Start of short technical races 4 and 5 "Boston".
16:30 - Mooring in the marina of Biograd.
19:00 - Dinner at the restaurant, award ceremony for the winners of the day.
07:00 - Yoga on the pier.
08:00 - Breakfast on boats.
09:00 - Yacht School (work with the gennaker).
10:30 - Start of the 6th race (navigation) Biograd - Murter.
13:00 - Lunch on boats.
14:30 - Start of race number 7 (ring)
17:00 - Mooring in the marina of Khramin.
19:00 - Dinner at the restaurant.
07:00 - Yoga on the pier.
08:00 - Breakfast on boats
09:00 - Skipper meeting.
10:30 - Start of the 8th race (navigation) Murter - Kornati.
12:30 - Lunch on boats.
13:30 - Start of the 9th race (navigation) Kornati - Ravni Zakan.
17:00 - Mooring in the marina.
17:00 - Dinner at the restaurant. Awarding the winners of the regatta.
May 01, 2020
07:00 - Yoga on the pier.
08:00 - Breakfast on boats.
09:00 - Skipper meeting.
10:00 - Going to the sea.
10:30 - Pršut Cup race (the prize is dried pork leg - pršut).
13:00 - Lunch on boats.
14:00 - Free time, sunbathing and swimming.
16:00 - Refueling.
17:30 - Arrival in the Pirovac Marina.
19:30 - Dinner at the restaurant. Awarding the winners of Pršut Cup, dancing, gift auction.
05:00 - Departure of the bus to Zagreb.
08:00 - Leaving the boats.
Location
The regatta starts in the marina of Pirovac. We will visit such Croatian cities as Zadar, Sutomistica, Biograd, Murter. We will also visit the Kornati National Park. The regatta will end at the Pirovac Marina.
FAQ
Can I participate in a regatta if I don’t have yachting experience?
Yes, of course. There will be an experienced skipper and team members on the yacht. They will give you a role and teach you everything you need to know to be a useful team member and feel comfortable.
Will I be able to steer a yacht?
Yes, all team members will definitely try themselves in different roles to better understand each other. Standing at the helm is an integral part of training for beginners as well as setting sails, and helping the team during moorings.
Where will I live during the regatta?
As a rule, participants in the regatta live on the yacht. The boat has everything you need for a comfortable stay: nice beds, a kitchen, a shower with toilet. If you do not want to live on a yacht, then you can arrange to stay at the hotel onshore.
What will we eat?
The crew decides altogether what kind of food they prefer to eat and makes necessary purchases. Simple dishes can be cooked, usually taking turns. Some regattas offer daily meals and intensive evening program for all crews.
Do you help with a visa?
We can make an invitation for a visa, but you need to apply for a visa by yourself.
Will I have seasick? What should I do if I have sickness?
Most people tolerate some seasickness easily. If you feel that you are starting to feel sick, it is best to get at the steering wheel or tune the sails. Get yourself busy, show your body that you don’t have time to get sick, you have to fight for victory in the race. There are also many quite effective medicines from sickness. If you start taking them in advance, then the probability of seasickness is almost zero.
How and where will I meet the crew and the captain?
Before each trip, we organize an online meeting where participants get to know each other and the captain. The captain will answer all your questions. The crew will have a group chat so you can get to know each other before the start of the regatta. Then you will meet in the marina.
What clothes do I need?
The main rule is to dress comfortably and according to the weather. Clothing: • windbreaker and pants or shorts; • shirt/jacket with UV protection (thermal underwear and fleece); • adjustable hat/cap; • gloves. We recommend to purchase a long-sleeved jacket with UV protection in order to protect yourself from the sun and strong wind. Yachting shoes should be: • light, with non-slip white outsole; • with the fixed heel; • with a tightly closed nose. During the sailing without shoes, you can fall or injure your fingers and feet on the deck. There are many protruding parts on the boat that are easy to catch. Unfortunately, even experienced sailors are not protected from unpleasant injuries when they ignore this simple rule.
