Balance Boats Sailing

09/11/2024

Планируйте активный отдых уже сейчас! Кемпы Balance Boats — это не просто тренировки, это возможность зарядиться энергией и достичь новых уровней в любимом виде спорта.

📆 Расписание на все кемпы сезона:

🏄‍♂️ Виндсерфинг кемп в Дахабе 30 ноября - 8 декабря, 14 декабря - 21 декабря

⛵️Парусный кемп в Дахабе 7-14 декабря

🏂 Сноуборд кемп в Грузии 6-12 января

Узнайте, какие даты подходят вам лучше, и забронируйте свое место. Вопросы? Задавайте их в комментариях или пишите в директ, мы всё расскажем и поможем определиться!

07/11/2024

🌊 Виндсерфинг кемп в Дахабе |
30 ноября — 8 декабря,
7 декабря — 15 декабря

Окунись в мир свободы и адреналина на виндсерфинг кемпе в Дахабе 🏄‍♂️ Неважно, новичок или уверенный райдер, — на кемпе в Дахабе будут все условия, чтобы почувствовать себя комфортно и кайфовать от процесса!

Почему Дахаб — идеальное место для виндсерфинга?
Постоянные ветра и ровная акватория, удобная для всех уровней
- Разнообразные споты: от лагуны с гладкой водой для новичков до волн для любителей драйва

Что включено в программу кемпа?
✔️ Ежедневные тренировки, практики на воде и теория с опытными инструкторами
✔️ Проживание в уютных отелях недалеко от моря, 2х местных номерах
✔️ Совместные завтраки и ужины
✔️ Уникальная методика упражнений для развития баланса и выносливости
Совместные завтраки и ужины
✔️ Видеосъемка - запечатлим ваши лучшие моменты на воде
✔️ Аренда оборудования
✔️ Организация совместных поездок - снорклинг и сафари для тех, кто хочет открыть для себя Дахаб

Начнем эту зиму с ярких эмоций и адреналина и вдохновения на волне!

👉 Оставить заявку и узнать про программу кемпа, пиши "Кемп" в комментариях или в директ

26/05/2024

Today's Sailing Training Session Recap

Today we had a training session on a cruiser boat.

There were two experienced sailors and two newcomers.

One of them had a Rolex watch—we suspected it was won at a regatta, but fortunately, the suspicion wasn't confirmed! 😉

We trained in moderate southern winds. The first hour was very dynamic.

The crew handled almost all the processes, adding to the excitement!

Here's what we covered:

Hoisting and lowering the mainsail with the engine off.
Tacking.
Setting the spinnaker and gybing with the spinnaker.
Simulating a broach and recovering from it.
The outing was dynamic and engaging, and everyone was satisfied.

Happy faces of the participants are the most important part of our weekend events.

Join us!

19/05/2024

🚤🌊 Saturday's Weekend Event Training! 🌊🚤

This past Saturday, we held a special training session as part of our "Weekend Event" series. Our traditional events include "Fresh Wednesday" sailing and "Saturday Training at 3 PM."

We set sail on a cruiser boat, and the wind was, to put it mildly, "fresh." We sailed under "Reefs" (as they say in Albanian).

We had two nominated helmsmen:
⛵️ Ksenia, who recently returned from a surfing camp.
⛵️ Artem, who has experience sailing on large cruise boats and catamarans.

The rest of the crew members had their first taste of sailing adventures! Tbilisi Sea provided endless joy, especially if you follow safety procedures.

👏 Everyone did a fantastic job! Special thanks to our photographer , who, while dodging flying objects inside the boat, managed to capture the perfect angles, people's emotions, and the training process in the best possible way!

We continue to embrace life at its finest! Stay with us! Freedom is always near and waiting for you! 🚀✨

15/05/2024

🌊 Fresh Wednesday Voyage! 🌊

Today marked the launch of "Fresh Wednesday."

It was an engaging practice session.

The crew assembled - despite the early morning, almost everyone was up bright and early, ready to work!

We delved deep into theory and put it into practice with maneuvers.

We accomplished quite a lot.

Experienced sailors grasped the difference between a tack and a jibe.

We came up with a new formula - an inexperienced helmsman equals the best training for the entire crew!

Nevertheless, we experienced adrenaline and pleasure and formed a cohesive team.

Everyone did great! For those new to sailing - congratulations on taking a step into the world of sailing!

Life is happening right now! ⛵️🌟

13/05/2024

🌊 Yesterday we tested the format of a Family Day Out!

It turned out brilliantly! Working as a family team, where children are involved in steering the ship together,

it's the perfect event for families and fostering synergy in working "as one team".

All participants took turns steering the boat, adjusting the sails, and performing maneuvers.

We even managed to set the spinnaker and sail down to the cypress groves at the bottom of the Tbilisi Sea.

Thanks to Alla for bringing together such a cohesive and fun team! The format "sounded" great!

We'll continue to promote it as a weekly Weekend Day Out event. 🚣‍♂️🌞

10/05/2024

“The Pendulum: Key to Powerful Action Without Strain”
In martial arts, there’s a movement structure called “The Pendulum.” It’s a pivotal body construction that determines the engagement of mass and work through relaxation.

What does the pendulum represent?

Simply put, it’s a “state of controlled falling.” An analogy would be “sitting on a chair.” It activates the center of gravity and amplifies effort by lowering the center of gravity.

Example: Try sitting on a chair and standing up from it while maintaining a vertical body, then do it slowly — very slowly. The image is grasped!

Kiteboarding — The Pendulum — balances the pull through the hands “planks” and “boom” stronger than the pull — lower the center and vice versa.

Example: Exercise in the gym

Swingboat with trapeze/catamaran — we land in the trapeze — round the lower back — The trapeze is the contact point — the point of receiving information about effort. The second source of information is the sheet — the force of pressure on the sail. By combining them, you get the synergy of balance with the boat.

Surfing without a sail/skateboarding — a state of falling when you’re on the crest of a wave.

Five subjunctive successes:

Relaxed hands, relaxed body — a complex for working out;
Back vertical, head vertical — no lordoses;
Feet parallel to each other;
Knees in line with the feet;
Shoulders down and relaxed.

Step by step — try to put your feet parallel, make sure your knees don’t move forward but are above your feet. Check that your back is straight — stand against the wall beforehand and eliminate all gaps between your body and the surface — remember this state.

IMPORTANT: Don’t invent a “response” to the impact but “listen” to the force applied to you! It’s a longer path, but it leads to the pleasure of interacting with force and better results.
It sounds clear, but it’s acquired in the gym and practiced deliberately! There’s always a difference — we think we understand AND we understand — we let the body feel and consolidate the skill.
The Pendulum — as a skill, is the key to reducing injuries and enjoying extreme sailing!

Like this post if you enjoyed the content; I’ll delve deeper into this topic in videos and provide more detailed explanations.

In martial arts, there’s a movement structure called “The Pendulum.” It’s a pivotal body construction that determines the engagement of…

08/05/2024

Hello everyone! 🌊⛵️

Today, the crew who completed the Balance Boats course heroically battled winds reaching up to 30 knots. And guess what? It was sunny and fun!

One of the crew members exclaimed, "I'm all geared up, let's not cancel the training!" And off they went to the spot!

We practiced the Overkill maneuver a lot today! The guys skillfully maneuvered around the Radial - a sail of medium size.

The wind in the bay was shifting within a 30-40 degree sector, adding an extra thrill to the "Rodeo" experience!

Life hacks of the day:

To exit from a luff in strong winds (meaning when you've luffed up and stopped), put the rudder to leeward. The boat will start moving backward and fall off.
Don't hesitate to throw yourself overboard during a gust like a sea lion onto an ice floe. While doing so, control the sheet - if the heel is excessive, ease out to restore a "level keel" and then heel again while simultaneously heading upwind!
In strong winds, when flipping the boat back after an overkill, point the bow towards the wind so that it settles into the luff, preventing it from flipping over again. Alternatively, climb aboard like scaling a wheel at the moment of its rotation, but this requires additional practice in biomechanics at the Balance Boats course.
It's time to consider an advanced BB course. If there's demand, I'm ready to organize a series of training sessions. 🚀
For those who don't understand the last few points, come join the Balance Boats course and gain new knowledge and experience. We learn everything related to the balance of the human body! 🌊⛵️

03/05/2024

Check out our Laser Demo Training: How to Master the Waves!
Hey there, everyone! 😊
Ever wondered what goes on during the introductory session of our Balance Boats Laser course? One of our followers recently asked this question, and we're here to fill you in on all the details!
During our introductory session, you'll get up close and personal with the Laser boat. We'll dive into what it's made of and why it moves the way it does. Plus, we'll highlight the crucial role that you, as the sailor, play on board!
We'll sketch out scenarios like sailing against the wind (tacking into it) and explore different wind courses. You'll learn various turning maneuvers, understand concepts like overkill, and figure out how to navigate through them.
Wondering why gym sessions, theoretical lectures, and on-water practice are essential? We've got the answers! We'll arm ourselves with two boats and walk you through each rope and its function step by step.
Then, it's time to hit the waves! We'll head out to sea on a catamaran and take those first steps toward mastering this Olympic-class machine with seamless transitions.
And don't worry, we'll capture every moment with photos and videos, which we'll share with you via cloud storage.
We require a minimum of 4 participants and can accommodate up to 6 people.
As for timing, we're scheduling sessions every Sunday as groups fill up.
Ready to embark on this exciting journey? Reserve your spot now and let's set sail together! 🌊⛵️✨

02/05/2024

🌊🛥 Family Yachting: Spend Your Weekend Productively! 🛥🌊
Many of us have children and are always looking for ways to spend time together to create unforgettable memories. We offer you a wonderful idea - family yachting! 🌟
✨ What awaits you:
Joint activity on a sailing yacht!
Learning to manage the boat together with your children!
Experienced instructors will help you master all the intricacies of sailing!
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Form your family team: invite your children and start the adventure together!
🏝 Dreaming of chartering a boat? We will help you make your dream come true and have an unforgettable vacation along the coast of the Mediterranean Sea!
📅 Test outing this Saturday: join us at 12:00! Minimum age for children - 8 years old. We will head out to sea for two hours to enjoy the pleasant southern wind and create unforgettable memories.
🌧 Weather: Don't worry, a little rain won't stop us! We will provide you with children's-sized life jackets, and you should bring bicycle gloves for additional comfort for your children.
💰 Participation cost: 100 + 50 Lari per parent-child pair.
Don't miss the chance to spend time productively and create unforgettable memories with your family! 🚤✨

02/05/2024

Training on Saturday, May 27, 2024!

This Saturday, the established team of cruise-racing yacht management had a training session.

The crew members practiced managing the yacht with role rotations.

We dedicated a separate session to working with the spinnaker.

At the end of the training, the crew requested additional practice of this maneuver today, and we happily obliged.

The next training session is scheduled for this Saturday. Join us! Training with a more experienced crew helps to memorize everything much faster.

29/04/2024

"Without leaving the Yacht Marina."

This is an opportunity to learn the names of the boat's working knots, repeat maneuvers, and master the sequence of actions in each of them in a calm atmosphere, without haste. Dive into the theoretical part.
This Friday, April 29, 2024, we held a practice session in the format of calmly working through maneuvers:
We started with studying the parts of the boat:
What is rigging, standing and running rigging; what types of sails exist, their features, advantages, and disadvantages;
worked through the "Downwind" turn maneuver "step by step";
Practiced mooring with one long rope bay.
Topics for possible similar formats in the future:
1) "Knot-tying Techniques Directly on the "Patient" - mooring, reefing sails, towing step by step.
2) Types of mooring "as it happens" - practical work. Mooring at the bow, stern, and bay, anchoring in a bay.
3) Techniques for tying loops, splices, applying "marks", Splicing modern ropes, circular wiring.
4) Working with a map - terminology, Navigational signs, danger signs, and so on.
5) If you're interested in this format, give it a like, and I'll include such practices in the calendar!

28/04/2024

⛵️ We executed tacks, brought the course higher into the wind and fuller off the wind, expanding our experience and honing our skills. We don't stop at what we've achieved and keep moving forward!

📅 We've agreed on the next training session on Wednesday morning. Join our team and participate in the exciting world of sailing!

02/04/2024

Learn to be as free as the wind.

We will delve into topics such as sailing boat navigation, route planning, and voyage preparation. We'll kick off with an article on basic maneuvers and then proceed chronologically to how we arrived at this point.

🌊⛵️ Tacking Maneuver ⛵️🌊

1.Preparation: Ensure all crew members are ready and aware of their tasks and positions for the maneuver. 🙌

2.Check Wind Conditions: Assess gusts and ensure smooth transition with minimal speed loss. 💨💼

3.Prepare Lines:

▪️Windward jib sheet to winch. 🔄
▪️Clear leeward side line. 🚫
▪️Ready winch handle. 🛠
▪️Assign backstay handler. 👨‍✈️
▪️Adjust mainsheet length for easier shifting. 📏
▪️Hold leeward jib sheet for quick release. 🎣
▪️Assume optimal positions and bend down to avoid boom. 🔄
4.Execution:

▪️Helmsman turns bow towards wind, crossing "no-go zone." ⛵️🔄
▪️Turn rudder two-thirds to new tack. 🔄
▪️Hold jib sheet briefly to assist turn, then release. 🎐
▪️Move to other side to tidy up lines. 🔄
5.Completion:

▪️Helmsman bears away slightly. 🛳
▪️Crew eases mainsail sheet to spill excess wind. 💨
▪️Trim in for optimal sailing angle and speed. 🌬🏁

30/03/2024

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