Sailing course Pico / Vago
From 12 to 16 years old
Are you between 12 and 16 years old and want to learn to sail? At Watersportcentrum Sloterplas, we offer Pico/Vago sailing courses at three different levels to help you become an experienced youth sailor. You’ll learn to sail Laser Pico and Laser Vago using various sailing techniques, maneuvers, and theory. All this under the professional guidance of experienced instructors in small groups of enthusiastic sailors.
Pico / Vago level 1, 2 & 3
Level 1 – Beginner
Level 1 is sailed in the Pico. In the first level, you learn the basics of sailing. You will learn to gain control of the boat and feel safe in it. At Level I you start with little to no experience and you will end up as a novice sailor who has mastered the basic techniques. These will be taught during the course through training, competitions and games. Of course, you will also learn some theory such as knots and some sailing rules on the water. This beginner’s course is perfect if you have participated in Splash Weeks!
Level 2 – Intermediate
Level 2 and above is sailed in the Laser Vago. Now that you are a beginner sailor and have mastered the basics, you can move on to Level II. This follow-up course builds on Level I and focuses on sailing the boat independently, with new maneuvers waiting for you. Supplemented by associated theory and knots.
Level 3 – Advanced
Level 3 is sailed in the Laser Vago. After completing Level I and Level II, you may call yourself a practiced sailor. Level III will help you become an advanced, independent sailor. Changing weather conditions no longer scare you and new sailing techniques will be a breeze for you.
Experience
No sailing experience needed
A swimming certificate is required
Duration
8 weeks
Commitment
1 sailing lesson on saturday
Location
Watersportcentrum Sloterplas
Christoffel Plantijngracht 4
1065 DA Amsterdam
Map & directions
Data courses 2026
Spring: 9 May– 27 June
Autumn: 5 Sep – 24 Oct
Price
€299,-
First sailing lesson
Be present 5 minutes before class begins. You can check in with the head instructor.
Location
There are changing rooms with showers/toilets and lockers are available for valuables. Café and restaurant Boathouse is there for the whole family, and one has a beautifully situated waterfront terrace. With the heart of Amsterdam just steps away, you can easily step away from the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy a relaxing sailing lesson.
Clothing
It is always handy to bring a set of dry clothes (don’t forget a towel!) and functional clothing. If it rains, bring rain gear, and above all, dress warmly. The lesson always continues.
