I grew up sailing — the sea has always been a part of my life. But at some point, I put it aside to focus on my career. I’m an emergency medicine doctor, and while I love what I do, the pull of the water never really left me.
A few years ago, while on holiday in Croatia, I was surrounded by sailing yachts and thought: If so many others can do it, why not me? That moment sparked a change. I joined Skipper Academy, and since then I’ve completed three full Yacht Week seasons.
Yacht Week has given me so much more than just the chance to be back on the water. It’s a place where you grow every single week — not only perfecting your sailing and skippering skills, but also learning how to lead, adapt, and bring people together. Every day brings new challenges, whether it’s handling a yacht in tight spaces, solving unexpected problems, or keeping a crew motivated and safe. Those moments push you to become not just a better skipper, but a better person.
On top of that, the community is unlike anything else. I’ve met countless amazing people from all over the world, and some of them have become lifelong friends. The support and energy of Yacht Week is what makes it truly special — it feels less like a job and more like being part of a family.
For me, Yacht Week became the perfect balance between medicine and sailing, even if it’s not the most conventional path. If you’re wondering whether to take the leap, my advice is simple: do it. Yacht Week is more than a summer job — it’s an experience that will challenge you, change you, and stay with you long after the season ends.