Welcome, mentors!
Dear Mentors,
Get ready to embark on an exciting journey of learning, sharing, and connection! Below, you’ll find everything you need to know to join the second edition of the Windseeker Foundation Mentor Training, happening March 26-30, 2025. Dive in, and don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions. Let’s make this experience unforgettable!
Registration form
What's happening?
The Mentor Training is a dynamic weekend designed to:
• Equip you with valuable skills through interactive workshops and live sessions.
• Connect you with fellow mentors from various vessels.
• Learn from each other by sharing insights, experiences, and plenty of laughs!
• And last but not least: Sail together across the Dutch Ijsselmeer and visit several typical Dutch Harbours.
You’ll be part of a group of up to 30 mentors and representatives from the Windseeker Foundation. Whether you’re a seasoned sailor or new to the Windseeker family, this training promises to inspire and prepare you for your role as a mentor.
When and where?
When: Wednesday, March 26, 17:00 – Sunday, March 30, 17:00.
Where: Aboard the beautiful Dutch ship Johanna Engelina, moored in the vibrant NDSM area of northern Amsterdam. Address: 53 Ms. van Riemsdijkweg, Amsterdam. Google Maps location.
We will be sailing throughout the weekend and visit typical Dutch port cities, on Sunday we will disembark from the same location as where we started. You will sleep in 2- or 4-person cabins. Workshops will be held onboard, but the sailing and some activities will take you outdoors. Bring your sailing gear and pack accordingly for chilly Dutch March weather!
Getting there
Johanna Engelina will be moored at the Northern part of Amsterdam called NDSM.
From Amsterdam Centraal station: take the free F4 ferry to NDSM (just a 1-minute walk from the station). Ferries run every 15 minutes. Trains from Schiphol Airport to Amsterdam Centraal take around 15 minutes and depart every 10-20 minutes.
Tip: Avoid driving if possible; parking in Amsterdam is expensive! Use park-and-travel options if necessary.
The street address of the vessel is 53 Ms. van Riemsdijkweg – click here for Google Maps location.
What to bring?
Please pack these essentials to ensure a smooth and enjoyable weekend!
• A printed photo of yourself (max 10-15 cm) with space for your name.
• Towels and toiletries (bedding will be provided on board).
• Warm clothing, hat, and gloves (it can be cold and humid in March!)
• Passport or international ID.
• Travel and health insurance details.
• Pen, paper, and a reusable water bottle.
• Pyjamas and casual clothing for workshops.
• A snack or treat from your country to share (enough for 10 people).
• Sailing gear – bring at least a sailing jacket and suitable shoes.
Registration
To secure your spot, please complete the registration form. If you are new to Windseeker, don’t forget to include your health form! Registration is mandatory for all participants.
The full expenses for the Training are covered by Windseeker, excluding personal expenses.
Travel reimbursement
Your travel expenses to Amsterdam and back are reimbursable under the Erasmus+ grant, based on your travel distance:
• 100 – 499 km: € 211 (€ 285 for green travel)
• 500 – 1999 km: € 309 (€ 417 for green travel)
• 2000 – 2999 km: € 395 (€ 535 for green travel)
• 3000 – 3999 km: € 580 (€ 785 for green travel)
Green Travel Supplement: Your maximum reimbursement will be raised if you use only sustainable modes of transport (train, bus, carpooling). In order to receive the higher reimbursement, you must use sustainable transport on all legs of your travel.
Important: Save all tickets and receipts. Submit your refund form by April 15, 2025. Late or incomplete submissions cannot be processed due to strict EU rules. Reimbursements typically take 6-8 months. If funds arrive earlier, we’ll let you know.
Questions about refunds? Email erasmus@windseeker.org with the subject line “Mentor training – refunding.”
Refunding form & info
NEED HELP? QUESTIONS?
During the event:
- Robbert Jan van den Oord: +31 620 01 3501
- Anastasija Veselkova: +31 682 79 0115
Before the event: email Anastasija at erasmus@windseeker.org with the subject “Mentor Training.”
