Q & A

Safety, first rule for a sailor.

Our sailing courses are taught in safety and always supervised by our instructors. It is important to always listen carefully to their suggestions and advise and follow their lead. During the course you will wear a safety vest or belt any time it is necessary and you will sail on stable and safe boats, always suitable for you. Orza Scuola Vela is anyhow well-equipped to face little first-aid accidents. For other cases, medical assistance will be called immediately.

Will I have a tough time to adapt and keep up with the rhythm for a whole week?

You will see that you will not even realize it and, at the end of the course, you will not want to leave! Some blisters on your hands or extra dips out of the program will be the first stories to share with your friends at home!

Do I need physical strength to sail?

No, you will not make too much effort, boats of first level do not require excessive efforts. You will sail on boats used by teenagers and children that are certainly suitable for adults, even skinny and slight ones. During the course for beginners the program is pretty light and gives plenty of opportunity to have fun.

What kind of environment will I find at a sailing course?

You will find a very informal environment, so bring casual and sporty outfits.

What kind of luggage shall I bring?

Soon a detailed list of what to put in your bag will be available online. For the time being, you can call our office and you will get all proper information. Please remember to leave at home your  hard suitcase and use only soft bags (that you can easily store), preferably water-proof ones.

Do you suffer from any allergies?

If you suffer from insect allergy or are subject to a special reaction from insect stung, please inform our staff when signing up to a sailing course, and please bring all you need to intervene.

Do you suffer from food allergies?

If you suffer from food allergy please inform our staff immediately when signing up to our sailing course, and you will be served suitable meals. You can also bring special food with you to eat during the course.

Are you vegan or vegetarian?

If you are vegan or vegetarian, please inform our staff when signing up to our sailing course, and you will be served suitable meals. You can also bring special food with you to eat during the course.