The late Mediterranean season brings a distinct change of pace. The busy summer crowds depart, leaving the anchorages quiet and the water holding its accumulated warmth. Charter guests and owners alike often prefer to linger on the aft deck, enjoying the calm conditions. This is the ideal moment to reconsider how you use the area behind your transom. By setting up a modular dock platform, you create a flat, stable space right on the waterline. The construction relies on drop-stitch fabric with reinforced PVC, so the deck feels firm underfoot. The teak-look surface offers a warm visual appeal, though it is not real wood and needs no oiling or sanding.
Steps to design a complete floating beach club
- Measure your available stern space. Begin with the physical footprint of your yacht. Measure the width of your swim platform and observe the clear water behind and alongside the hull. A floating product must lie without touching the hull, the propellers, or other boats. Consider how many people will use it at the same time and whether you also want to park water toys on it.
- Select a core platform. The foundation of your layout is usually a large rectangular unit. The Premium Teak Platform 6.16 m is an excellent starting point, measuring 616 x 205 cm. It leaves plenty of room for sunbathing, sitting by the sea, or receiving the tender.
- Define a swimming zone. If your guests would rather not swim in open water, a Deluxe Water Pool adds a framed swimming area with a lounging perimeter. An integrated fine-mesh net keeps jellyfish, seaweed and floating debris out of the pool.
- Organise your water toys. A beach club often acts as a base camp for equipment. The Jet Ski Duo Park 4.10 m and the Double Toy Dock 3.10 + 4.10 m hold up to two jet skis, with divided arms that keep them apart. For a Seabob, a compact C-Dock gives you a neat parking spot next to the main deck.
- Join the modules. The AirLink Tube connects these separate pieces. You place the units side by side, inflate the tube until it is rigid, slide it into the connection loops, and fasten it with the integrated straps. Check that everything sits tightly so nothing shifts.
- Arrange lounge pieces. With the layout secure, you can add comfortable seating. The Single Luxe Daybed and the Relax Corner offer places to sit, read and dry off.
- Ensure safe boarding. The AquaStair ladder set provides a reliable route out of the sea. It has four steps and reaches 95 cm below the waterline, making it easy to climb back onto the platform without struggling over the edge.
Inflating and mooring your dock platform
Setting up an extensive system requires the right tools. Because these configurations involve large volumes of air, an electric inflator is essential. The Air Pump 1200 W is powerful enough for large platforms and pools, operating on standard 230 V power. Unfold the product on a clean surface free of sharp objects. Make sure the valve is closed for inflation, then connect the pump. Inflate to the pressure stated in the product instructions and check it with a pressure gauge. A drop-stitch product should feel firm and rigid when correctly inflated. Since air expands as it warms, you must check the pressure again on hot, sunny days.
Connecting everything safely is a priority. Use your floating products in calm, sheltered water. Bring them in or secure them well when wind and waves build up. Tie lines only to strong, suitable fixing points on the yacht and keep them clear of propellers. Safety rules are strict: switch off engines and thrusters while anyone is in the water near the stern. Always supervise swimmers, especially children. A pool net does not replace supervision.
Packing away for winter storage
As the late season draws to a close, your thoughts will turn to packing the yacht away for the winter. Dockee products are designed for the marine environment and need little maintenance, but they must be put away correctly. Rinse every piece thoroughly with fresh water after contact with salt water, and let the product air-dry. Clean fabrics with a mild soap solution and give the teak-look surfaces a regular, gentle clean to keep their appearance.
The most critical storage step is ensuring everything is completely dry before you deflate, fold, and pack it. When not in use, store inflatables and covers dry and out of prolonged direct sunlight. Following this routine protects the materials and ensures your setup will be ready for the spring. Every product carries a warranty of two years from delivery, and we provide worldwide, fully insured shipping. Returns are accepted within 14 days of delivery for unused items in their original packaging, though tailor-made items are excluded. If your yacht requires a specific size or configuration for next season, tailor-made versions are available on request, with an individual quote for each project.
