1. VR INTRODUCTION - Introduction to skipper skills
A short introductory VR course designed for everyone who wants to experience the world of sailing and skippering through state-of-the art- VR technology.
Perfect for your first encounter with skipper skills and boat handling.
- Duration: 2 hours (on VR simulator and trainers)
- Terms: Upon request (on weekdays, in the afternoon form 5 PM to 7 PM)
- Price: 50,00 €
If you continue your training with the "Become a skipper" course within the Skipper Academy, this amount will be deducted from the course price.
2. VR REFRESHING - Refresh your skipper skills
A short VR course designed to refresh and enhance your boat handling knowledge and skills. This course is intended for participants who have successfully completed the "Become a skipper" course, as well as anyone with previous boat handling experience looking to refresh their knowledge or practice specific maneuvers. It is also suitable for those who hold a Category C license but lack confidence or want to refine their skills.
- Duration: 2 hours (on VR simulator and trainers)
- Terms: Upon request (on weekdays, in the afternoon form 5 PM to 7 PM)
- Price: 50,00 €
FREE for participants of the "Become a skipper" course.
VR training solutions by Skipper4you
We're excited to announce the integration of Virtual Reality (VR) technology into our legendary "Become a skipper" course.
This innovative approach will significantly enhance the learning experience, particularly in areas like boat manoeuvring, docking, setting sail and anchoring.
Skipper4you is the FIRST IN THE WORLD to implement VR education in the teaching and learning programs of sailors. This advanced learning technique will help all participants to maximize the learning efficiency to unattainable level.
What is VR trainig?
Virtual reality training is a cutting-edge digital simulation that recreates lifelike scenarios for trainig purposes. Trainees immerse themselves in 360° active learning environment, where sights and sounds blur the lines between virtual and real worlds.
With a VR headset and controllers, participants can freely look, speak and move in a 3D setting, interacting with simulated tools, machinery and even instructors or fellow trainees in real -time. This allows for hands-on practice of complex maritime operations without any physical risk.
Why choose VR training?
- Improved performance: Research shows that VR enhances job performance by over 70% as trainees can practice real-life scenarios repetitively, mastering tasks with confidence.
- Reduces errors: VR drastically cuts down on human errors by allowing trainees to practice critical maneuvers in a safe, stimulated environment.
- Enhanced learning retention: With up to 80% retention, VR ensures that key skills and knowledge are deeply ingrained, making trainees better prepared for real-life situations
- Faster learning: Compared to traditional training methods, VR reduces the time needed to achieve proficiency by 40-60%
- Cost and safety efficiency: VR training eliminates unnecessary expansive and risky travel, reducing costs while ensuring the safety of trainees.
- Improved team collaboration: The interactive nature of VR strengthens teamwork, decision-making and workplace safety, simulating real-world collaborative situations that skippers face every day.
- Inclusive learning: VR training accommodates all major learning styles - visual, auditory, reading/writing and kinesthetic - ensuring that every participant can learn effectively in their preferred way.
Our VR technology is a game-changer for the maritime industry, especially in mastering essential maneuvers like docking and anchoring, which are now more accessible and intuitive than ever. Join us in the future of skipper training and experience the power of VR for yourself.
APPLICATION & RESERVATION: irena@skipper4you.com