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Skipper Consulting and MCO offer high-quality digital products. Select a product that’s right for you and immerse yourself in modern online learning to boost your skills. Learn at your own pace, save money and travel time, and still have the opportunity to consult professional instructors.
WetterOnline – Basic/Inland with Dipl. Sebastian Wache
Understanding Weather – Sailing Safely.
This course comprises modules 1-5 (domestic)
This course covers modules 1-8 (inland + coast). Sailing without a profound understanding of weather development is like navigating without a compass. In our new online course, Dipl.-Met. Sebastian Wache – one of the most renowned marine weather experts in the German-speaking world – guides you through the fascinating and essential world of meteorology at sea. As a sought-after expert from radio, television, and the internet, as well as a passionate sailor, he knows how to convey complex concepts in a practical and understandable way.
The course consists of 5 interactive modules that are carefully structured and cover both fundamentals and advanced knowledge. From the physical basics of weather formation to the analysis of cloud patterns and the interpretation of weather maps and modern forecasting models, you will learn step by step how to correctly assess weather conditions and adapt your sailing actions accordingly.
🌊 Who is this course for?
This course comprises modules 1-5 (domestic)
This course covers modules 1-8 (inland + coast). Sailing without a profound understanding of weather development is like navigating without a compass. In our new online course, Dipl.-Met. Sebastian Wache – one of the most renowned marine weather experts in the German-speaking world – guides you through the fascinating and essential world of meteorology at sea. As a sought-after expert from radio, television, and the internet, as well as a passionate sailor, he knows how to convey complex concepts in a practical and understandable way.
The course consists of 5 interactive modules that are carefully structured and cover both fundamentals and advanced knowledge. From the physical basics of weather formation to the analysis of cloud patterns and the interpretation of weather maps and modern forecasting models, you will learn step by step how to correctly assess weather conditions and adapt your sailing actions accordingly.
🌊 Who is this course for?
- Inland sailors: A solid foundation for understanding weather phenomena and their impact on inland waters.
- Interactive learning with practical examples
- Expert knowledge directly from a professional – scientifically sound and tested on the water
- Flexible online access anytime and from anywhere
- Sustainable knowledge building for your own safety and that of your crew
WetterOnline – Coast with Sebastian Wache, graduate engineer
Understanding Weather – Sailing Safely.
This course covers modules 1-8 (inland + coast).
Sailing without a profound understanding of weather development is like navigating without a compass. In our new online course, Dipl.-Met. Sebastian Wache – one of the most renowned marine weather experts in the German-speaking world – guides you through the fascinating and essential world of meteorology at sea. As a sought-after expert in radio, television, and online media, as well as a passionate sailor, he knows how to convey complex concepts in a practical and understandable way.
The course consists of 12 interactive modules that are carefully structured and cover both fundamentals and advanced knowledge. From the physical basics of weather formation to the analysis of cloud patterns and the interpretation of weather maps and modern forecasting models, you will learn step by step how to correctly assess weather situations and adapt your sailing actions accordingly.
🌊 Who is this course for?
This course covers modules 1-8 (inland + coast).
Sailing without a profound understanding of weather development is like navigating without a compass. In our new online course, Dipl.-Met. Sebastian Wache – one of the most renowned marine weather experts in the German-speaking world – guides you through the fascinating and essential world of meteorology at sea. As a sought-after expert in radio, television, and online media, as well as a passionate sailor, he knows how to convey complex concepts in a practical and understandable way.
The course consists of 12 interactive modules that are carefully structured and cover both fundamentals and advanced knowledge. From the physical basics of weather formation to the analysis of cloud patterns and the interpretation of weather maps and modern forecasting models, you will learn step by step how to correctly assess weather situations and adapt your sailing actions accordingly.
🌊 Who is this course for?
- Coastal sailors: In-depth knowledge for interpreting local and regional weather developments as well as for safe area management.
- Interactive learning with practical examples
- Expert knowledge directly from a professional – scientifically sound and tested on the water
- Flexible online access anytime and from anywhere
- Sustainable knowledge building for your own safety and that of your crew
WetterOnline – High seas with Dipl.-Met. Sebastian Wache
Understanding Weather – Sailing Safely.
This course covers modules 1-12 (inland waters + coastal waters + open sea).
Sailing without a profound understanding of weather development is like navigating without a compass. In our new online course, Dipl.-Met. Sebastian Wache – one of the most renowned marine weather experts in the German-speaking world – guides you through the fascinating and essential world of meteorology at sea. As a sought-after expert in radio, television, and online media, as well as a passionate sailor, he knows how to convey complex concepts in a practical and understandable way.
The course consists of 12 interactive modules that are carefully structured and cover both fundamentals and advanced knowledge. From the physical basics of weather formation to the analysis of cloud patterns and the interpretation of weather maps and modern forecasting models, you will learn step by step how to correctly assess weather situations and align your sailing actions accordingly.
🌊 Who is this course for?
This course covers modules 1-12 (inland waters + coastal waters + open sea).
Sailing without a profound understanding of weather development is like navigating without a compass. In our new online course, Dipl.-Met. Sebastian Wache – one of the most renowned marine weather experts in the German-speaking world – guides you through the fascinating and essential world of meteorology at sea. As a sought-after expert in radio, television, and online media, as well as a passionate sailor, he knows how to convey complex concepts in a practical and understandable way.
The course consists of 12 interactive modules that are carefully structured and cover both fundamentals and advanced knowledge. From the physical basics of weather formation to the analysis of cloud patterns and the interpretation of weather maps and modern forecasting models, you will learn step by step how to correctly assess weather situations and align your sailing actions accordingly.
🌊 Who is this course for?
- Offshore sailors: The complete package – from large-scale weather patterns and currents to long-term planning and strategic route selection on the high seas.
- Interactive learning with practical examples
- Expert knowledge directly from a professional – scientifically sound and tested on the water
- Flexible online access anytime and from anywhere
- Sustainable knowledge building for your own safety and that of your crew
Fit on the boat
What to Expect
- Theoretical Introduction
A solid introduction to the importance of fitness in sailing: why endurance, core stability, and mobility are essential to prevent injuries and unlock your full potential at sea. - Build your Base: 10-Week Preparation – 15 Hours of At-Home Fitness
A structured land-based training program that prepares you for your next voyage in ten weeks. Targeted, progressive, and practical – with a focus on strength, coordination, and endurance. - Keep your Base: Stay Fit on Board – 3 Hours of On-Board Fitness
An innovative program you can implement directly on the sailboat – space-saving, without special equipment, but with maximum effect. This way, you’ll stay mobile, strong, and focused even while at sea.
Video Podcast OLP
ABO-Streaming Variante des OceanLife-Podcasts von Clemens Stecher und Claus Aktoprak.
Zusätzlich zu den Videos der StudioAufnahmen erhältst du schriftliche Zusammenfassungen, Checklisten, Kurzvideos und Vieles mehr. Wenn du die Skripten der Folgen sammelst, hast du im Endeffekt eine Infosammlung zu wichtigen Segelmanöver, Skipperskills, Revierinfos und Tipps aus der Sicht des Einhandseglers Claus.
Kosten: € 4,99.- netto (2-wöchentlich)
SchnupperAbo 30 Tage kostenlos!
The Yachtmaster exam
This online course will guide you through the Yachtmaster exam.
Preparation at home
Preparation on the training ship
How to take the exam and get the most out of it.
Skippers Risk Assessment
Ideal for difficult decisions on the boat:
With this PDF template, skippers can make fact-based and objective risk assessments.
Successful skippering – The audio book
In this audio guide, you will find the essential components of the major consulting programme ‘Successful Skippering - MasterClass’ summarised in a well-structured audio book. This audio experience alone will take your skippering skills to a significantly higher level.
MCO Sailing Theory – Fast Track
This is more than just sailing theory. It is the high-quality online version of MCO Sailing Theory. This programme offers all the essential theory and navigation basics for optimum preparation for a yacht master's examination, for sailing in tidal waters, for navigation under the influence of strong currents and for sailing in the open sea.
Successful skippering: ‘The MasterClass’
In this consulting programme, you will be guided step by step to sustainable personal and financial success as a skipper. You will get more and better paid assignments and build the excellent reputation you deserve.
You'll get high quality educational training videos, an interactive submission area, knowledge checks and downloads.
To see if you fit into our programme, get in touch for your personal, free consultation and start your SkipperFuture.
