--- title: "Set Up a Floating Platform for Events at Anchor · Dockee" url: "https://dockee.net/blog/setting-up-floating-platform-for-events" description: "Learn how to configure drop-stitch modules into a stable hospitality terrace. Create a secure space for a yacht social gathering right at water level." language: "en" --- ![Setting Up a Floating Platform for Events at Anchor](https://shelter.hunpera.com/blog/dockee.net/setting-up-floating-platform-for-events-hero.jpg) # Setting Up a Floating Platform for Events at Anchor [ Back to the Journal](https://dockee.net/blog)Dockee Editorial4 min read Preparing a floating platform for events allows you to host guests directly beside the water, creating a welcoming space away from the main deck. When planning a yacht social gathering at water level, captains and chief stews often look to extend the footprint of the stern. By connecting modular units, you can easily transform the area behind the transom into a sophisticated anchorage hospitality terrace. The result is a stable, defined area where guests can enjoy the sunset, sip a drink, or relax near the water. 1. Choose the right location. Always set up in calm, sheltered water to ensure stability and comfort for your guests. 2. Unfold the modules on a clean deck. Ensure the valve is closed before attaching the pump, then inflate each unit to the pressure stated in the product instructions. 3. Position the units in the water. Slide an uninflated [AirLink Tube](https://dockee.net/product/airlink-tube) into the connection loops of adjacent platforms, inflate it until rigid, and fasten the integrated straps. 4. Secure the entire configuration to strong, suitable fixing points on the yacht. Keep all tie lines completely clear of the propellers. 5. Arrange your seating modules on the newly created terrace. Ensure all loungers and cushions are placed thoughtfully to encourage conversation. 6. Establish safety protocols. Switch off all engines and thrusters while anyone is near the water, and ensure a crew member is designated to supervise swimmers. ## Designing the anchorage hospitality terrace Creating a stable area begins with understanding the materials that form your foundation. Dockee platforms rely on a [drop-stitch](https://dockee.net/glossary#drop-stitch) construction combined with reinforced PVC. This means thousands of internal threads hold the top and bottom surfaces parallel when inflated, producing a firm deck rather than a rounded balloon shape. For larger gatherings, a [Premium Teak Platform 4.10 m](https://dockee.net/product/premium-teak-platform-410) offers a spacious 410 x 205 cm footprint. You can join several of these platforms together using the AirLink Tube, which measures 200 x 30 cm, to build a continuous space that safely accommodates your guest list. The top of the platform features a [teak-look surface](https://dockee.net/glossary#teak-look-surface) that provides secure footing for crew and guests alike. This non-slip finish mimics the warm aesthetic of a traditional deck without being wood, so it needs no oiling or sanding. It sets an elegant tone that matches the main vessel. Guests stepping down from the swim platform will find the transition natural, with the modular deck feeling robust and secure underfoot as they move toward the seating area. ## Configuring the aft deck cocktail setup Once the main platforms are connected and moored safely according to the [connecting and mooring guidelines](https://dockee.net/guide#mooring-and-safety), you can focus on guest comfort. A well-planned aft deck cocktail setup requires comfortable places for guests to sit, talk, and relax. The [Relax Corner](https://dockee.net/product/relax-corner) provides a luxurious, curved seating module measuring 160 x 65 cm. Placing a few of these at the outer edges of the platform creates an inviting space for intimate conversations away from the main group. ![Premium Teak Platform 6.16 m by Dockee](https://shelter.hunpera.com/blog/dockee.net/setting-up-floating-platform-for-events-inline-1-74fb100b.jpg) *Pictured: Premium Teak Platform 6.16 m* You can add further flexibility to the arrangement with the [Air Cushion](https://dockee.net/product/air-cushion). Measuring a compact 50 x 20 cm, it serves as a smart addition to the seating layout, offering soft support right where it is needed. As the evening progresses and guests decide to dip their toes in the water, the crew must remain attentive. Always supervise swimmers and children, ensuring the environment remains controlled and calm as the sun goes down. ## Packing away and routine care When the event concludes and guests return to the main deck, the pack-down process is straightforward. Disconnect the units by deflating the connection tubes and unfastening the straps. Once the platforms are hoisted back onto a clean deck, they require a simple fresh water rinse to remove salt. The teak-look surfaces should be given a gentle clean with a mild soap solution to maintain their premium appearance before the next event. Following proper [care and storage](https://dockee.net/guide#care-and-storage) practices will protect the materials for the seasons ahead. The most critical step is to let the product air-dry completely before you deflate and fold it. Any trapped moisture can cause issues during storage. Once thoroughly dry, fold the units neatly and store them out of prolonged direct sunlight. Treated well, this modular setup will remain a reliable option for waterside entertaining whenever you find the perfect calm bay. 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"Share on Pinterest") ## Frequently asked questions - ### How do you keep multiple floating platforms securely together during an event? Platforms are joined using an inflatable connector that slides into integrated loops. Once inflated until rigid and strapped tight, it creates a stable, continuous surface. - ### Can guests walk comfortably on an inflatable platform in bare feet? Yes. The top features a non-slip, teak-look finish that provides secure footing and feels comfortable underfoot, offering a stable environment similar to a traditional yacht deck. ## Recommended for this article [AirLink Tube | Seamless Floating Connector · €210.00](https://dockee.net/product/airlink-tube)An essential component for safely joining multiple platforms into a single, continuous hospitality terrace. [Luxe Daybed · From €550.00 · 4 configurations](https://dockee.net/product/relax-corner)Add this chic seating module to your layout to create a comfortable and inviting social space right at water level. [Sold out · Premium Teak Platform · From €1,850.00 · 4 sizes](https://dockee.net/product/premium-teak-platform-410)This refined floating deck offers ample space to build a secure, elegant foundation for your waterside events. ## More from the Journal [Managing Tender Traffic: The Inflatable Jet Ski Pod Setup · Read](https://dockee.net/blog/managing-tender-traffic-inflatable-jet-ski-pod-setup)[A Yacht Charter Inflatable SUP Comparison: Vento and Breeze · Read](https://dockee.net/blog/yacht-charter-inflatable-sup-comparison-vento-breeze)[A Yacht Water Toy Pre-Crossing Checklist · Read](https://dockee.net/blog/yacht-water-toy-pre-crossing-checklist)