An online class that offers practical, experience-based advice for chartering in Greece.
This online class covers a range of topics related to bareboat chartering in Greece spanning from the geography, the climate, the sailing season, and the prevailing winds. You'll learn about possible itineraries, the nautical publications, the charter agreement, and the procedures/formalities.
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ONLINE CLASS OVERVIEW
In this online class we'll cover a range of topics related to bareboat chartering in Greece spanning from the geography, the climate, the sailing season and the prevailing winds to the possible itineraries, the nautical publications, the charter agreement, and the ratted procedures/formalities. This online class is designed for sailors of all levels and there are no prerequisites.
WhY CHARTER A YaCHT IN GREECE?
Because simply it is considered one of the best sailing destinations in the world; Why? It’s the color and the crystal blue waters of the sea, the sunny and dry climate, the many different islands and destinations, the history and the culture, the food and of course the people and way of life. For all these reasons sailing in Greece is a lifetime experience.
What will i learn?
You will learn to navigate the ins and outs of bareboat chartering in Greece with practical, experience-based advice from Captain Dimitris Bampakos.
List of Topics:
GEOGRAPHY
- An introduction to Greek geography.
- A brief description of the two main Greek Seas, the Aegean and the Ionian.
CLIMATE AND SAILING SEASON
- Sailing season
- Prevailing winds
- Thermally driven winds
ITINERARIES
- Entry Points to cruising
- Planning a cruise itinerary
- Time and distance
- Degrees of difficulty
NAVIGATING THE GREEK SEAS
- Nautical Publications
- Charts
- List of Lights
- Pilot books
- Navionics
- GPS
- Tips for safe coastal and electronic navigation.
- Taking a good forecast
- Avoiding navigation hazards
- Tides and currents
- Mediterranean mooring
PROCEDURES AND REPORTING ISSUES
- The charter agreement; a legal binding document.
- Insurance and liability.
- Skipper’s briefing / checkin & checkout procedures / inventory list
- Reporting issues.
BAREBOAT
CHARTERING IN GREECE
From Planning to Confident Sailing
Bareboat chartering in Greece offers one of the most rewarding sailing experiences in the world, but success depends on preparation, local knowledge, and informed decision-making. This live online class delivers practical, experience-based guidance to help you charter with confidence, whether it’s your first time sailing in Greece or you’re looking to refine your approach.
Practical Knowledge for Sailing the Greek Seas
This online class goes beyond destination inspiration to focus on the realities of chartering and sailing in Greece. You’ll gain a clear understanding of Greek geography, climate, and seasonal wind patterns, including the Meltemi and thermally driven winds. The online class explores realistic itinerary planning, entry points to cruising areas, time and distance considerations, and varying degrees of difficulty between regions. You’ll also learn how to navigate safely using both traditional and electronic resources, interpret local forecasts, and avoid common coastal hazards.
Essential Guidance for a Smooth Charter Experience
Designed for sailors of all experience levels, this class also addresses the procedural and administrative aspects that can make or break a charter. Captain Dimitris walks you through charter agreements, insurance and liability considerations, skipper briefings, check-in and checkout procedures, and how to properly report issues during your charter. With live Q&A and on-demand replay access, you’ll leave with a clear, actionable understanding of how to plan, prepare, and execute a safe and unforgettable bareboat charter in Greece, turning a dream destination into a confident, well-managed sailing adventure.
YOUR HOST
Dimitris Bampakos
Founder and Lead Instructor, Fair Winds Sailing Greece
Dimitris Bampakos is a former Captain of the Greek Navy, an American Sailing Senior Master Instructor (SMI) and the founder of Fair Winds Sailing Greece. Most of his 26 years’ service in the Greek Navy was at sea as a Captain, XO, and deck officer on board frigates and fast patrol boats where he did more than 200.000 miles all over the world.
After his last command on board a warship in 2006, he started cruising and racing every summer in the Med. When serving in Virginia, USA from 2013 to 2016, he completed successfully all the ASA certifications up to the offshore ocean passage level (ASA 108) and he became an ASA instructor up to ASA 208 level.
During this period, he also cruised and raced in Chesapeake Bay, as well as, in the North Atlantic and the North Pacific Ocean becoming a proud member Patriot Sailing and BBSA. Since then he has taught sailing, seamanship and navigation providing ASA certifications.
In 2020, he was invited by ASA in Los Angeles to participate in an Instructor Evaluator Qualification Clinic. After the succesful completion of the clinic he became a Master Instructor. In 2023 he succesfully lead an Instructor Evaluator Qualification Clinic in Tampa Bay Florida and he became Senior Master Instructor.
Captain Dimitris Bampakos is a graduate of the National Defense University, USA, he holds a MSc. in Electronic System Engineering and he has been teaching radar and naval communication systems at a postgraduate level since 2000.
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ONLINE CLASS REGISTRATION
@ 4:30 PM PT / 7:30 PM ET (90 min)
Regular Price
$39
ASA Member Price
$29
ON-DEMAND ACCESS
All registrations include unlimited on-demand access to the recordings of the live online class. So if you are unable to attend live you can still register and watch at your leisure.
ASA MEMBER DISCOUNT
American Sailing Members can claim their discount in the Member Portal. If you're not a current member then for only $59/year you can join or renew today!
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