Offshore Navigation Foundations
… is a four-session live course designed for sailors who want to learn the professional workflows, tools, and decision-making techniques used in modern offshore racing - taught through practical examples and real race scenarios.
Whether you’re stepping into the navigator role or want to support navigation onboard at a higher level, this course gives you a solid, repeatable framework to prepare, plan, and perform.
What to expect
Interactive Small-Group Learning
All sessions are taught live in a cohort of max. 15 sailors. This format ensures plenty of space for questions and personalised feedback.
1:1 Personal Session With Josh
Every sailor receives a dedicated one-on-one consultation to review your race prep, software setup, or navigation challenges.
Hands-On Training With Real Tools
Work with the tools used by professional navigators. Participants receive a 4-week Expedition trial license for the full duration of the course.
Course Structure
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Foundations of Offshore Navigation
Learn the core role of the navigator, key data sources, and how to structure an effective pre-race analysis.
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Tools, Software & Digital Workflows
Get hands-on with Expedition, routing workflows, GRIBs, and the digital routines used in modern offshore navigation.
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Strategy & Decision-Making Under Pressure
Understand how to build a race strategy, manage risk, and adapt decisions using forecasts and real-time observations.
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Building Your Offshore Race Plan
Apply everything you’ve learned by creating a complete offshore race plan using a real course scenario.
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Book a 1-on-1 coaching call with Joshua to dive into your specific challenges.
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Navigator toolkit (checklists, workflows, decision frameworks)
Step-by-step Expedition routing guide
Race course briefing template
Weather briefing template
Pre-race checklist
Private community space for questions, discussion, and networking
6-month replay access to all live sessions
Cohort #1 starting Jan 14, 2026.
More details in the application form.
Special launch offer
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Total real value: €2,550
Price: € 379
✔︎ 4 live, interactive small-group sessions
✔︎ 1:1 personal session with Josh
✔︎ Reusable templates, checklists & navigation frameworks
✔︎ Access to the private course community for support and Q&A
✔︎ Official participation certificate for your sailing portfolio
FAQ
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This course is designed for ambitious sailors who want to get into offshore sailing or take their offshore navigation skills to the next level. It’s ideal if you’re stepping into the navigator role for the first time, supporting a navigator onboard, or looking to build a stronger, more structured understanding of offshore navigation.
The course is not aimed at seasoned professional navigators.No expert background required, just motivation to learn and improve.
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No. If you already have access to Expedition, that’s great. If not, we’ve got you covered.
For the duration of the course, we’ll arrange a 4-week trial license, so you can fully participate in all exercises without needing to purchase the software upfront. -
Yes. All four live sessions will be recorded and shared exclusively with course participants. You’ll have access to the recordings for 6 months after the course, so you can revisit key concepts or catch up if you miss a session.
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After completing the course, you’ll have a solid foundation in offshore race navigation and a clear understanding of how navigators prepare, think, and make decisions before and during a race.
You’ll be able to:
Prepare a structured navigation plan for an offshore race
Use Expedition confidently for routing, strategy, and weather analysis
Interpret forecasts, routing outputs, and onboard observations more effectively
Contribute meaningfully to tactical and strategic discussions onboard
Support the navigator — or step into the role on less complex races
You’ll also receive an official certificate of participation to add to your sailing portfolio, helping demonstrate your skills and commitment when applying for offshore opportunities. Most importantly, you’ll become a more confident, reliable, and valuable crew member offshore.
Any Questions?
If you’re unsure whether the course is right for you or need more details, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to help and will get back to you as soon as possible.