Dubai Offshore Sailing Club

American looking to Crew

rajusarma — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 17:49:51 GMT

Hello just moved to Dubai from Chicago. I'm a novice sailor with some crew experience; however I'm tall, strong and a very faster learner!

Thanks!

Raju

raju_sarma@hotmail.com

050-104-6043

Looking to crew

Mark Rodger — Mon, 26 May 2008 08:49:54 GMT

Hi my name is Mark, 45yrs young and recently arrived here from Scotland and keen to get some sailing. I have been sailing for four years West coast Scotland, Forth estuary and annual 2 week flotilla in the Greek islands last three years. I have been an active member within the Forth Corinthian Yacht Club in Edinburgh for the last two years until selling my 22ft Westerly earlier this year. A cruiser at heart but up for some club racing, also willing to give a hand with any odd jobs around boats. ...

crew available

edgohery — Thu, 22 May 2008 09:00:59 GMT

Hi, I am just about to start sailing and have spent the last few weeks studying for the Day Skipper exams. I am doing a 5 day Day Skipper practical at the end of May but have never set foot aboard a yacht yet. I want to gain as much experience as I can and am available to crew at very short notice. Looking forward to sailing with you. Ed.

Need a lively and competent crew member?

Katherinea — Sun, 18 May 2008 19:21:21 GMT

Hi there, I've just completed my comp crew course and desperate to get out on the water again (before summer kicks in and the season is over!).

I'm eager to practice my new skills before doing my day skipper course!

Give me a shout if you need someone weekends or during the week sometimes also do-able.

Cheers,

K

Available for regattas

emboccal — Mon, 05 May 2008 08:40:53 GMT

My name is emiliano and I'm am interested in crewing on offshore or day races, I will be available on the weekend or can take a leave for serious races.

I am based in Abu Dhabi, currently racing once a month with ADCA and you can contact me either on emiliano.boccaletti@virgilio.it or at 0503160160

* Sailing experience since 1990 in various roles (even if my preferred is the Bowman)

* International Offshore Sailing License

* Sailing on Garda and other inshore Italian and Swiss lakes ...

Brit Day Skipper

HenryDaySkipper — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 12:37:51 GMT

Hi,

I've qualified as a Day Skipper and have been cruising in the UK on and off for several years

Now I'm living in the UAE I'd like to get on the water for either more cruising or to try my hand at racing.

Am available most weekends.

URGENT SKIPPER SEARCH

hiltonh — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 12:35:14 GMT

HI WE URGENTLY LOOKING FOR PATRICK POTGIETER HE SOLD A BOAT IN RICHARDS BAY SOUTH AFRICA AND FALSIFIED THE REGISTRATION DOCUMENTS , REWARD OFFERED TO LOCATE HIM.

HILTON.HALEY@MINPROC.CO.ZA

Experienced sailor new in Dubai

Kerstin — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 20:24:59 GMT

Hello,

I am a 27 year old german female (58 kg) who just arrived to Dubai 2 weeks ago. I have various race and cruise sailing experience. The last two years I raced J24, before that 8 years Pirat (Dinghy, 2 Persons, very popular in Germany), Europe, and different keel boats. I miss sailing already and am looking for a possibility to crew.

I am available on weekends and in the late afternoon on weekdays.

Cheers,

Kerstin

SAILING TOMORROW???

heatwave80 — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 09:35:46 GMT

I am in Abu Dhabi on business but not workin tomorrow. I race a J-80 in the US and can do any job on any boat. Anybody need crew tomorrow?

E-mail is chrismorlan@yahoo.com (best contact)

US cell phone is 281-948-7629 (might work?).

Looking to sail

Merijn — Wed, 09 Apr 2008 16:01:15 GMT

Do you look for someone enthusiastic in sailing?

Please let me know. I'm a 22 years old female with sailing experiences. I moved from Holland to Dubai for a half year internship.

I used to sail on keelboats and dinghies and would like to crew. Besides experience on sailing in Holland I've sailed in Italy.

I'm available on fridays and some saterdays and in the evenings after working hours.

You can contact me by mail on: v_merijn@hotmail.com

I'd love to hear from you.

Keen Crew

Steve C — Mon, 07 Apr 2008 07:54:12 GMT

Hi, I am looking for an opportunity get back on the water and get to know DOSC. I�m reliable and available on weekends or weekday evenings.

I am 32yrs old and 80kg. I have been sailing on and off since I was 10y/o and have experience sailing a variety of dingy and keel boats in Cape Town and the South of England. I�ve completed the practical part of the RYA�s Coastal Skippers Course in the Solent and have worked as a sail maker for North Sails UK.

My experience has included many inshore and ...

keen to crew

Chris King — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 12:05:23 GMT

Available to crew either dinghys or Yachts on Fridays and saturdays. Experienced sailor with over 30ys of racing and cruising. Contact Chris King: 04 3605585 or mobile 050 9144269

Learning to crew on Div 0 & 1 boats

DantheMan — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 16:57:09 GMT

My name is Daniel, I am 27 yrs old and 115kg (for ballast calculations ;-) ) some of you may have seen me about in the club lately , as I have supported Grumpy Pete, Mike 'The Bull' Jelfs and Stuckey. I enjoy the more competative edge of sailing as I have come from a dinghy racing background, so I am happy to get wet, help and fix stuff and enjoy rough sea with strong winds....

As much as I enjoy racing and learning the vintage cruisers and a light racer like the BULL, I would love to learn ...

I am looking to crew, teaching etc etc....

fhmspartan — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:42:26 GMT

Hi,

My name is Fadie and I started sailing in 2001 in Santa Barbara, CA. I later sailed in the San Francisco Bay before moving to Dubai in 2006. I would like to get involved in the sailing community here in Dubai, whether it be volunteering, crewing, teaching, renting, sponsoring, marketing etc. I have three certifications from the American Sailing Association and have recorded crew time sailing a 90 ft Schooner, a 50 ft Cameraman, and a Hunter 22. I also have experience on J-24's, ...

Available to crew.

Kieran — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:23:06 GMT

I've got 5 years racing experience in Melbourne, Australia and cruising before that. Just arrived in Dubai.

My number is 055 755 9685 or email me at w.kieran@gmail.com

thanks, Kieran

German looks to crew

lorenz.beck — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 10:46:46 GMT

A 33-years old German looks for an opportunity to crew. I have sailing experience since a couple of years and bring all German qualities you need onboard!

Please contact Lorenz on 050-4525706 or lorenz.beck@workz.ae

looking to sail more

tonypeaker — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 08:55:11 GMT

Hello

My name is Tony Peaker. I am a 41yo living in Dubai since 2007. I have a keen interest in sailing a little experience (RYA competent crew). I would be available most Fridays and/or Saturdays for any sort of crewing task....

Please feel free to contact me anytime.

Cheers

Tony

050 559 2591

tonypeaker@yahoo.com

Love to sail

Aussie Couple — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 15:08:15 GMT

Oz couple, desperate to get on the water !! Ph 050 4829887 - over 40 years experience offshore racing & cruising. Last vessel was 55' cat

Love to Sail

Aussie Couple — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 15:01:43 GMT

Experienced Aussie Couple looking to crew - Offshore Racing, Offshore cruising, easy going - love to sail. If you are looking for crew, we would love to be a part.

lookin' to crew

shrimp — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 07:56:48 GMT

Hi folks

20 something woman engineer, been here a couple of years �Lookin� to crew

Usually train with the Flying Dragons - dragon boat team, on Tuesday evenings, Saturday afternoons sometimes on a Monday mornings but that�s 6am � not sure if that clashes.

Up for weekends and/or evenings, not the most experienced, but fairly fit

Chris.shrimpton@wspgroup.ae

050 453 1196

Brit worth more than just ballast ...or not?!

steve_terry — Sun, 20 Jan 2008 13:09:34 GMT

Hi there,

I was hoping to get some race experience in whatever capacity

i've got my day skipper qualification but to be honest my miles are low and i'm just looking to enjoy some racing and have some banter along the way.

feel free to call/email me if you need crew

steve_terry@bmc.com

050 4579440

cheers

UK Fit Male (40) wants to crew (did last yr's)

Paulboy — Sat, 12 Jan 2008 09:53:40 GMT

Hi, im in Muscat but will come up to dubai to crew anything that gets me on the water as i participated in last years race so know the score. i have somewhere to stay in dubai for the duration so no worries and im also a fulltime electrical/mechanical engineer which came in handy last year on more than one boat!

anyone looking for crew please give me a shout on pcroome@omantel.net.om

Dubai-Muscat...Muscat-Dubai

jtownsend — Sat, 12 Jan 2008 04:22:29 GMT

American woman looking to crew- a bit late for the race, but hoping to get a spot on the return. Day Skipper from 2007, mostly small boat racing experience.

Julia 050 465 7005

Dubai-Muscat

tonygal — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 07:21:19 GMT

Experienced crew member looking for place on Dubai-Muscat race. Completed last years race and am back for more.

I regularly sail my own sports boat out of Abu Dhabi, but it's a bit small for the race.

Available for both the race and the return leg if required.

Tony Gallacher Mob +971 50 6670237

E tony_gallacher@hotmail.com

Dubai Muscat Race

peter scriven — Sat, 05 Jan 2008 06:59:50 GMT

Experienced crew member (RYA YachtMaster Offshore qualified , MCA professional skipper endorsement over 4,500 logged miles, 5 times Dubai Muscat participant) is available to crew on the 2008 Dubai Muscat race.

If you are seeking an additional crew member, please contact me at scriveni@eim.ae or on 0506246910

Regards

Peter Scriven

Looking to crew

jaessi01 — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 11:45:39 GMT

Greetings,

My name is Jon Essick. I am a 35yo Electrical Engineer living in Dubai since 2001. I have a keen interest in sailing but no experience. I can swim, SCUBA dive and I don't usually get seasick. I am outgoing, hard-working, eager to learn and can take direction and follow orders. I would be available most Fridays and/or Saturdays for any sort of crewing task....

Please feel free to contact me anytime.

Thanks,

Jon

050 572 8046

jaessi01@gmail.com

Looking to Crew

Admin — Fri, 28 Sep 2007 07:14:13 GMT

I'm am interested in crewing on offshore or day races.

* Ville Valtonen, 42 yrs, Finnish (male)

* Sailing experience since 1978

* Yachmaster Offshore, and Offshore instructor licence

* Dinghy sailing with Laser in the 80's

* Offshore sailing experience with IOR and IMS boats as crew and helmsman

* Whitbread Round the World race 89-90 as bowman /helmsman

Best regards

Ville Valtonen

+971 50 650 3803

ville.valtonen@nsn.com

Looking to crew - dinghy, offshore, ocean racing experience

vvaltone — Thu, 27 Sep 2007 08:46:36 GMT

lookin' to crew

Karakish — Thu, 20 Sep 2007 07:02:48 GMT

I'm a 43 engineer came from Egypt, I�ve been working in Abu Dhabi for the last nine months. I�ve successfully achieved two ASA standards; Basing Keelboat Sailing and Basic Coastal Cruising. I�ve got the courses and exams in 2001, Atlanta, Georgia during a short visit to the States. Actually, I didn�t practice much but willing to sail and cruise under the sun. I am available on Fridays. I am active, cooperative and do what I�m told. Karakish@yahoo.com, ashraf.karakish@kharafinational.ae

Landlocked Scot eager to crew!!!

Heather — Fri, 24 Aug 2007 19:18:04 GMT

I'm a 51 & a bit (25yo outlook naturally), fit & active single Scottie who has recently come to work in the UAE straight from Scotland. I'm easy to get along with, sense of humour & good at doing as I'm told

I began sailing last year. I've got RYA Comp Crew.

I've crewed some legs on a very wee Hanse 301 which was circumnavigating GB this summer . . . . Loooong story!!!

Also crew/race for friends both with Serpent Yacht Club & Clyde Cruising Club back on the Clyde. (Moody ...

Aussie girl looking to

khamilton76 — Thu, 06 Sep 2007 07:11:17 GMT

Hey.

I am an easy going aussie girl who is keen to get out on that ocean. I have had some sailing experience (mainly limited to supervisory roles on sailing trips around the south of turkey, keeping team members 'hydrated' in sailing races in oz, and rigging up before and after sails whist team members supervise!?!).

Anyway, if anyone is looking for someone to fill similar positions, then i would love to hear from you. My mobile number is 050 146 3160.

Cheers

Kirsty

Looking to crew

Suz Shaw — Mon, 10 Sep 2007 18:56:59 GMT

Hi, I have recently obtained my dinghy level 2 at DOSC and previously in the UK, passed RYA comp crew in the Solent. I am wiling to do as told and happy to be shouted at!! If you need a beer fetcher or someone to hang off the side look no further. Am keen to get some big boat experience after the littlies! I am available on a regular basis. Please contact me on 050 6889826 - Suzie.

Experienced Aussie crew available- Bill Coutts

Bill Coutts — Sat, 01 Sep 2007 13:19:17 GMT

I am desperate to get sailing again after being in Dubai for 6 weeks. Race regularly back home on my J24. Also Farr 37. Beneteau 36, etc. Available at short notice most times. Sailing CV available.

Call on 050 1505506 or email bill.coutts@hotmail.com.au

Bill Coutts

Looking to crew

Robin Scholes — Thu, 30 Aug 2007 16:57:59 GMT

Robin Scholes, UK yacht owner now living in Dubai.

Approaching 64 years old, but very capable in both Inshore & Offshore Cruiser Racing

RYA Approved Yachtmaster Theory & DSC/VHF Instructor

More than 25 years experience in racing round the cans, offshore and across the North Sea from Scarborough to Holland.

Was Commodore of Scarborough Yacht Club for 5 years.

email robscho@emirates.net.ae

Mobile 050 21 595 21

Available either Fridays or Saturdays (Both some weekends)

Aussie looking to crew

Chris Foden — Thu, 30 Aug 2007 08:42:10 GMT

I am new to Dubai, Australian RYA Competant crew with experience day/night sailing in Brisbane.Looking to participate at any level-fetch beer, hang off a rail etc.

Available short notice and keen to get involved in the club.e-mail: chrisfoden@meyado.com

Cell number is 050 273 9261

lookin' to crew

budosailor — Thu, 23 Aug 2007 11:16:42 GMT

Attn all boaters...Racers and cruisers alike!!!!!

Do you need rail meat? How about someone on the foredeck? Pit? Or perhaps just a grog getter? I just arrived in Dubai after having a steller summer sailing on the Great Lakes. I have no memory without sailing (in all capacities), and I would greatly appreciate a chance to prove myself as a crew member or just to enjoy a cruise on the Gulf. Short notice no problem!!!!!!!!!!! Give me (Brian) a ring or a text at 050-932-2624

Red sky at ...

looking to crew

laure — Tue, 14 Aug 2007 11:35:52 GMT

I�ve just moved down to Dubai from France and would be keen on crewing on any boats who needed an enthusiastic crew member.

I�m 25 years old and have lots of racing and cruising experience.

Boats sailed : - 26�� to 40��

- one design class boat : Grand Surprise, Jod 35

French sailing license, Grade I

please contact on: maildelaure@gmail.com

Looking to crew

Elizabeth Spall — Sun, 10 Jun 2007 15:48:06 GMT

Tim and Lizzie Spall are looking to crew. We have level 2 dinghy certs, and have done some flotilla sailing with Sunsail.

Looking to Crew

mkhalil — Tue, 08 May 2007 12:53:55 GMT

Hello,

My name is Mohamad Al Khalil. I am available to join any crew position available - race, trip or sailing event.

I have completed RYA Dinghy Course Level 2 at D.O.S.C.

email: mohamad.alkhalil@laprairiegroup.ch

Mobile phone: 0505538500

Crew - Offshore Experience - English/French jargon

luapm — Tue, 08 May 2007 08:33:50 GMT

I have just recently moved to Dubai from London where I used to race on weekends from either the Medway, Hamble or Lymington. Have done several trans-Manche offshore races.

Experience on X33, J120 and Dufours in both English and French (both my mother tongues). Have been No 1 and Winchman on all these boats.

Skipping experience on leisurely cruises (French Riviera, Carribean) on monohulls and catamarans.

I'll be around indefinately in Dubai so commitment to crew would be high.

Please ...

[b]Crew available[/b]

James Graham — Tue, 24 Apr 2007 17:15:27 GMT

Hi

I have experience sailing a variety of boats from lasers to former round the world yachts (though only over a couple of days in NZ). Please let me know if you require any additional crew. Very keen to get involved in any form of sailing here.

Cheers

James

New Crew

Mostas7 — Fri, 20 Apr 2007 06:51:36 GMT

Moustafa ,RYA day skipper theory ,27 duabi, good sailing backgroud(Own Boat) ,Very Interested to crew on weekends and /or weekdays after 5, keen to give a hand in any possible manner any time.

thank you

moustafa

0506568916

crew available

afallisam — Sun, 15 Apr 2007 08:00:48 GMT

If you are looking for a crew for any race or for a day sailing I am in.

I have 10.000miles as a deckhand experience, from brisbane to Bali. I dont have a certifications but would be more than happy to get into the sailing life of Dubai. ready to take some course to get all my certifications.

contact: afallisam@hotmail.com

+9716580962

Sam.

+9716580962 (Dubai)

Looking to Crew

Jens — Sun, 15 Apr 2007 07:50:54 GMT

Hi

My name is Jens Erik Rasmussen

I am in DUBAI since 1st April 2007 and plan to stay there for 3 years.

If anybody is looking for crew (any position) for any race or trip or other sailing events, I would be more than happy to join.I have more than 20 years of sailing experience. Several years of helming experience on yachts on Baltic Sea, Danish coastal waters and Greece. I own a Nordic Folk Boat (keel boat 26 feet), in Denmark, which I use for racing. I hold the Danish "Certificate ...

Looking to Crew

Chris — Sat, 14 Apr 2007 17:09:52 GMT

Just got to Dubai from Geneva, Switzerland and am interested in crewing on a yacht here. Not tons of experience have to admit even if I own a 32ft cabin cruiser on the lake back in Geneva. Happy to help out in whatever capacity.

Email: Chris@castaway.org Mobile: 050 459 7269

Ryan Rose

Rysies — Thu, 12 Apr 2007 09:57:14 GMT

Hi

My name is Ryan Rose and I am a 29 year old New Zealander. I am new to Dubai and am keen to find a crewing position. I have sailed for about 20 years. I started in dinghys but for the last 15 years have sailed on keelers/cruisers. In Auckland I sailed 3 nights a week on a Ross 930. I can do most things but recently mainsheet has been my usual position. Anyone who is looking for crew can give me a call on 050 300 5875 or e-mail me at ryan.rose@ghd.com.au

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