Course requirements
Minimum age of 14 years / passed theory test / for persons not resident in the canton of Vaud: Permission from the navigation office of the canton of residence to take the practical test in another canton.

We recommend preparing the theory exam with the Online course from Boat Driver Swiss.
 

Required previous knowledge
Basic sailing course or proof of  relevant knowledge and skills by means of a short sailing trip (1 hour).
 

Course duration
5 lessons of 3 hours each (private) or 10 lessons of 3 hours each (semi-private).

These are empirical values. The course duration will be shortened accordingly in the event of early examination readiness. The course can be extended if the mock examination is not based after the end of the course.
 

Prices
Private (1 person): CHF 120.00/hour / Semi-private (2 persons): CHF 60.00/hour pP

Insurance contribution (flat rate): CHF 90.00 pP (not applicable for persons who have attended the basic course)

Exam organisation + boat charter: CHF 100.00 (private) or CHF 50.00 pP (semi-private)

Any additional lessons required to achieve exam readiness: CHF 120.00/hour (private) or CHF 60.00/hour pP (semi-private)

The course material is included. Half of the course will be invoiced in advance, the second half after the end of the course.
 

Season / Dates
From the beginning of April to the end of October

Monday: 13.00 - 20.30
Tuesday - Friday: 08.30 - 20.30
Saturday: 08.30 - 16.30