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practical information

Everything you need to know before joining your course — from meeting points and equipment to safety rules.

Before you get onboard

To make the most of your experience, we recommend arriving well prepared. Sailing is an outdoor activity influenced by weather and conditions, so comfort and preparedness are important.

What to keep in mind:

  1. Arrive latest 15 minutes early for check-in and briefing

  2. Dress according to the weather forecast, see more information below

  3. Let us know about any medical conditions or concerns beforehand

  4. Bring a positive attitude and enjoy the experience!

Meeting point

All courses start from Kongen Marina unless otherwise specified in your booking confirmation.

Important details:

  1. The adress of Kongen Marina is Frognerstranda 4, 0250 Oslo.

  2. Please arrive on time — the boat cannot wait for late arrivals

  3. Meet at the large orange information tower close to the restaurant. Look for the Oslo Sail Academy flag or instructor

  4. If any problems finding the boat in time: call +47 91568223

 

What to bring

We provide life jackets to all participants. However, there are a few personal items you should bring to stay comfortable for maximum joy.

We recommend:

  1. Comfortable shoes with good grip (please avoid black soles/shoes that leave marks)

  2. Sunglasses and sunscreen

  3. Water bottle and food (ready to eat without further preparations)

  4. Change of clothes (optional, but recommended)

Clothing & weather

Weather conditions on the water can change quickly, even during summer. It often feels colder at sea due to wind and water exposure.

We recommend:

  1. Wear several layers (3 layers recommended) instead of one thick jacket

  2. Wear a jacket (and trousers if possible) suitable for wet conditions and wind

  3. Avoid garments made of cotton (dries poorly)

  4. If available, bring extra protection against wind and rain

  5. Wear clothes you don’t mind getting slightly wet

Safety & insurance

Your safety is our top priority. All instructors are certified and experienced in both sailing and safety procedures.

What’s included:

  1. Well qualified sailing instructors on every course

  2. Life jackets provided for all participants

  3. Oslo Seilakademi’s insurance covers damage that may arise from negligence in connection with our courses and activities. Further details are set out in a separate participant and liability agreement.

Your responsibility:

  1. Follow your instructor’s instructions at all times

  2. Inform us about any limitations or health concerns

Frequently asked questions regarding beginner courses. For other courses, see the course section.

  • No prior sailing knowledge is required. This course is designed specifically for complete beginners.

  • The beginner course is designed for those who are new to sailing and have no prior experience. It is suitable for anyone looking for a safe and practical introduction to sailing.
    Participants must be 18 years of age or older, or attend together with at least one parent or guardian.

  • You gain confidence handling a larger sailing yacht, learn professional safety procedures and experience genuine teamwork on the Oslofjord.
    By the end of the course, you will master the fundamentals of manoeuvring a large yacht in and out of harbour, setting and lowering sails, and sailing in varying conditions. This provides a solid foundation for your continued sailing journey.

  • The course takes place in the Inner Oslofjord. We sail among the beautiful islands of the fjord and use Bunnefjorden or Lysakerfjorden for more open‑water sailing, depending on weather and conditions.

  • The beginner courses run from April to October. Available dates can be found in the course schedule.
    Each course is delivered over one weekend, following this timetable:

    • Friday: 16:30–21:00

    • Saturday: 10:00–17:00

    • Sunday: 10:00–17:00

  • Yes. After completing the beginner course, you have several options to further develop your skills. You can join our racing courses or take an ICC course through one of our partners. The ICC certificate allows you to charter sailing yachts in most parts of the world.
    We also offer tailored courses for groups who wish to train further after the beginner course. Please note that sailing skills are perishable and need regular practice to stay sharp.

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