Sailing youth groups

Ready for wind in your hair, sun on your face, and heading out on the water together?
Sailing with school and youth groups on the IJsselmeer means adventure, freedom, and teamwork all in one. You’ll learn how to sail, steer, and work together while crossing the vast open waters. Active and engaged during the day, cozy and sociable on board or in the harbor in the evening. Whether you’re a beginner or already have sailing experience: on the IJsselmeer, you’ll create unforgettable memories together. Step aboard and discover just how much fun sailing can be!
A sailing camp on the IJsselmeer remains the ultimate getaway
The Catharina van Mijdrecht complies with all European safety regulations.
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Active or relaxed

Under the guidance of a trained crew, you will raise the sails and let go of your worries for the day. Heavy work aboard a large sailing ship? Perhaps in the past, but today many hands make light work, and with a little effort the sails will be up and she will go by herself. When you take the helm you will feel like a pirate captain.

A more sporty sailing with youth groups is also possible, of course: more “bearing away, luffing up, tacking, gybing”, etc.; we’ll make sure you keep busy. A stopover in another port, stretching your legs on an island or anchoring for a refreshing dive;
It’s all possible on a sailing with school and youth groups on the IJsselmeer

Sailing with your school or sport club

If you want to undertake something special with your classmates, housemates or sports team, you’ve come to the right place. We can organise an unforgettable sailing event for any group. How about shopping in Amsterdam, island hopping across the Wadden Sea and/or actively sailing during the day and relaxing in the local clubs at night? Spend the night on an uninhabited island, with a campfire and barbecue. A cultural visit to historical Enkhuizen. Or a day of cycling and at the beach on one of the Wadden Islands. Get the job done together.
Do you see something you like? Or do you have plans of your own?
Please contact us, and we’ll take care of everything!

A fresh breeze

Aboard the Catharina van Mijdrecht, you’ll feel like you’re in a different world. Once the sails are set, time is relative. Surrender to the elements, and the stresses of daily life melt away. This relaxing effect is why many choose sailing with school and youth groups when they need a break.
Sailing together brings a breath of fresh air to your relationships

Ready-to-go packages

Here you will find several sample ideas for sailing with school and youth groups. Our arrangements serve as examples and can be put together according to your wishes.
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well-organised

A well-organised day trip sailing on the IJsselmeer is very important. You may rest assured that your sailing trip with us will be taken care of to perfection. In addition to the action of sailing, there is always room for a relaxed conversation and a drink, on deck or in our cozy cabin

safety and certification

The Catharina van Mijdrecht meets all legal safety requirements, and her crew has trained at the Enkhuizen Nautical College.
You can come on board with peace of mind
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A sustainable getaway

A trip on Catharina van Mijdrecht is more than just a memorable experience — it is a conscious, sustainable and responsible choice. Travelling by wind power allows you to enjoy nature with minimal environmental impact while supporting cultural heritage
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An Unforgettable experience

On board the Catharina van Mijdrecht, you are in the capable hands of a professional crew. Jos Rodewijk will be your skipper and take you safely from point A to point B. Danny Honig or Sandra Fox will be your hostess, and will ensure that all your culinary needs are taken care of. With their many years of experience they know how to make every Sailing with school and youth groups an unforgettable experience.

Original Klipperaak

The Catharina van Mijdrecht was built in 1916, as one of the last sailing cargo ships. This beautiful and original Klipperaak (clipper-barge) began her second career as a passenger ship in the 1980s.

On board the Catharina van Mijdrecht, everything is about the experience for the guests. You can help sail the ship or even take the helm, all under expert guidance. Besides that, there will be plenty of time for convivial gatherings with food and drinks.

Representative

Our traditional sailing ship is modern in terms of comfort, clean, spacious, warm, accessiblle, and has all the mod cons. The interior exudes an authentic atmosphere, with lots of lacquered wood and nautical details. There are plenty of seats and a spacious deck for sun lovers.

The sailing ship has a daytime capacity of 40 passengers, plus 18 berths in 8 rooms for overnight guests. Is your party bigger? No problem! We also sail in collaboration with other ships. After a well-spent day we can anchor together for a barbecue on board or for a sporting or cultural activity!