Joep πŸ‡³πŸ‡± Skipper Academy 2025

From Desk to Deck: My First Yacht Week Season

I love sailing, teaching others how to sail, and having the most amazing holidays and weekends with friends and family on the water. After my first full summer working behind a desk in an office, I was sure not to do it again the next year. I got the opportunity to take four months off work, convinced there was no better way to spend them than working for Yacht Week.

This year was my first season as a YW skipper, and it exceeded expectations: fantastic crews, so much laughter and good chats, crazy parties, and beautiful places. Not to mention the staff. After successfully completing the Academy, I was welcomed into the YW family, and it truly feels like a big family with lovely people from all over the world.

I’m really proud to be part of the Yacht Week familyβ€”one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. Can’t wait for next season to start!

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