boot Seminar für erfahrene Seglerinnen

Saturday, 24 January 2026

10:30 AM – Welcome & Kick-off

with Emily Penn Inspiring opening remarks & keynote

11:15 AM – Pathways in Sailing: Discover the Diversity

• From inland waters to ocean crossings
• Overview of the many opportunities in sailing
• Training, licenses, and sea miles – what you really need
• How to start sailing independently without owning a boat or having a fixed crew
• Introduction to helpful networks and platforms

11:45 AM – Communication & Role Distribution Onboard with Annie Lush

• Clear, direct, and respectful: making onboard communication work
• Who takes on which role – and how to communicate responsibilities clearly
• Common communication pitfalls onboard and how to avoid them

12:20 PM – Break

12:50 PM – Mental Strength, Focus & Confidence with Annie Lush

• “I can do this.” – Sailing starts in your mind
• Building inner confidence, even in new situations
• Managing nervousness, self-doubt, and challenging crew dynamics
• Staying focused: concentration, priorities, and decision-making
• Tools and micro-rituals for mental preparation
• Practical insights from real-life onboard experiences

1:25 PM – Keynote by Rosalin Kuiper

• Rosalin shares her personal story
• From first voyage to circumnavigation: milestones and challenges
• What courage requires – and what helps when it’s missing
• Advice she would give every female sailor today

Q&A: your questions, her experiences