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FAST TRACK RYA YACHTMASTER

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Listed here are the steps from beginner to RYA Yachtmaster. You can enter at any level and our sailing advisors are here to advise where to start depending on your knowledge level and experience.

The RYA Yachtmaster® Certificate of Competence is often the ultimate aim of aspiring skippers. It is a well known, highly respected qualification worldwide, proving your experience and competence as a skipper.

There are a number of RYA navigation courses that will help you prepare for your exam. Many RYA Yachtmaster candidates also choose to book themselves into an RYA training centre for some specialised exam preparation training, but this is not compulsory.

Program breakdown (in the above image).

This Program includes the following courses from:

The australian sailing as – keelboat program & the royal yachting association (rya) – yacht training program.

Certificates of Competence Include:

• International Certificate of Competence 
• RYA  Yachtmaster Coastal
• RYA Yachtmaster Offshore
• RYA Yachtmaster Ocean

Option 1 – Keelboat courses on our J24 Yachts (or go to Option 2 with the RYA 5 day Competent Crew on larger yachts)

Australian Sailing Keelboat Program

The knowledge to skipper and navigate your own Keelboat by day on sheltered waters

Prices when booked as a Program

Start Crewing

• 4 x 3-hour practical lesson
• 1 x theory lesson and social evening
• Lessons every day

Start Helming

• 4 x 3-hour practical lessons or 2 days

Keelboat Start Skippering

• 2 x 6 hour practical days
• 1 x Theory lesson and social evening
• Best do just before your 5-day practical Coastal Skipper

On our J24’s you will have hands-on instruction on helming (steering the boat), main sheet (controlling the power of the boat), winches (turning the boat through tacks and gybes etc) and the foredeck. After each lesson is your most important part of the day is the debriefing session with your crew and instructor at the Deck bar at the CYCA! (Home of the Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race). 

The sailing lessons on the J24’s are available every day except Thursdays and you can choose your lesson times. Session times are 9:00 am to 12:00 pm or 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm and weekend sessions extend to 4 pm to 7 pm during daylight saving. As we have several training yachts, booking in is really easy and flexible – all you need to do is give us a call. You can even do 2 lessons in one day if you wish.

RYA Competent Crew Practical  5 Day Practical (5 Days and 4 Nights onboard)

•  All Provisions on board inclusive
• $2350 on Monohull Beneteau 38.1
• $2460 on Seawind Catamaran  1170
• $2460 on Seawind Catamaran 1260

RYA Essential Navigation and Seamanship Shorebased theory available online or virtually $390

Then the RYA Day Skipper Certifications: 

RYA  Day Skipper Shorebased Theory

• 40 hours Elearning plus 4 virtual evenings with a RYA Yacht Master Instructor 

Or Online (40 hours + exams) in your own time $750 – Course materials posted

RYA Day Skipper Practical   5 Day Practical (5 Days and 4 Nights onboard)

• $2460 on Seawind Catamaran 1170

It is recommended to complete the theory prior to the practical.

On successful completion of the RYA Day Skipper Practical, you can automatically apply to the RYA for the  ICC International Certificate of Competence  This is required to skipper your own yacht or hire a yacht or powerboat in over 140 countries. The certification is for sailing up to 24m .

Then RYA Yacht Master Certificate of Competence –  Enable the skipper to navigate and skipper on any coastal passage.

RYA Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster Theory

• 40 hours eLearning and 6 virtual evening sessions with an RYA Yacht Master Instructor

RYA Coastal Skipper Practical  5 days and 4 nights onboard

• $2350 on monohull Beneteau 38.1

Marine Radio Licence (LROCP)

• Online theory and 1 x evening and practical course
• VHF, HF and DSC
• $450 plus $89 licence fee

Australian Sailing Safety and Sea Survival

• eLearning & Practical
• Includes flare and pool session

Optional Courses 

Radar Course

Diesel Course

• 1-day course

RYA Yachtmaster Ocean Course

• 40 hours plus exam

RYA Exams and Commercial endorsement for Australia and International.

Included & benefits

• Free unlimited 3-hour practice sails on a standby basis for 4 weeks after Keelboat Courses
• 1 x 3 hour private lesson on our J24 (normally $450)
• Course packs for all RYA virtual and online courses
• Free use of wet weather gear for Keelboat Courses
• Free introduction to boat owners as crew to race or mile builders/deliveries after SSSC is completed
• PSS is located in the CYCA and has operated from this base for over 40 years.
• Opportunities for crewing are unlimited.
• Starting on smaller yachts like our J24s and progressing to our bigger yachts provides the best outcome in sailing skills.
• Flexible course dates – can be altered with the required minimum notice as per our booking conditions
• Fast track – RYA Yachtmaster program completed in 3 months if requested

Not included:

Exam for RYA Yacht Master Offshore Certificate of Competence

• The exam is independent and approximately $500 is paid directly to the RYA
• PSS registration, Insurance, logbook and certificate fees $150
• Textbooks (if required) approximately $230

Practice Sails 

Unlimited and available on a standby basis for 6 weeks on our J24 Yachts.

ICC Assessment

ICC assessment cost is included in the 5 day practical assessment.

On successful completion of the RYA Day Skipper practical, ask about the ICC International Certificate of Competence. During the RYA Day skipper practical course you will be assessed for your theory, sailing and seamanship skills. This is a pass or fail and a pass is the minimum requirement for the ICC.

RYA Sailing Courses Australia

Rya courses, escape the rat race and explore the world from the sea. discover how today, set sail on your next adventure, achieve globally recognised certification with rya courses.

At Sunshine Sailing Australia , we offer a comprehensive range of RYA (Royal Yachting Association) courses designed to provide you with internationally recognised sailing qualifications. Whether you are a beginner looking to start your sailing journey or an experienced sailor aiming to advance your skills, our RYA courses cater to all levels of experience and ambition.

Why Choose RYA Certification?

The RYA certification is highly regarded worldwide, ensuring that your qualifications are recognized wherever your sailing adventures take you. The structured RYA training program is designed to build your skills progressively, providing you with the confidence and competence to handle various sailing scenarios safely and effectively.

Key Features of RYA Courses

• Internationally Recognised Certification RYA qualifications are respected and accepted globally.
• Comprehensive Curriculum Each course is designed to provide a thorough understanding of sailing techniques, safety procedures, and navigational skills.
• Experienced Instructors Learn from RYA-certified instructors with extensive sailing experience.
• Flexible Scheduling Courses are available throughout the year, allowing you to choose a schedule that fits your lifestyle.
• Hands-On Training Gain practical experience on the water, ensuring you are well-prepared for real-world sailing situations.

Many of our RYA courses, such as the RYA Day Skipper, prepare you for the International Certificate of Competence (ICC) . Obtaining an ICC is essential for those planning to sail in European waters or charter boats internationally. Learn more about how our RYA courses can help you achieve ICC certification.

The RYA certification is highly regarded worldwide, ensuring that your qualifications are recognised wherever your sailing adventures take you. The structured RYA training program is designed to build your skills progressively, providing you with the confidence and competence to handle various sailing scenarios safely and effectively.

Many of our RYA courses, such as the RYA Day Skipper , prepare you for the International Certificate of Competence (ICC) . Obtaining an ICC is essential for those planning to sail in European waters or charter boats internationally. Learn more about how our RYA courses can help you achieve ICC certification .

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Internationally Recognised Certification

RYA qualifications are respected and accepted globally.

Comprehensive Curriculum

Each course is designed to provide a thorough understanding of sailing techniques, safety procedures, and navigational skills.

Experienced Instructors

Learn from RYA-certified instructors with extensive sailing experience.

Flexible Scheduling

Courses are available throughout the year, allowing you to choose a schedule that fits your lifestyle.

Hands-On Training

Gain practical experience on the water, ensuring you are well-prepared for real-world sailing situations.

Explore Our RYA Courses

• RYA Competent Crew

The RYA Competent Crew course is perfect for those new to sailing. This foundational course teaches basic seamanship and helmsmanship, making you an effective crew member on a yacht. It’s the first step towards becoming a competent sailor.

• RYA Day Skipper

The RYA Day Skipper course is ideal for sailors with some experience who want to take on more responsibility on board. This course covers navigation, pilotage, and boat handling under power and sail, providing the skills needed to skipper a yacht in familiar waters.

• RYA Coastal Skipper

The RYA Coastal Skipper course at Sunshine Sailing Australia is designed for advanced sailors ready to elevate their skills. Offered in Brisbane, the Gold Coast, the Sunshine Coast, and Moreton Bay, this course focuses on advanced navigation, passage planning, and pilotage. You’ll gain hands-on experience in complex decision-making and yacht management, preparing you to skipper a yacht on longer coastal and offshore passages. This comprehensive program ensures you are well-prepared for the RYA Yachtmaster examination and beyond.

RYA Yachtmaster Courses

Our Yachtmaster courses in Australia are designed for experienced sailors looking to achieve one of the most respected sailing qualifications. We offer both Yachtmaster Coastal and Yachtmaster Offshore courses, each tailored to prepare you for the rigorous Yachtmaster exam.

RYA Training Programs

Our RYA training programs include a variety of courses aimed at different skill levels and sailing goals. From introductory courses to advanced training, our programs are designed to help you progress through the RYA certification pathway.

Yachtmaster Courses Australia

Sunshine Sailing Australia offers comprehensive Yachtmaster courses in Australia. These courses are designed to provide the advanced skills and knowledge required for the Yachtmaster certification. Our experienced instructors will guide you through the rigorous training process, ensuring you are fully prepared for the Yachtmaster exam.

RYA Courses:

• RYA Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster Offshore Theory
• RYA Competent Crew – Catamaran
• RYA Competent Crew – Monohull
• RYA Day Skipper Monohull
• RYA Day Skipper Theory – Online
• RYA Essential Navigation – Online
• RYA Start Yachting
• RYA Day Skipper Catamaran
• RYA Power Boat Level 2 Course
• RYA Diesel Engines

If you’re planning to sail internationally, obtaining the right certification is essential. Our International Certificate of Competence ( ICC ) is designed to help you meet the requirements for sailing in European waters and beyond. Whether you’re looking to get your ICC certification through practical assessment or by completing our RYA Day Skipper course, we provide all the training you need to achieve your ICC Certificate. Prepare for your sailing adventures with confidence by obtaining your International Certificate of Competence ( ICC ) through Sunshine Sailing Australia.

Why Choose Sunshine Sailing Australia for RYA Training?

At Sunshine Sailing Australia , we are committed to providing the highest quality sailing education. Our RYA training courses are delivered by experienced instructors who are passionate about sailing and teaching. Whether you aim to become a skilled crew member or a confident skipper, our courses are designed to help you achieve your sailing goals.

Start your journey with us today and gain the internationally recognised RYA certification that will open doors to sailing opportunities worldwide. Get in touch with us to learn more about our RYA courses and how we can help you achieve your sailing ambitions.

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• Yachtmaster Ocean Fast Track

The Yachtmaster Ocean Fast Track in Sydney first trains you for your RYA Yachtmaster Offshore Certificate. Then, you go on to learn celestial navigation and complete an ocean-qualifying passage in preparation for the RYA Yachtmaster Ocean oral exam.

Description

Our innovative course programme provides an exhilarating mix of training and a reliable route to certification.

We promise expert tuition, a stimulating learning environment and a great Australian sailing adventure.

Course Schedule

The programme comprises a package of individual training courses built into a balanced and progressive training schedule. 

Training time is divided between live-aboard periods, daysailing courses and shore-based theory classes. 

Weekends are usually free, but we encourage you to join our dinghy sailing and windsurfing classes (at no cost) to develop core sailing skills or join a Flying Fish weekend course as a mate to one of our qualified yacht instructors.

Racing enthusiasts can often go yacht racing with Middle Harbour Yacht Club owners.

See the Faq section below for a full breakdown of the week-by-week training schedule. 

If you join our September course, there is a 3-week break in training over the Christmas period, and the ocean passage to Lord Howe Island begins in Hobart, Tasmania and finishes in Sydney. If you choose the February course, there is no break in the schedule, and the Ocean Passage starts and finishes in Sydney.  

Fantastic sailing areas

The course is based in a spectacular setting at Flying Fish Sail Academy, Middle Harbour Yacht Club, Sydney.

You sail in Sydney Harbour, Australia's favourite yachting playground, cruising past the Opera House and under the famous Sydney Harbour Bridge.

Offshore, you explore the New South Wales coast, heading south to Jervis Bay or north to Pittwater, Seal Rocks and Coffs Harbour.

The Ocean passage goes to Lord Howe Island, an absolute jewel in the Pacific with beautiful beaches and a magnificent coral lagoon. 

The diving and snorkelling are world-class, and weather permitting, the crew will spend a couple of days relaxing and exploring this beautiful island before we set sail for the passage back to Sydney.

Weather conditions vary from warm sea breezes to cool southerly busters.

You will experience magnificent seascapes, dolphins, whales and, of course, flying fish! This is offshore sailing at its best. 

Equipment and instructors 

We operate a fleet of excellent training vessels, including Beneteau 40.7 cruiser racers, SV Arctos (a Radford 55 built for a southern ocean circumnavigation) and our luxury yacht Calypso, a state-of-the-art Moody 54 Deck Saloon.

We also have a fleet of Laser Bahia and RS Zest training dinghies and Highfield rigid inflatable boats, which we use in the early part of the programme. 

For shore-based training, we have a comfortable waterside classroom equipped with various modern teaching aids and equipment. 

Our team of experienced instructors will guide you through your programme in the friendly and professional style that is the hallmark of Flying Fish.  

• Where to stay ashore

If you don't live in Sydney, you will need a place to stay for the duration of your course.

We have limited availability in Flying Fish serviced crew apartments in Manly, staying with other Flying Fish customers on one of Australia's most beautiful beaches. Or you can book your own place. 

For more information, see the FAQ section below. 

Before you start

• The course is often described as a 'Zero to Hero' programme. As such, it is suitable for newcomers to sailing and boating. Having said this, any prior experience in sailing and boating (eg dinghy sailing or windsurfing) will be very helpful.
• If you start the course as a beginner, you will log all the miles and passages needed for the practical and oral exams.
• If you join us, having logged some miles and time on yachts, you can expect to leave as a confident, qualified Yachtmaster Offshore, ready to enter the RYA oral exam as Yachtmaster Ocean.
• All seafarers applying for certification as Yachtmasters and Deck Officers need full-colour vision.
• To plan your own pathway to Yachtmaster Ocean with a custom package of short courses, see here . 

What's included

• Tuition, logbook, pre-course reading, training resources, and certification. 
• Life jackets and safety harnesses are provided, and we can loan you wet weather clothing if required.
• Shared cabin accommodation and meals onboard on live-aboard passages 
• All vessels have an enclosed bathroom on board.
• Fast-track customers can join our weekend dinghy and windsurf classes free of charge.
• RYA Yachtmaster Offshore exam fees (approximately $465) are not included and are payable directly to the RYA on the exam day.
• Having attained YM Offshore, the RYA YM Ocean oral exam is arranged by the candidate directly with the examiner for a time after completion of the course; the candidate pays exam fees. 
• If you book our September course, we include an economy-class flight from Sydney to Hobart to start the ocean passage.

Qualifications and experience

See the FAQ section below for a complete list of the qualifications and experience acquired on the programme.

• If you leave the course as a qualified, commercially endorsed Yachtmaster, you will be ready to start work as a skipper.
• As a Yachtmaster Offshore, you are approved by the MCA to take charge of a sailing vessel of up to 200 gross tonnes on passages up to 150 miles from a safe haven. A Yachtmaster Ocean is unrestricted by distance. 
• If you want to work as an instructor at an RYA school, you will need to complete a Yacht Cruising Instructor course.

Testimonials

• Cameron Pimentel

• “ I've been lucky enough to be hired by an incredible carbon ketch based out of New Zealand. So many thanks again to George and everyone else at Flying Fish! ”
• Willem Rootselaar
• Yachtmaster Offshore Fast Track

• “ This has been the greatest life experience I ever had!! and with the result: Yachtmaster! Now I'm a REAL Sailor! ”
• Lyndsay Barnes 
• Dayskipper to Yachtmaster Fast Track 

• “ Joining the Flying Fish Yachtmaster programme was one of the best decisions I ever made, My new office is floating on Sydney Harbour. If you’re considering doing the course, sign up now and don’t give it a second thought. But be warned, it could change your life. ”
• Week 1 -  RYA Powerboat Level 2 (2 days) / Dinghy Sailing Level 1/2 (2 days) /Marine First Aid (1 day) / ACMA  Marine Radio Operator (1 day)
• Week 2 -  RYA Competent Crew (5 days)
• Week 3 -  RYA Day Skipper Shorebased Theory 
• Week 4 -  RYA Day Skipper Practical  (5 days)
• Week 5 -  Racing and Spinnakers (2 days) / Basic Yacht Maintenance (3 days)
• Week 6, 7, 8  - Yachtmaster Milebuilder and Qualifying Passages (16 days live-aboard)
• Week 9 -  RYA Yachtmaster Shorebased Theory (6 days)
• Week 10 - RYA Coastal Skipper Practical (5 days live-aboard)
• Week 11 - Yachtmaster Practical Skills (5 days)
• Week 12 - RYA Yachtmaster Ocean Shorebased Theory (5 days)
• Week 13 - Ocean passage planning / Yachtmaster Ocean Qualifying Passage (16 days live-aboard)
• Week 14, 15 - YM Ocean Qualifying Passage (continued) 
• Week 16 - Yachtmaster Prep and Exam Week - Offshore (5 days live-aboard)
• Approx 3,700 sea miles logged
• RYA Competent Crew
• RYA Day Skipper Shorebased
• RYA Day Skipper Practical
• RYA Powerboat Level 2
• TCP Marine First Aid
• RYA Diesel Engine certificate
• Basic Yacht Maintenance
• RYA Yachtmaster qualifying passages / Watchkeeping experience
• RYA Dinghy Level 1 Start Sailing
• RYA Dinghy Level 2 Basic Skills
• Racing and Spinnakers
• ACMA VHF/HF GMDSS Radio Licence
• RYA Yachtmaster Shorebased
• RYA Coastal Skipper
• RYA Yachtmaster Offshore (Sail)
• RYA YM Ocean Shorebased
• RYA YM Ocean passage
• RYA Yachtmaster Ocean (Sail)
• Flying Fish crew apartments - stay with other Flying Fish customers on one of Australia’s most beautiful beaches. Our crew apartments in Manly are comfortably furnished for shared living and only a short bus ride or Uber ride to our Middle Harbour Yacht Club training centre. Room share (twin or triple with ensuite) $790 per week / single room $1190 per week. Book your accommodation package when you book your course. We only offer accommodation packages for the whole duration of the programme. 
• Book your own Backpackers In Manly – basic accommodation for those on a budget (approx $50 / night for 4-6 berth mixed dormitory)
• Book your own Air BNB at various prices and standards. 
• Visas for international students
• Apart from Aussies and Kiwis, everybody travelling to Australia must apply for a visa in advance. Don't apply for a student visa. These are only available for government-sanctioned higher education courses at universities and other tertiary establishments.  Tourist visas or working holiday visas (for those who want to work) are acceptable. 
• What happens if I fail the Yachtmaster exams?
• We do our best to make sure that you don't. But if the worst comes to the worst, you'll go away with an action plan to complete.  Usually, this involves revising some missing skills or knowledge and then resitting the exam.
• Over 90% of our Yachtmaster candidates pass the first time.

Similar courses

STCW Basic Safety Training is required by anyone wishing to work on a commercial vessel greater than 24 m in length. If your aim is to work on superyachts this course is an essential part of your training.

Upon completing this course, you will have a thorough knowledge of all the theory required for the RYA Yachtmaster Offshore Certificate of Competence.

Our Yachtmaster Milebuilders provide the opportunity to log sea miles and qualifying passages in preparation for the RYA Yachtmaster Offshore Certificate assessment. You will take part in a series of extended offshore passages by day and night, operating a watch system on board.

Dayskipper to Yachtmaster Fast-track is designed for confident sailors who have completed RYA Day Skipper or have previous experience as skipper in sheltered waters. It provides an efficient pathway to the Yachtmaster Offshore certificate.

This one-day Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) approved course teaches you to use VHF (Short Range) as well as MF and HF (Long Range) radio for distress, urgency, safety, and general calls. The course includes GMDSS and DSC

The Dinghy Sail Instructor Fast-track programme is designed for basic intermediate sailors who want to fast-track their skills in a stunning location and progress to become an RYA-qualified instructor quickly.

This course has been specifically designed for those working in the marine environment and is ideal for boat owners, watersports instructors, yacht skippers, and crew. The course leads to an internationally recognised first aid qualification.

Be part of the crew on an ocean sailing passage to a stunning Pacific island destination. This superb training adventure is ideal for sailors who want to experience the magic of blue-water cruising.

Professional Practices and Responsibilities (PPR) is a compulsory online course for qualified RYA Yachtmasters who require a Commercial Endorsement. Ignore the dates shown here!

Learn some tricks of the trade so you can be safe on the race course. Racing with spinnakers is exciting but it also presents new risks. Flying a kite requires the crew to perform a number of tasks in the correct order.

The RYA Coastal Skipper course provides you with the opportunity to develop your seamanship, boat handling and navigation skills offshore by day and night. It is a stepping stone towards the Yachtmaster Certificates of Competence.

This course gives you an overall awareness of the central systems of a marine diesel engine. We teach you how to take simple measures to prevent mechanical breakdown at sea and rectify defects that do not require workshop support.

This course provides intensive training in the practical skills and theoretical knowledge the small boat driver needs. You will learn to drive our rigid inflatable rescue craft.

This course prepares experienced skippers for the prestigious RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Ocean Certificate of Competence. The programme combines the RYA Yachtmaster Ocean Theory course with an exhilarating Pacific ocean qualifying passage.

The RYA Yachtmaster Ocean Shore-based week teaches you ocean passage planning and celestial navigation, including the use of a sextant. You will leave the course confident that you have the knowledge and skills required to navigate an ocean passage using traditional methods.

This course leads to a practical assessment conducted independently by an RYA Yachtmaster Examiner. Depending on your prior skills and experience, your objective may be a Yachtmaster Offshore or Coastal Certificate of Competence.

Our Superyacht Steward/ess course at Flying Fish UK provides the essential skills and qualifications needed to start working as a Superyacht Steward or Stewardess. It's the perfect springboard you need to enter the industry with confidence.

The Windsurf Instructor Fast-track is an intensive four week course, for basic windsurfers who want to progress to instructor quickly.

This two-day course meets the requirements of World Sailing (formerly ISAF), RYA and AS for crew planning to take part in offshore yacht races like the Sydney to Hobart race. The course is also highly recommended for anyone going to sea for any purpose.

This self-paced online course provides a beginner's introduction to the navigation theory and safety knowledge required to go boating safely at sea.

This course provides a grounding in the essential maintenance tasks required to keep a modern cruising yacht on the water.

This course is for anyone at or above the RYA Day Skipper standard who wants to develop their boat handling, seamanship, and navigation skills and confidence as a skipper.

The Yachtmaster Coastal Fast-Track in Sydney takes you from novice sailor to RYA Yachtmaster Coastal Certificate of Competence.

The Flying Fish Yachtmaster Offshore Fast Track in Sydney takes you from novice sailor to the RYA Yachtmaster Certificate of Competence.

This passage meets the requirements of the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia for crew qualification for the Sydney to Hobart race. It is also a great mile builder for aspiring Yachtmasters.

This is a re-validation course for those who have completed the two-day AS/World Sailing Offshore Safety and Sea Survival course but whose certificates will soon expire.

Our Superyacht Deckhand course at Flying Fish UK is packed full of the essential qualifications and skills required by the deck crew on a superyacht. It provides a superb springboard into your first job.

The programme is for water sports enthusiasts who want to join an inspiring training adventure in a superb location and fast-track their progress to RYA instructor level in two sports.

This internship offers seasoned watersports instructors an unparalleled chance to embark on a comprehensive two-year work-study journey, culminating in certifications as a Yachtmaster Ocean and RYA Cruising Instructor. Set in an idyllic location, this program promises an enriching, career-enhancing experience in an inspiring environment. It is also a highly cost effective way of training.

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RYA Program

The RYA continues to expand internationally with around 2400 training centres globally including centres in NZ, Malaysia, Thailand, Hong Kong, and of course Australia! The RYA's benchmark qualification the 'Yachtmaster' is highly respected around the world by recreational and professional mariners alike, and is recognised for commercial use on sailing vessels by AMSA in Australia.

The RYA Cruising schemes and the Australian Sailing Keelboat Program provide pathways for all levels of experience to progress seamlessly into offshore sailing, and especially to pursue international adventures & employment opportunities.

Australian Sailing is in partnership with the RYA due to its qualifications being recognised and respected around the world, and with more than 130 years experience, together we are able to provide a world-class training platform.

From your first steps on a yacht to skippering a crew across oceans; the RYA Yachtmaster™ Scheme is designed to take you from absolute beginner to highly skilled and competent sailor

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Yachtmaster Offshore Course

£10,790

Sydney, Australia

• Yachtmaster sail

Our Yachtmaster Offshore Course takes you from novice sailor to RYA Yachtmaster Offshore in twelve weeks. The course provides all the skills, prerequisite miles, and passages for the RYA Yachtmaster Offshore exam.

Why Yachtmaster Offshore?

The Yachtmaster Offshore Course is the most popular route for those seeking a career in the yachting industry. The RYA Yachtmaster Offshore qualification is widely respected and acknowledged globally, opening up opportunities as a professional sailor.

Once you are qualified, you can take control of a sailing boat. The boat can be up to 24 meters long. You can go on a trip that is up to 150 nautical miles away from the shore.

Customers join our Yachtmaster Offshore Course to either achieve a lifetime goal or to begin a career.

If you are looking for a career in the maritime industry, then we recommend choosing this option.

Want to venture across an Ocean?

If your goal is to skipper a sailing yacht across an Ocean, then consider choosing our Yachtmaster Ocean course .

Why Flying Fish

So many people choose Flying Fish because of our training location, experience, and history of running professional Yachtmaster training courses. Train with Flying Fish and enjoy Sydney harbour, warm water, sunshine, and some of the best sailing conditions in the world.

Train with Flying Fish to combine your RYA Yachtmaster Offshore course with travel and adventure.

• Flying Fish is well known for our Yachtmaster Offshore Courses in Sydney. We have been running Yachtmaster training courses in Australia since 1995 and have seen thousands of customers achieve their dream.
• Sydney is known for its relaxed, cosmopolitan lifestyle, incredible beaches, and great surf. You sail hard during the day and unwind on the beach at night.
• The evenings and weekends are a time to explore Sydney and enjoy the bars, restaurants, and Aussie way of life. Many customers learn to surf, live life outdoors, and enjoy the Aussie laid-back way of life.
• There is so much to do that most customers stay in Australia and carry on the adventure!

What to expect from the course

You begin with two days of Dinghy sailing, great fun and provides fundamental sailing skills.

Next, you progress to our 40′ yachts for two weeks of hands-on, practical training followed by RYA Day Skipper Theory. As the course progresses, you venture offshore to learn how to sail, navigate and take charge of a yacht offshore.

Becoming a competent Yachtmaster Offshore sailor requires good leadership, management, and problem-solving skills. A key part of our Offshore and Ocean courses is to teach you how to manage the yacht.

We add a two-day, learn-to-race package to understand how to use spinnakers and the art of yacht racing.

The final stage of the Yachtmaster Offshore Course is the final exam prep week, culminating in the RYA Yachtmaster Offshore exam.

For a full course breakdown, please click on the full itinerary below.

Where to stay

If you choose to stay with us, you will stay in one of our apartments, located in the heart of Manly, a stone through from the beach and 15 minutes from the training centre at Middle Harbour Yacht Club.

Manly is a stunning spot famous for its surf beach, outdoor living, bars, and restaurants. Manly is a special location, just a half-hour ferry ride from the center of Sydney and the entrance to the Northern beaches.

The accommodation is self-catering and a popular choice for customers who want to stay on the beach! For more details on our  accommodation in Manly then click here .

The Yachtmaster Offshore Certificate is the most popular qualification, the gateway to employment. It provides an excellent starting point when entering the yachting industry as a professional skipper on yachts under 24m or as a Deckhand on a Superyacht.

If working as a professional is your choice, we recommend adding STCW Basic Safety Training .  STCW Basic Safety Training is the standard for professional skipper and crew. Adding STCW will allow you to apply for the RYA Master of Yachts 200 Gross Tonnes.

We would advise all customers to complete the  ENG1 medical before enrolling on this course. The ENG1 Medical is a requirement for commercial endorsement. Without it, you cannot work as a professional skipper.

Once qualified as a Yachtmaster Offshore, you must apply for commercial endorsement through the RYA.

Unless you are an Australian or New Zealand resident, then you will need a visa to travel to Australia. You can apply for most visas online. The application process is quick and easy. Please click here for more information on what visa to apply for.

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• RYA Competent Crew
• RYA Day Skipper Shorebased
• RYA Day Skipper Practical
• RYA Powerboat Level 2
• TCP Marine First Aid
• RYA Diesel Engine certificate
• Basic Yacht Maintenance
• RYA Yachtmaster qualifying passages/watchkeeper experience
• RYA Dinghy Level 1 or 2
• Intro Racing and Spinnaker handling course
• ACMA VHF/HF GMDSS Radio Licence
• RYA Yachtmaster Shorebased
• RYA Coastal Skipper
• RYA Yachtmaster Offshore (Sail)

Please note Yachtmaster exam fees are not included. A fee of approximately $465 is payable directly to the RYA examiner.

This course is designed for newcomers to sailing and for anyone with previous experience who would like to recap basic skills in a superb sailing environment.

All seafarers applying for certification as Yachtmaster and Deck Officers need full colour vision.

You must be 18 or older to train with Flying Fish in Australia.

All students are required to secure travel insurance for the duration of their course.

Also, we recommend you have your  ENG 1 medical  before you join our course.

Please click here for a downloadable pdf detailing our 12-week Yachtmaster Offshore Course, or see the breakdown below.

Week 1 –  RYA Powerboat Level 2 (2 days) / Dinghy Sailing Level 1/2 (2 days) /Marine First Aid (1 day)

Week 2 –  RYA Competent Crew (5 days live-aboard)

Week 3 –  RYA Day Skipper Shorebased Theory / ACMA  Marine Radio Operator (1 day)

Week 4 –  RYA Day Skipper Practical  (5 days live-aboard)

Week 5 –  Racing and Spinnakers (2 days) / Basic Yacht Maintenance (3 days)

Week 6, 7, 8  – Yachtmaster Milebuilder and Qualifying Passages (16 days live-aboard)

Week 9 –  RYA Yachtmaster Shorebased Theory (6 days)

Week 10 – RYA Coastal Skipper Practical (5 days live-aboard)

Week 11 – Yachtmaster Practical Skills (5 days)

Week 12 – Yachtmaster Prep and Exam Week – Offshore (5 days live-aboard)

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What an absolute honour and pleasure it was being a part of Flying Fish family for the 2 weeks I completed with them! From the professional, helpful and attentive staff to fun, laughter and memories.

Staff are amazing and so kind! Great course and great accommodation. Lovely location and an all round great friendly atmosphere.

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RYA Fast Track in Australia

The Southern Cross Yachting FAST TRACK course has been designed to take the novice yachtsman and woman from the basics of yachting through to the RYA Coastal Skipper Certificate.

• RYA Competent Crew 5-day practical
• RYA Day Skipper Shore based course
• RYA Day Skipper 5-day practical course
• RYA/ MCA, ISAF Sea Survival course
• Marine Radio Operators Certificate of Proficiency (VHF and MF/HF)
• RYA Coastal Skipper Shore based Course
• RYA Coastal Skipper 5-day Practical Course

Courses can be tailored to suit previous study and yachting experience. Radar and Boat Safe Recreational Boat Safe License courses can be arranged if required. Accommodation During all onboard practical training students live aboard the yachts for the duration of the module. When onboard all meals are included except for the 1 or 2 nights that we eat out ashore. Shore side stay accommodation is available at:

• MANLY HARBOUR BACKPACKERS (Cheap backpacker style accommodation) from $25/night, ph 3396 3824, [email protected]
• In the centre of Manly Village is the MANLY HOTEL with a variety of room types available. Take advantage of the numerous restaurants, cafes and take- aways available at your doorstep. The food’s great at the Pub!  Call on (07) 3249 5999
• The MANLY MARINA COVE is situated beside the Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron right on Manly Boat Harbour. Click on the link for more details.
• MORETON BAY BREEZE – $85/night (negotiable) – a really comfy flat for two in a family home which is separate & private and has it’s own entry. It is very close to excellent public transport and is a short walk to Manly village and harbour, the gateway to Moreton Bay. https://www.airbnb.com.au/rooms/5501677?s=YnUF ph 3393 3730 Dan or Gabrielle

We would be happy to provide further information on local accommodation alternatives or see www.manlyharbourvillage.com for more information on the village of Manly and accommodation alternatives.

Pre-requisites There are no pre-requisites for the course. During the course you will log the miles and sea time required to achieve the RYA Coastal Skipper certificate. For those who wish to do the RYA/MCA Yachtmaster exam additional sea time is required – a total of 50 days at sea and 2500miles.You need to be at least 18 years of age. A medical by an MCA approved doctor is required for commercial endorsement of the RYA Yachtmaster and we will provide a form for completion by the medical officer. MCA (the UK’s Marine & Coastal Agency) endorsement is a commercial endorsement to work as Captain/Master on commercial, red ensign vessels to 24 meters.

About Southern Cross Yachting Southern Cross Yachting began operating in March 1997 with one yacht. Since that time the school has grown and has forged a reputation as Australia’s foremost yacht training school. Over the past 16 years Southern Cross Yachting has trained over 10 000 students, both Australians and visitors from overseas. The School reputation has been built on its commitment to service and the quality of its instructional staff. All instructional staff have been selected and trained by Principal Michael Job – Australia’s most qualified Yachtmaster instructor. The school is committed not just to delivering the finest sail training tuition available, but making the experience as enjoyable as possible! As the only person to have been both an AYF and RYA Yachtmaster offshore Examiner Mike is uniquely qualified to design a Fast track course for Australian and international waters. The school operates a fleet of quality (all over 35 feet) yachts based at East Coast Marina in Manly Yacht Harbour – the largest recreational yacht harbour in the Southern Hemisphere. Shore based courses are held at our water side classroom close to all facilities. Southern Cross Yachting is located in the picturesque village of Manly – a bay side suburb of Brisbane, capital of the state of Queensland and Australia’s 3rd largest city. We are only 20 minutes drive from Brisbane’s International airport and only 1 hours drive from the world famous beaches of the Gold and Sunshine coasts. Manly is the gateway to Moreton Bay – truly a yachting paradise and a sail training theme park! Accredited by the Australian Yachting Federation for 7 years, Southern Cross Yachting was the first Sea School to gain RYA recognition in Australia and now offers RYA courses exclusively.

Mike Job – Principal

• Mike Job is Australia’s most qualified Yachtmaster Instructor and one of the most experienced.
• Mike is an RYA Yachtmaster Instructor, Yachtmaster Examiner and Examiner of Instructors (one of only 11 people worldwide to hold this qualification) and a Master V.
• Mike has been a fulltime Yachting instructor for over a decade both in the UK and in Australia and is the only person to have held the position of both AYF and RYA Yachtmaster Examiner.
• Mike has skippered racing yachts offshore since he was 19 years old and brings to sail training a lifetime experience in yachting, both racing and cruising all over the world.
• Never one to be trapped behind a desk – Mike is very actively involved in training and delivers many of the Fast track training modules as well as personally monitoring each student’s progress.

Gerry Fitzgerald – Sea Survival/ First Aid/ Diesel Engine/Radar/ STCW10 Instructor

• Gerry is a Master class IV and both an AYF and RYA Yachtmaster Instructor and Sea Survival Instructor. Gerry’s vast experience at sea includes Master of a trading ship in the South Pacific islands as well as skippering many trips on sail training yachts to Antarctica and around Cape Horn . Gerry’s specialty is sea survival, having written the AYF Sea safety and Survival course and examined instructors nationally for the delivery of that course. Gerry is currently the only Sea Survival instructor in Australia accredited to offer the ISAF Category 0 survival course, allowing the holder to participate in yacht races up to the Volvo around the world race. Gerry teaches the sea safety and diesel engine courses in the Fast track programme .

Training Waters Moreton Bay Let’s keep it a Secret! Moreton Bay Marine Park must be the best kept secret in the sailing world! From the white sands and turquoise water of Moreton Island the bay stretches south for 60 miles to the Gold Coast Broadwater- a sailing paradise that offers a unique diversification of surroundings and sailing conditions. At the northern end of our training grounds the Bay is some 20 miles wide with the magnificent anchorages of Moreton Island on the eastern side (including the famous Tangalooma Wrecks) and the marinas of Redcliffe and Sandgate on the mainland side. South of this the bay starts to narrow as you pass the entrance to the majestic Brisbane River – only 15 miles upstream you can moor in a marina in the heart of the city. South of the river mouth lie the historic islands of St Helena , Green, Stradbroke and Peel which offer good anchorages. With a labyrinth of islands between here and the Broadwater there is all round shelter for over 20 miles. This complex waterway leads to the marinas and anchorages of the Gold Coast with all it has to offer. The bay is alive with bird and marine life; dolphins and dugong are seen regularly and the odd whale breaching at the northern end! This is one of the world’s most unspoilt cruising grounds – come and see for yourself ! With its complex channels, bubbling tidal streams (up to 6 knots), 2 metre tidal range and multitude of harbours , rivers and creeks Moreton Bay is a yacht training theme park! On our offshore passages we will cruise the superb Queensland coast to destinations such as Fraser Island, Tin Can Bay, Hervey Bay and the Whitsundays These challenging waters offer the widest possible variety of conditions and opportunities, necessary to gain as many varied experiences as possible during your training. Our training grounds are unique, certainly in Australia and possibly the world with tidal waters, challenging navigation and warm water all in magnificent sub-tropical climate. Take the training opportunities of the south coast of UK , mix it with the climate of the Caribbean (sans Hurricanes) and you have Queensland ! And don’t forget the exchange rate!

Training Yachts The Southern Cross Yachting training fleet are all quality offshore yachts fully equipped to the highest specification, are all in commercial survey and conform to the demanding MCA Code of practice requirements. The fleet has been assembled to offer students a wide variety of experiences, on yachts similar to those that commercial skippers will be operating. The fleet includes both racing and cruising “Charter style yachts” – all 35 feet or over and all comfortably fitted out. Students will experience tiller, dual and single wheel steering. The fleet includes –

• OCEANS is a SYDNEY 41 Cruiser/Racer built by Bashford Yachts in NSW. She is an identical sister ship to the 50th Sydney to Hobart winner ‘Raptor’ . Oceans has a masthead rig and wheel steering and has a comfortable cruising fit-out below. Oceans will be used for RYA training, offshore trips and next years Brisbane to Gladstone Race Training Package. If you thought ‘Blue Max’ sailed well wait til you experience the joy of sailing this yacht !
• CAPPRICIO JEANNEAU SUN ODDISSEY 40 3 cabin masthead rigged charter yacht. Twin wheels and luxury all the way.
• PACER Ideal for extending sailing skills.

Visas Information about a 6 month tourist visa can be found at the Australian Immigration Website . How to Book Click here for bookings and inquiries can be made by phone – +617 3396 4100 or email – [email protected]. Confirmation of a booking is required within 7 days by returning the booking form with a 25% deposit. The remainder of the course fee is required 28 days prior to the commencement of the course.

Programmes:  We run 4 programmes each year. Our programmes  are outlined below or can be viewed on our calendar.

January – March 2021 – RYA Coastal Skipper (practical course completion) Programme – Total Cost – $8035 – (shore-side accommodation not included). Students are required to undertake a First Aid course – www.stjohnqld.asn.au or www.ambulance.qld.gov.au

• 18-22/1/21                         RYA Competent Crew – 100 mile – $1800 • Date to be advised            Sea Survival Course – $625 • RYA Day Skipper theory – online – $675 • 15-19/2/21                         RYA Day Skipper practical – 100 mile – $1800 • 5/3/21                                 VHF/HF Radio course – $350 • 7/3/21                                 Boat handling and parking – $310 • RYA Coastal Skipper theory – online – $675 • 22-26/3/21                         RYA Coastal Skipper practical – 100 mile – $1800

April – June 2021– RYA Coastal Skipper (practical course completion) Programme – Total cost – $8310 – (shore-side accommodation not included). Students are required to undertake a First Aid course – www.stjohnqld.asn.au or www.ambulance.qld.gov.au

• 1-5/4/21                                RYA Competent Crew – 100 mile – $2075 (Easter) • RYA Day Skipper theory – online – $675 • 12-16/4/21                             RYA Day Skipper practical – 100 mile – $1800 • RYA Coastal Skipper theory – online – $675 • 23/5/21                                   Boat handling and parking – $310 • 28/5/21                                   VHF/HF Radio course – $350 • 7-11/6/21                                 RYA Coastal Skipper practical – 100 mile – $1800 • Date to be advised                 Sea Survival course – $625

July – August 2021 – RYA Coastal Skipper (practical course completion) Programme – Total cost – $8035 – (shore-side accommodation not included). Students are required to undertake a First Aid course – www.stjohnqld.asn.au or www.ambulance.qld.gov.au

• 12-16/7/21                               RYA competent crew – 100 mile – $1800 • RYA Day Skipper theory – online – $675 • 23/7/21                                     VHF/HF Radio course – $350 • 25/7/21                                      Boat Handling and parking – $310 • 26-30/7/21                                RYA Day Skipper practical – 100 mile – $1800 • RYA Coastal Skipper theory – online – $675 • Date to be advised                    Sea Survival Course – $625 • 2-6/8/21                                     RYA Coastal Skipper practical – 100 miles – $1800

September – November 2021 – RYA Coastal Skipper (practical course completion) Programme – Total cost – $8035 – (shore-side accommodation not included). Students are required to undertake a First Aid course – www.stjohnqld.asn.au or www.ambulance.qld.gov.au

• 6-10/9/21                                  RYA Competent Crew – 100 mile – $1800 • RYA Day Skipper theory – online – $675 • 20-24/9/21                               RYA Day Skipper practical – 100 mile – $1800 • RYA Coastal Skipper theory – online – $675 • Date to be advised                    Sea Survival course – $625 • 12/11/21                                      VHF/HF Radio course – $350 • 14/11/21                                      Boat handling and parking – $310 • 15-19/11/21                                RYA Coastal Skipper practical – 100 miles – $1800

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14 weeks of practical training, next course : spring 2024, starts mon 19th february 2024.

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Below is a brief outline of the course content. Please contact us for a full description of the course program.

We would be delighted to have a sit down meeting with you over coffee to discuss your suitability for this program and how it can be tailored to suit your prior sailing experience. If you are booking from abroad we would be delighted to arrange a skype conversation to discuss the program with you.

Introduction

This course is designed to take the complete sailing novice to become a professional sailor in the sailing industry in an intensive accelerated course over fifteen weeks. The course culminates in the Yachtmaster Offshore Exam by an independent RYA Yachtmaster Examiner. This is a 10 hour practical and oral examination on all aspects of sailing a yacht in difficult circumstances. Provided you are hard working we will have you fully prepared and confident of passing the exam over the 3 months. We have run 11 successful Professional Yachtmaster Programs since the schools opening in 2011 and have almost 100% success rate in that every student has passed the exam first time after our training program. This is largely to do with having a small number of students and being able to focus on each students own weaknesses leading up to the exam. We have successfully trained students in the past who have gone on to work all over the world in different sectors of the sailing industry, from charter base managers, to delivery skippers, to Yachtmaster Instructors to yacht brokers to Riggers. We have developed contacts within the sailing industry over the past 10 years which you can call upon to help you achieve your first job in your new career within the yachting industry. The course is geared towards a career in the yachting industry, but we have a variety of students from guys in their 30s and 40s looking for a career change, to school leavers looking for an alternate second career before attending university to newly retired people looking to change their approach to their own sailing, a to finally sail in a professional confident way.

The course is divided into 3 modules of four to five weeks in duration. Students can enter the course program at different stages depending on their previous sailing experience and the cost of the course will be pro-rated accordingly. Please consult us on this. Many fast track courses are run by different sailing schools in the Med. Some advertise courses that are only 10 weeks long and at very low prices. These are soft courses in the sunshine with little or no wind. Exams are almost always conducted under the same conditions. Our experience of these schools has been shabby yachts and poor quality tuition. At Irish Offshore Sailing we will train you to cope with challenging weather confidently using a modern offshore yacht with the most up to date navigational equipment. These yachts enter the Fastnet Race and Round Ireland Yacht Race every year, so they are extremely well equipped.

Our Commitment to You

At Irish Offshore Sailing we draw upon a team of expert instructors with over 10 years training students on the Professional Yachtmaster Scheme. We have put a course program together not just to get you to pass your Yachtmaster exam, but to make you into a competent confident professional skipper. We see time and time again within the industry, sailors barely meeting the grade and delivering yachts by the seats of their pants. Our aim is to train you to a standard where we would trust you to deliver our yachts in the dead of winter, and rest assured that the yacht will arrive in pristine condition. Students who train and sail in Ireland and the UK during the Winter and early Spring, experience strong winds, heavy swells and other difficult conditions. These difficult training grounds challenge and drive students to excel and ultimately produce a higher calibre of skipper. At Irish Offshore Sailing, we run a professional, well structured course designed to meet your needs. We operate from our course from our base at Dun Laoghaire Marina using our two Jeanneau Sunfast 37 foot yachts “Desert Star” and “Sherkin” and our classroom facilities at the Royal Irish Yacht Club. Dublin Bay provides and incredible training ground for our students with a large tidal range, shallow harbours, commercial shipping, and offshore winds which allow us to continue sailing even under heavy wind conditions. The protection of the outer harbour in Dun Laoghaire allows us to sail even in the most challenging of winds, when any other school would have to have a day in the classroom.

Below is a brief outline of the course structure for our 2024 Spring Course,  our Autumn course will be very similar:

Module 1: February 2024

Week 1: Competent Crew (5 days) (Mon 19th – Fri 23rd February 2024)

Week 2: Dayskipper Theory (5 days) (Sat 24th – Sun 25th Feb & Fri 1st – Sun 3rd March 2024)

Week 3: Skills and Drills (3 days) (Mon 26th Feb –  Wed 28th Feb 2024)

Week 4: Dayskipper 1 (Navigation and Pilotage) (5 days) (Mon 4th  – Fri 8th March 2024)

Week5: Dayskipper 2 Mon 11th   – Thurs 15th March 2024 ( 4 days)

VHF SRC (1 day) (Sun 10th March 2024)

First Aid (1 day)  (Sat 9th March 2024)

24 days training incl. First Aid and VHF SRC

4 days break:   1600 Thurs 14th March  – 0930 Tues 19th March 2024

1 days break: 1600 Wed 28th Feb  – Fri 1st March 0930  2024

Module 2: March 2024

Week 1:  Yachtmaster Theory (6 days) (Tues 19th  – Sun 24th March 2024)

Week 2: Milebuilder Passage 1 (6 days) Northern Ireland (Mon 25th March  – Sat 30th March 2024)

Week 3: Coastal Skipper 1 (4 days) (Mon 1st – Thurs 4th April 2024)

ISAF Offshore Safety Course (2 day) (Sat 13th – Sun 14th April 2024)

Week 4: Milebuilder Passage 2 (6 days) Irish Sea (Sat 6th – Fri 12th April 2024)

Week 5:  Coastal Skipper 2 (5 days) (Tues 15th – Fri 19 April 2024)

30 days training – including ISAF Offshore Safety Course

1 day Break: 1600 Sat 30th March- 0900 Mon 1st April 2024 (1 day)

1 day break: 1600 Thurs 4th April  – 0900 Sat 6th April 2024 (2 days)

7 days break:   1600 Sun 19th April  – 0900 Mon 27th April 2024  (7 days)

Module 3: May 2024

Week 1: Milebuilder Passage 3 (7 Days) ( Sat 27th April – Fri 3rd May 2024)    Ireland South Coast

Week 2: Yachtmaster Preparation 1 (4 days) (Mon 6th May –  Thurs 9th May 2024)

Week 3:   Yachtmaster Preparation 2 (4 days) (Mock exams, all elements revised)  (Sat 11th – Tues 14th May 2024 )

Yachtmaster Offshore Examination   (2 days) (1400 Tues 14th May  – 1300 Thurs 16th May 2024 Approx.)

17 days incl. Yachtmaster Offshore Exams

2 days break : 1600 Fri 3rd May  – 0900 Mon 6th May 2024

1 day break : 1600 Thurs 9th May – 0900 Sat 11th May 2024

This course is comprised of 71 Days of Tuition and Examination

The RYA Yachtmaster Offshore Exam is organised on the last two days of the course. 

Professional Yachtmaster Training Program Prices

The 14 Week Course           €10,950

One Module                         €5,350

Two Modules                        €8,500

Whats included:

• All food on board during practical courses on the yacht
• Waterproofs
• All accommodation during practical yacht courses
• All our ordinary practical courses run from Monday 09:00 to Friday 16:00. Our milebuilders begin at 0900 on the first day and finish approx 1600 on the last day,  all shorebased courses begin at 0930 each day and finish approx 1630.

Whats not included: Food and accommodation is not provided during the shorebased courses. Air BnB’s, and hostels are available with good weekly rates and all the home comforts. Shorebased courses comprises of 15 days of the overall course length.  Neither accommodation nor food is provided during the weekends between courses.

€85 SRC exam and license fee for the the SRC course

Yachtmaster offshore examination fee of £240

Examiners travel expenses ( Approx €120 per student depending on candidates)

are not included in the course fee.

Offshore Yacht Sailing Personal Insurance  (€80 – €120)

This insurance is compulsory to participate in our mile building trips.

State Grants   

Some students have in the past qualified for small state grants to attend our courses as the ISA Coastal Skipper Practical Course falls under the national qualification fetac scheme. Please contact us for further details about obtaining a grant while attending this course.

Additional Gear and Advice

We strongly advise students to purchase their own sailing boots and gear before the commences. Contact us for advice on this. We don’t believe in flashy prospectuses to hook you in. We want to meet you for a coffee, or have a lengthy phone conversation, answer your questions, explain the course in great detail, learn about your background and your motivation for doing the course and assess your suitability for the course before your place is accepted. We monitor your progress very carefully during the course, and a high degree of self motivation, self learning and a good patient nature is required.

Previous Experience

While previous experience is not required before booking, but we do strongly advise that you attend at the very least a start yachting weekend or competent crew course before making a decision to book onto this intensive full time sailing course. The optimum is that each candidate would have around 500 miles of sailing experience prior to coming onto the sailing course. This means that you would have an understanding of what its like to sail a yacht offshore and at night before coming on the course. It also takes the pressure off  your attendance on the course, if you are sick for one week, then you may miss achieving your target mileage of 2,500 miles which is required to sit the Yachtmaster Offshore Exam, if you start the course with zero miles under your belt. We can advise you on how best to get these few days of training before the course begins when we meet for a coffee to show you the school and discuss the course.

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