Skipper:hand the helm to a qualified professional
Head out with peace of mind: a qualified skipper takes the helm whenever you want.
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- Secure payment
- Post-mission reviews
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Boat delivery, cruise, coaching
What is a skipper?
A skipper is a qualified professional who can carry out a boat delivery, lead an outing at sea or coach the boat owner on their own boat. Their role is to help you sail more often, with less apprehension and within a clear framework.
They can work on different types of pleasure boats depending on their skills and the mission at hand: sailboat, motorboat, RIB or other craft. The need depends above all on the cruising plan, the owner's skill level and the nature of the outing.
Skipper services
A skipper's 3 services
Boat delivery is often the most strategic need, but a skipper can also step in for a guided outing, a cruise or on-board coaching aboard your own boat.
Boat delivery by sea
Moving your boat from one port to another, bringing it home, repositioning or delivery to suit your needs. The skipper handles the whole passage, from start to finish.
Cruise with a professional skipper
An outing at sea or a cruise led by a professional, for a day or over several days, so you can enjoy the boat within an organised setting.
On-board coaching
A professional skipper aboard your boat to prepare for a passage, work on boat handling, regain confidence or make an outing safer.
Why hire a skipper?
Good reasons to call on a skipper
Calling on a skipper helps you clear the hurdles that keep you ashore, move a boat stress-free and sail in better conditions.
Who is it for?
Who is a skipper for?
Beginner or seasoned owner, motorboat or sailboat, local outing or long-distance delivery: there's a skipper to suit every situation. Check Boat helps you find the right profile for your needs.
Owners who need to move their boat
For a boat delivery by sea, bringing it home, a seasonal repositioning or delivery after purchase without having to handle the navigation themselves.
Owners who want to offer or enjoy a cruise
To organise an outing at sea or a cruise led by a professional skipper within a clear, structured framework.
Owners who want support
To prepare for a trip, work on boat handling, regain confidence or benefit from an experienced presence on their own boat.
How it works
Find a skipper with Check Boat
On Check Boat, enter your port, select "Skipper" and pick a date. Browse verified profiles, check their qualifications and reviews, then send your request.
Search by port and by need
Enter your port, your departure area or your cruising ground, then choose the type of mission: boat delivery, cruise or coaching.
Compare verified skippers
Review the services on offer, the qualifications, experience, areas covered, reviews and the trust indicators available.
Send a clearly defined request
Specify the boat, the date, the route or the goal of the outing. The skipper talks it through with you to confirm the details.
Pay with complete peace of mind
Payment is secure on Check Boat. Funds are held until the end of the mission, within a clear framework for both the owner and the skipper.
Frequently asked questions
Skipper FAQ
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What is a skipper?
A skipper is a qualified professional who can take the helm for a boat delivery, lead an outing or coach the owner on their own boat.
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Can a skipper deliver a boat?
Yes. Boat delivery by sea makes it possible to reposition, bring home or deliver a boat from one port to another without the owner handling the navigation themselves.
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Can you hire a skipper to regain confidence?
Yes. A skipper can coach the owner on their own boat to work on boat handling, prepare for an outing or rebuild confidence after a spell away from the water.
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What's the difference between a skipper and a nautical concierge?
The skipper works on the water or to move the boat. The nautical concierge works mainly at the port for local management, monitoring, cleaning or key handovers.
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Are skippers qualified and verified?
On Check Boat, profiles are verified and the relevant qualifications are shown to help the owner choose a skipper suited to their mission.
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How much does a skipper cost on Check Boat?
The cost depends on the mission, the duration, the area, the boat and the level of involvement required. The owner sends a request before confirming the mission.
Related services
Which services can be paired with a skipper?
Hiring a skipper can be part of a broader set of needs around your boat. A nautical concierge service can handle key handovers, keeping an eye on the boat at the port or certain logistical tasks that complement a sailing mission.
Conciergerie nautique
Rental management, monitoring, cleaning or launching: delegate the management of your boat at the port to a verified concierge.
DiscoverMécanicien nautique
Diagnostics, servicing, winterisation or equipment installation: entrust your boat's technical needs to a verified mechanic.
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