American couple experience the ultimate luxury during a visit to Riviera headquarters.
More than 30 tailored boating education seminars and workshops will be available to Riviera owners in May.
Riviera’s annual Festival of Boating, held during the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, is a calendar highlight for hundreds of Riviera owners and their families.
This exclusive three-day event is created for the Riviera family and hosted within Riviera’s showcase at the show. It delivers an immersive program that reflects Riviera’s commitment to empowering owners, enhancing confidence, and elevating enjoyment on the water.
With an extensive range of interactive workshops, technical masterclasses and practical seminars, the Festival of Boating is designed to enrich every aspect of Riviera ownership. Owners can choose from more than 30 tailored sessions, presented by leading marine professionals, Riviera master technicians, and experienced cruising experts. Whether you are new to yachting or a seasoned captain, there are valuable learning opportunities at every level.
The Festival of Boating is an immersive program that reflects Riviera’s commitment to empowering owners, enhancing confidence, and elevating enjoyment on the water.
New seminars for 2026
Care and Maintenance – Be guided through Riviera’s recommended maintenance schedules — from checks after every use through to monthly, quarterly, six‑monthly, annual, and long‑term care at two, three, four and five years.
Solar Power Systems – Learn how Riviera’s new solar integration system, developed with Praxis, enhances onboard performance and comfort. Enjoy a quieter environment, lower fuel consumption, and greater independence, whether at anchor or underway.
Water Makers – Discover the different types of water makers, along with the correct operating procedures and maintenance required to optimise performance and ensure reliable, long‑term operation.
Coastal Seamanship – Join one of Riviera’s most experienced skippers as he shares invaluable insights on crossing bar entrances and handling your yacht in varying coastal sea conditions, always with crew safety front of mind.
Understand Your Engine Room – Explore Riviera’s engine room design, systems and components. Learn how they operate, what they do and how to identify potential issues — building confidence for relaxed, enjoyable time on board.
The Festival of Boating is designed to enrich every aspect of Riviera ownership and is presented by leading marine professionals, Riviera master technicians, and experienced cruising experts.
Popular courses in this year’s program include
CZONE System Master Class – Step through the CZONE system screen‑by‑screen, gaining a detailed understanding of how each function operates and how to command your on-board systems with confidence.
Garmin Systems Masterclasses
Part 1: Autopilot and Navigation
Part 2: Sonar, Radar, Smart Modes and Grid Controller
Part 3: Cortex V1, VHF and AIS, ActiveCaptain and Watches
Gain a deeper appreciation of the extensive capabilities of the Garmin systems on board your Riviera.
Power Management Master Class – Understand shore‑power, generators, battery chargers, inverters, engine alternators, and circuits — and how to manage your on- board power systems while cruising or living aboard.
Each educational seminar or workshop blends theory with practical learning from experts in their field.
Navigation Master Class – Learn to identify navigational hazards, safe havens, tide and current considerations, weather routing, voyage planning, and the effective use of navigational charts.
Ladies Skippers’ Course – Cover pre‑departure checks, weather assessment, systems review, essential knots and lines, manoeuvring techniques, and confident docking.
Volvo Penta IPS Familiarisation – An educational presentation followed by an on‑water experience designed to build understanding and confidence with Volvo Penta IPS.
And many more specialised courses are on offer in May 2026, designed to support confident, enjoyable Riviera ownership.
Each session blends theory with practical learning, ensuring owners leave not only better informed, but inspired to enjoy their Riviera luxury motor yacht to the fullest.
The Festival of Boating educational program ensures that owners leave not only better informed but also inspired to enjoy their Riviera luxury motor yacht to the fullest.
How to register
To register for the 2026 Riviera Festival of Boating, contact your local Riviera dealership for full details.
Visit Riviera in the heart of the show
Riviera Australia owner Rodney Longhurst said: “We look forward to welcoming our owners and guests aboard our premium collection of Riviera luxury motor yachts at the Riviera showcase and to the Riviera Festival of Boating on H Arm at the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, beginning Thursday, May 21.”
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