A flotilla is a structured, experiential sailing cruise made up of a limited group of yachts — capped at just 5 boats per trip at our school — sailing together behind a designated Lead Boat. Onboard the Lead Boat is Vardi Vela’s senior team of professional instructors, guiding you through the entire itinerary.
You enjoy complete autonomy commanding your own private yacht, backed by the safety, support and 360-degree professional coverage of experts for every maneuver, mooring or technical decision at sea.
Passed your Inshore Sail course and certified to cruise up to 20 NM offshore? Congratulations! To advance to the prestigious Offshore level you must accumulate 1,000 proven nautical miles acting as an active skipper, fully documented in your Logbook. Our flotillas are the fastest and safest way to reach that goal — at the end of every cruise our certified ISSA instructors sign and validate your logged miles.
Want to sail with family and friends but still feel hesitant about complex moorings or shifting weather? A flotilla is the ultimate environment to step up as Captain of your vessel, sharpen your practical skills at sea, and know that experienced ISSA instructors are always a radio call away.
