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RYA Competent Crew

Rya day skipper, fast track to rya day skipper, great family holidays with private tuition, private rya catamaran training, rya/mca yachtmaster offshore, milebuilding trips - sail around greece, rya powerboat l2, further information contact us, why choose us training is our exclusive focus.

ionianMode is a newly established RYA Training Centre based on the island of Lefkas in the Ionian sea. Our Training Centre consists of experienced sailing instructors, skippers, engineers, and yachting professionals. Having spent more than a decade in the area and working with a variety of yachts and sailors, our experience and our local knowledge, together with our passion for sailing can guarantee that your sailing adventure will be successful and unforgettable. Our fleet complies with international safety regulations,  is very well maintained by our engineers and is fully equipped. Our team also provides technical support to all of our guests during their charter and courses in the Ionian area. Learn more…

RYA Training

RYA Sailing Courses have the reputation of being the most proficient training courses in the yachting industry. Each course provides an incredible amount of valuable information and expertise to the examinee on their journey to become a sailing expert.

Our experienced RYA certified instructors can you help you acquire a RYA Certificate. The many years spent at sea, under the duress of the waves, make them proficient sailors who will inspire and create a sense of wonder during your trips in the Ionian Sea.

All of our yachts meet the RYA Standards to the letter and are inspected thorougly before each training session to guarantee the best RYA Training experience.

 RYA Practical & Online Theory  Courses

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Deep Blue Sea Training

Rya powerboat level 2, courses every week - only €599, rya yachtmaster offshore & ocean, dedicated training mentor for the duration of your studies, total transparency on fees and charges, hear what our students say, about deep blue sea training, rya courses for recreational boaters, rya courses for professional yacht crew, frequently asked questions, yachtmaster training in uk & mallorca.

You'll find a full range of RYA courses leading to the Yachtmaster qualification, with fun, friendly and highly experienced instructors, great boats , excellent equipment, and sensible UK prices in both the UK and Palma, Mallorca.

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Achieve your goals, follow your dreams.

With our proven training methods and a total commitment to our students, we help you achieve RYA qualifications and progress your yachting career as far as your ambition will take you.

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Our advice is free and our belief is simple - Deep Blue Sea Training is here to help you .

With excellence as standard on our wide range of RYA courses including Yachtmaster , Powerboat training , sailing courses and Jet Ski training from absolute beginner standard to Professional Ocean Master and Instructor certificates.

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At our Sea Schools in Southampton UK and Palma de Mallorca we run the full scope of RYA courses including the Yachtmaster Theory Workshop, the Yachtmaster / Coastal Skipper Course and the RYA Yachtmaster™ Offshore Certificate of Competence courses.

We have an outstanding reputation as being one of the leading RYA Training Centres in the Balearics. This has been built on recommendation and our very high success rate particularly on Yachtmaster courses.

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Deep Blue Sea Training is located at Shamrock Quay, Southampton and in the heart of the Mediterranean yachting industry in Santa Catalina, Palma.

Choosing the right Sea School

Choosing whom to train with is about the people, the price and the chemistry. That’s why we've pulled together an excellent team with enough experience to teach you and enough spirit to make it fun and rewarding. We have our own boats, so we can deliver quality every time at a price most can afford. After all it's not just about the ticket, it's also about the experience you have while achieving it.

Yachtmaster Training without Compromise

The team at Deep Blue Sea Training has years of experience and are held in the highest regard by our large and growing base of very happy students. Our feedback is exceptional, and is a result of our drive and commitment to deliver the very best RYA training using the latest equipment, methods and approaches. We believe in fun, relaxed, safe and challenging learning for all students, regardless of experience or ability. Listen to what our customers say about Deep Blue Sea Training .

Deep Blue Sea Training is an established RYA Training Centre and Sea School based in Southampton UK, and Palma, Mallorca. We are fully accredited to train from beginner to RYA Yachtmaster Ocean for sail, motor yachts, and on powerboats and personal watercraft. We also have radar simulators and a suite of the latest VHF training radios from ICOM and Standard Horizon that we use for realistic and effective training. From VHF courses to Day Skipper training to own boat training , we are here to help!

Deep Blue Sea Training is a team of exceptionally qualified, fun and friendly Yachtmaster instructors with many years of experience and over 5000 students taught or examined with an exceptional pass rate. Check out what our students say about us on our audio testimonials .

Our mission at Deep Blue Sea Training is to train you to be the best that you can possibly be. We have a reputation as being one of the leading RYA Training Centres in the Med - a reputation built on recommendation and success.

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RYA courses for recreational sailors

For many people learning to sail and spending time out on the water is the ultimate leisure pursuit. Whether you are a complete beginner hoping to find your sea legs for the first time, or a seasoned sailor keen to build new skills and experience, at Deep Blue Sea Training we can help you achieve your goals through thorough, fun and challenging training in the Solent UK and the stunning surroundings of the beautiful Balearics .

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RYA courses for professional seafarers

If you currently work, or are hoping to work in the yachting industry you need appropriate training and qualifications. For sail, motor, power and personal watercraft, the Royal Yachting Association of Great Britain (RYA) has a wide range of highly respected qualifications that are internationally recognised and many of which can be commercially endorsed for those working in the maritime sector. Whether you need a licence to drive a tender...

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Your prices look too good to be true. What's the catch? - There is no catch. None at all. We don't cut corners. In fact the opposite is true, we add a number of extras with our courses that you simply don't get anywhere else. We can offer the best prices in the Med because we have invested in all of the things we need to run our school efficiently, and the savings we make we pass over to you. Unlike many schools, we actually run our own boats and our business is owned and managed by a passionate team who care about your training. 

About Deep Blue Sea Training

Tony is the Principal of the schools and has been yachting since he was a boy. He is a commercially endorsed RYA Yachtmaster Ocean, and RYA certified as a Yachtmaster Instructor (Sail), Yachtmaster Instructor (Motor), Advanced Powerboat Instructor, PWC Instructor, Sea Survival Instructor, First Aid Instructor, Radar Instructor, Diesel Engine Instructor and VHF Assessor. He also flies helicopters and is well known for his calm approach and good humour. Deep Blue Sea Training is an established and fully accredited RYA Training Centre in Southampton UK and Palma Mallorca, Spain providing RYA courses for leisure and recreational sailors as well as professional seafarers.

Our 2024 Training Fleet

Our 2024 training fleet comprises of our magnificent yacht, a Bavaria Cruiser 46 named “Claudi of London’  which is an excellent, spacious and comfortable sailing yacht. Our motor yacht, 'Deep Blue', is a Fairline Phantom 46 boasting powerful twin Volvo Penta turbocharged diesel engines driving shafts/props - quiet, clean and economical by yachting standards, air-conditioned and with a great layout and equipment at both lower and flybridge helms including radar. For powerboat and jetski training we use 7m and 9m ribs and Seadoo and Yamaha jetkis.       

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Welcome to the Deep Blue Sea Training Latest News section. Here you will find our latest updates including success stories, new course information, testimonials from happy students, special offers and much more. We are the only school in the Western Med to be equipped with a fleet of sailing yachts, our superb Fairline Phantom 46 flybridge motor yacht ‘Deep Blue', plus 2 excellent ribs and a range of jetskis. All available for charter and of course, for the best RYA training experience possible from Start Yachting through to Yachtmaster Ocean.

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Sailing Courses in Greece

If your dream is to sail in the Greek islands, then you are at the right place. Welcome by Aegean Sailing School, where we will take you on a crystal blue sea, to visit all the hidden gems of Greece and teach you all the secrets of life onboard. Continue browsing with us to make your dreams a reality.

Learning to Sail in Greece

We offer you a variety of unique courses and experiences to learn how to sail. Our goal is to tailor our courses to your needs as everyone has different wishes. Yet, we all have the same final target: making sure your receive the best training you could ask for and in great conditions. Sun, sand, swim, you name it and we will make our best for it to happen. What will suit you best? Let's find out together.

RYA Competent Crew

RYA Competent Crew is your first step in learning to sail a yacht. It’s a 5-day course with a relaxed schedule, suitable for complete beginners or those with a little experience. With tuition from our highly...

RYA Day Skipper Practical

RYA Day Skipper Practical is a course for those who are ready for more responsibility. It gives you the skills to skipper your own boat safely and confidently on tidal and non – tidal waters. With...

RYA 12-Day Competent Crew + Day Skipper + Navigation Package

A two-week holiday and learning how to sail at the same time? If this sounds great to you, you are in the right place. With our very popular option of a 12-day course, you will return...

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You and your family learn how to sail but you value your privacy? We specialise in family courses for the serious sailing amateurs who also want to enjoy a holiday together at the same time. You...

About Aegean Sailing School

The Aegean Sailing School is located on the island of Aegina, just one hour by ferry from Athens! We are a RYA approved sailing centre offering a large range of sailing course for all levels of sailor including the popular RYA Competent Crew course for beginners and the RYA Day Skipper course for those looking to captain their own boat and explore the islands of the Saronic Gulf after their training! We are happy to answer all questions in regards the best sailing course for you or your group, simply contact us to start!

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Considerate team.

I actually haven’t yet had the chance to attend the course, however I am basing my review on the honesty and consideration of the management.My travel plans were disrupted 2 days before the start of the course, and despite the notice being very short and possibly deranging they’re whole schedule, they understood my situation and extended me the opportunity to reschedule for a later date.Special thanks to Andrew and Querijn

It was great!

Our instructor, Cate, was phenomenal! She adjusted her teaching style to the different levels of ability and learning styles with ease for the members of our group. She was very cool under pressure when situations came up and our group felt very safe under her. She really went above and beyond to ensure that everyone was comfortable and was getting exactly what they wanted out of the trip. We had such a blast with her! I would highly recommend.

Excellent course!

Did our Competent Crew with Aegean Sailing School in September 21. When we got there they were in the middle of ownership transition and logistics were quite confused, also the boat itself had seen better days. Hence the 4 stars. Hopefully these will be solved with the new ownership. But.... The course itself was amazing. The instructor was calm, knowledgeable and got us to learn and try new things. Really professional and fun. The rest of the staff were also extremely friendly and did their best to solve all the problems above. Aegina itself is a wonderful town and so were all the ports of call along the way. We are coming back in April for our Dayskipper, so that says it all.

Higly recommended - fantastic experience

Aegian sailing school has very professional instructors with a lot of experience under belt. I learned a lot during the 5 days of the course and the boat was pretty well maintained.I also met a lot of interesting and passionate people. You will also have time to enjoy, have a few swims and socialise with great people. Overall it was a GREAT experience, couldn't recommend it more.

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Over the past few decades of sailing, we have gathered quite some information about anything (even remotely) related to life onboard! Feel free to have a read at our blog articles!

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Common questions about sailing in greece.

For beginner sailors the choice of suitable course, sailing area and sailing school can feel overwhelming and it is difficult to get clear answers to the basic questions. Below are some of the common themes we get asked about by our students before they come to Greece and which our team is happy to answer to ensure you have the best experience possible while learning to sail.

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On Sunday at 17.00h you will meet with your instructor at our office. After a short welcome introduction, you go straight to the yacht and your course has begun!

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Email us! We do not have an online booking schedule, we are very fast to reply usually within an hour, sometimes weekends this could be a little longer as we are a busy school with many boats on a turnaround for the next courses. Book ahead for the best chance of suitable availability. Last minute booking is possible as our yachts have a mixed number of cabins, so do not hesitate to email or call us.

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After the Competent Crew week the next step is the Day Skipper course. If you do not have a Competent Crew course certificate but do have some experience then you are able to book the Day Skipper course if your experience is the same as the competent crew syllabus. More than 5 days of active sailing experience on board a sailing yacht is an essential prerequisite and we know this practical and theoretical experience is needed for the Day Skipper course and ensures an enjoyable learning experience. You will need to do the RYA online Essential Navigation and Seamanship course and our weekend theory class here on Aegina. Or you can complete the online Day Skipper Theory course and bring the certificate with you. Email us for availability of the theory course you choose.

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Yes. Our sailing area has full network coverage and signal.

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Yes you can! The RYA licenses are known and accepted all around the world.

Is Learning to Sail in Greece Right for You?

Read what some of our sailing students have to say, explore our course catalogue, and contact us for more information about each course and our availabilities to come and sail in Greece!

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Costa Blanca Sailing – RYA Yachting courses and Sailing in Spain Alicante

RYA Sail, Powerboat And Motor Cruising Courses In Spain.

We are the only RYA approved training centre for sail, powerboat and motor cruising on the Costa Blanca.

Official RYA Training Courses

Costa Blanca Sailing is an RYA (Royal Yachting Association) Training Centre, meaning you will receive the highest standards of training.

Costa Blanca Sailing is a RYA (Royal Yachting Association) Training Centre, meaning you will receive the highest standards of training. Our instructors are fully qualified MCA/RYA commercial Masters and all our vessels are MCA/RYA compliant. Safety is always our priority. All RYA training courses are provided in English, but we have a multi-lingual maritime dictionary on board to help if necessary!

Costa Blanca Sailing School

As the longest established sailing school in the Spanish Mediterranean Coast, we are delighted to offer a few speciality courses of our own, as well as anything you might have thought of yourself.

We can’t promise that we will have you sailing like the round the world top skipper after a competent crew course but we will try to tailor a course, mini cruise or charter to your specific requirements. 

Costa Blanca Charter

Our 13m Elan Impression is available for skippered charter as are our motor cruiser and powerboat. We know the best places to go here on the Costa Blanca and on the Balearic Islands.

For those needing experience in tidal waters or looking to gain mileage in preparation for Yachtmaster exams, we can arrange extended cruises into the Atlantic visiting the Portuguese Algarve, the Canary Islands and/or Madeira. We can also organise training courses in the UK either in the Solent or the west coast of Scotland.

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Welcome to blue oyster sailing. we teach all rya courses in english..

Our RYA Instructors have been working in the industry for many years all are Professional Skippers – RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Instructors and RYA Cruising Instructors who deliver RYA Power Boat and RYA Sail Training to suit every level.

Our 14 and 15 week Professional Fast Track Courses cover everything needed for a career at sea. Blue Oyster Sailing for Professional and Leisure Seafarers, Sailing Holidays, Charter Yachts and RYA Courses. Read on and discover how much more we offer.

RYA Sailing Courses from Barcelona Palamos, plus RYA Fast Track Yachtmaster and RYA Qualifying Passages and Mile Building from Gibraltar, Barcelona Port Olimpic and Barcelona L’Escala, Spain. Experience the sun all year!

We deliver intensive Fast Track Sailing Courses for students from around the world. Our RYA Recognised Training Centre is based in Barcelona Palamos (for RYA Sail Cruising and RYA Power Boat) and Queensway Quay Gibraltar, Barcelona L’Escala and Barcelona Port Olimpic Spain (for Mile Building, Fast Track Training, Adventure Sailing, and RYA Qualifying Passages). Vibrant yachting destinations with a mix of Atlantic and Mediterranean Sail Training. We offer careers advice, CV preparation and references for all of our Intensive Training and Fast Track Students. Internal transfers are included within our Fast Track Courses to join a yacht for Mile Building in Gibraltar or Barcelona if required. You can study in ‘The Worlds Best Sailing Locations’ at no extra cost and Experience The Difference with BOS!

Choose Fast Comfortable 48 foot Yachts from either of our bases Gibraltar or Barcelona. Generous personal space on a 48 foot yacht!

Our Barcelona Palamos base offers low cost transfers from Barcelona Girona and Barcelona International Airports directly to our yachts. 

• RYA Courses are great fun! Meet new friends and learn new skills.
• Comfortable performance 48 foot yachts make all the difference!
• Need a berth on a Saturday night for a Barcelona, Gibraltar Rock or City Tour? Just ask we are here to help!
• Corporate Training Mile Building Adventure Sailing by Blue Oyster RYA/MCA Instructors
• RYA Sail Cruising, RYA Power Boat unlimited fun on the water - We deliver it - Safely from Barcelona Palamos!

Experience the Difference. Treat yourself to a larger yacht. More room on board and acres of space in the cockpit. Atlantic sailing from Morocco, Portugal, Spain and Gibraltar with Mediterranean Sailing from historic Barcelona Palamos our RYA Base, Port Olimpic and L’Escala in the stunning Bay Of Rosas. See our Locations page for the RYA Courses available at our RYA Recognised Training Centre in Palamos.

Blue Oyster Sailing Mile Building and Fast Track Training from Gibraltar. We visit ports in Morocco, Portugal and Spain our Fast Track and Milebuilding from Gibraltar are fully inclusive all meals on board.

Sailing from warm and Tidal Gibraltar aboard our Beneteau 473 you can complete all of the Mile Building for our Fast Track Training program. We sail from Gibraltar to Ceuta, Cadiz, Ayamonte and Lagos Portugal to achieve 1250 Tidal miles minimum in practice you will cover many more. Fully inclusive training with no additional fees to pay. You can combine your required RYA Qualifying Miles with some exciting Atlantic Sailing. Explore Morocco and mainland Spanish Ports and some stunning sailing in The Straits Of Gibraltar. The dolphins will take your breath away.

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Rya competent crew and rya day skipper training courses plus fast track courses from barcelona palamos mca stcw 10 bst uk and antibes..

RYA Competent Crew Courses start every Monday throughout the year. Learn to sail on large modern yachts with our fully inclusive sailing package. Full board Monday to Friday, Palamos-Marina-Training-Spainwith cabins and berths available from the Sunday night, and on the Friday following your course. We offer a selection of yachts for your comfort and enjoyment, large 48 footers for distance sailing and added comfort. You can choose to sail with us from Barcelona Palamos on any of our charter yachts Beneteau 40 and 43 read all about them at our charter page. New Fountaine Pajot Lucia 40 for 2019 and a new 2021 Jeanneau 440!

RYA Courses (Sail) are half board from Barcelona Palamos and include own berth & fresh bedding! Breakfast and Lunch aboard.

On board provisions include:- Breakfasts. Cereals, eggs, croissants, fruit, tea, coffee. Lunches. Fresh salads, sandwiches, cold meats, cheeses, snacks. Yachts have a weekly provision of vegetables and pulses, tinned tuna, and basic cooking ingredients. Our 48 foot yachts have fridges and freezers. We do our best to cater for alternative dietary requirements, students are free to purchase additional personal produce. BOS RYA Fast Track 14 week and Fast Track Yachtmaster 15 week Courses are Full Board.

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I would like to thank you again  for taking great care of us this week. You made the Day Skipper course a very pleasant and fun experience at the same time thorough teaching. I have learned a lot and I am very eager to practise now.

As discussed, if you can recommend me an on-line Sailing theory course, I will appreciate.

I hope to see you again on a boat or elsewhere,

Many thanks again take care!

RYA Day Skipper Practical Course Student March 14th 2015 photo supplied by Cedrik. Yacht moored in Llafranc Costa Brava Spain

Hi Susie, it's Charlie Hale, just checking in to see if you are all  ok  and to let you know  I just got my first job  as a stew, I'm starting beginning of May!  Thank you  for all of your advice and I'm still going for deckhand but I need to get a season of doing anything first!

Hope everything is going well and that Harry is well to!

Blue Oyster Sailing School is the best intense week I've had . I paid for the prep week and offshore yacht master exam after I failed it twice already. The first day I had help getting to know my crew and the boat which was step by step instruction on how to do the stuff I got wrong on the previous 2 exams. Through the week my Instructor started getting me to understand what it takes to be a skipper and how to control and implement my crew in the best way possible. This helped me so much as this is one of the main things I needed help with. My exam was then organised and I was ready to take it.

I had food prepared for me everyday  by Susie and it was perfect as she did good quantities which meant I wasn't worried about food ever. The crew for my exam was awesome as well they were doing their different courses, like Fast Track YM and Day Skipper. This also helped as it gave me the responsibility as skipper to get my crew working the way I wanted which in turn came across on the exam. So all in all I had a fantastic week with some great people and I became a RYA Yachtmaster offshore YM also commercially endorsed (as they signed me in to get the  PPR course  done on the day after my YM exam as well).  Can't recommend this company enough.

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We are open and Training all year with RYA Weekly Practical Courses boarding every Sunday disembark Fridays. RYA Combined Practical and Theory Courses are delivered over weekends. For full Course details and additional information please just ask.

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The 15 Most Remarkable Sailing Schools in the World

Have you always dreamt of learning to sail? There are so many remarkable sailing schools to be found across the world, from adventures in Europe to faraway voyages in French Polynesia and more.

With so many options for sailing schools across the world, you are sure to find one that’s perfect for you. This list contains the top choices for sailing schools aimed at beginners, with most offering sailing qualifications from the Royal Yachting Association (RYA), the UK’s national sailing organisation. Many of these schools also have advanced courses for more experienced sailors and charter boats.

Read on for 15 of the most unique and exciting sailing schools in the world.

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Agana sailing school - dalmatian islands, croatia, nautilus sailing school - tahiti, french polynesia, offshore sailing - pontine islands, italy, luna moon sailing acadamy - tuléar, madagascar, mid-norway sailing school - trondheim, norway, andaman yachting - phuket, thailand, great lakes sailing co. - the great lakes, usa, aoki sailing school, osaka, japan, ocsc sailing - port victoria, seychelles, medsail - marmaris, turkey, rya - devon, uk, miramar sailing - antigua, caribbean, langkawi sailing school - langkawi malaysia, sail nelson - tasman bay, new zealand, discovery sailing - nova scotia, canada.

Croatia is a paradise for sailing enthusiasts thanks to its picturesque coastline, historical ports and beautiful weather. There is a range of sailing schools to choose from along the Dalmatian Coast but Agana Sailing School is a great option.

Set in the quiet Marina Agana, this sailing school offers a range of different courses. For beginners, the one-week Beginner Crew Course takes involves a flotilla adventure along the Dalmatian Coast. With over 1000 islands in this stretch of water, it is sure to be a fantastic journey. At the end of the program, you will also be awarded an RYA qualification. The price includes breakfast, lunch and drinks on board and there are a range of restaurant options for the evening.

Cost : Prices start at £574 for a Beginner RYA Competent Crew Course in April and November. The cost increases further in mid-season. Here's their website

Travel to French Polynesia for an enchanting and luxury sailing course. Nautilus sailing school provides sailing students with a live-aboard experience on a catamaran or a monohull. Experience the incredible islands of French Polynesia in the best way possible and watch out volcanic peaks and mesmerising marine wildlife.

Over the one-week course you will sail to Raiatea, Tahaa and Bora Bora. You will also be learning on board, gaining experience and a solid base of sailing knowledge. The end result is an ASA certification and ASA membership. The cost of this course also includes 3 meals per day on board. If you're looking for an unforgettable experience whilst learning to sail, this is the school for you.

Cost : Prices start at $5475 for the Monohull course and $6275 for the Catamaran with certifications for Basic Keelboat, Basic Coastal Cruising and Bareboat. Here's their website

For an Italian sailing experience, head to the Pontine Islands in southern Italy. The base for this sailing school is the island of Procida, the smallest island in the Bay of Naples. It is a secret spot, less well known than most Italian coastal destinations and outside of the August rush, you can find secluded streets and a slice of local Napoli life. It is as worth exploring on foot as by boat.

The sailing school, Offshore Sailing, is nestled among the islands and offers beginners the opportunity to learn the basics whilst travelling among sun-drenched scenery for 6 days. You will sail around the Archipelago of the Pontine Islands, Ischia and Capri, giving you a true taste of Italy from the sea.

Cost : Prices start at €750 for the Beginner RYA Competent Crew Course. The course lasts 6 days, boarding on Saturday morning and disembarking on Friday Afternoon. The season runs from April to October. Here's their website

Once a key trading post in the Indian Ocean, Madagascar has sailing written into its history. This island served as a stopping point for ships travelling along the Silk Road to East Africa. As a result, learning to sail in this ancient stretch of water is a historic experience. The water is perfect for snorkelling and diving - look out for ancient shipwrecks!

The Luna Moon Sailing Academy offers training for beginners along the coast of Madagascar. The sailing school takes its name from the 118ft gaff rig schooner that students learn to sail on - Luna Moon. The course also offers an added cultural experience where guests can learn to sail on traditional Malagasy Dhows and pirogues, making this a truly unique sailing experience.

Cost : Prices start at $1200 for 14 days, the certification is an International Competent Crew training program that provides all the basic sailing principles needed. Here's their website

Travel North for a very different sailing experience with Mid-Norway Sailing School. Based in Trondheim, the historic capital of Norway and their third-largest city, this is a Scandinavian sailing retreat. The course is just five days long and you can fly directly into Trondheim international airport, making it a good option for time-pressed travellers.

Trondheim itself is picture perfect with coloured houses sitting on the shore and wide pedestrianised streets. Beyond the city, wilder Norway can be found with plenty of natural wonders to explore. The sailing school offers beginner courses and skipper courses with a maximum of 5 students on board.

Cost : Prices start at NOK 8000 (approx. €800) for the Beginner RYA Competent Crew Course and the season runs from May to October. Here's their website

Thailand is a favourite destination for adventure travellers and sailors alike. This stretch of coastline is the ideal backdrop for cruising and learning to sail. From Phuket, there are plenty of tiny islands to discover and you can even sail to Malaysia. Andaman Yachting offer RYA practical courses for beginners including the RYA Competent Crew Course, providing you with everything you need to know to become a confident and capable sailor as part of a crew.

Cost : Prices start at THB 35,000 (approx. $1160) for 5 days. Here's their website

One of the top freshwater destinations in the world, the Great Lakes provide sailing enthusiasts with a varied and extensive range of conditions and a huge number of destinations to explore. If you’re looking to learn to sail on the Great Lakes, the award-winning Great Lakes Sailing Co. is the place to do it. With more than 30 years experience teaching sailing, this option is guaranteed to be a safe pair of hands.

The sailing school is located in Traverse City, Michigan. Their two-day Basic Sailing course is an introduction to sailing for complete beginners. If you successfully complete the test on the 2nd day, you will be given an American Sailing Association (ASA) certification. From there, more course options can be taken to improve your experience and expertise, including a four-day live-aboard sailing trip to gain your Basic Cruising certification.

Cost : Prices start at $495 for the ASA Basic Sailing course and $795 for the Basic Cruising course. The season runs from May to October. Here's their website

Alternatively, why not learn to sail in Japan? You can gain an international ASA certification from Aoki Sailing School in Osaka Bay, whilst having the chance to explore all that Osaka and Japan have to offer. Osaka is located on the island of Honshu and is the second largest city after Tokyo. If you visit at the start of the sailing season, you may even have a chance to see the world-famous cherry blossom.

The Aoki Sailing School’s two-day basic sailing course offers the students the ASA 101 certification. It can be taken in Tokyo, Osaka or Ginowan, a city in Senaga Island. If you plan to stay longer in Japan, you can also apply for a Japanese Boating License. The course for this takes between 3-5 days.

Cost : For a Basic Sailing Course, the prices start at Yen 49,100 (approx. $450). Here's their website

If you prefer somewhere a little more tropical, look no further than the Seychelles. This is a breathtaking place to learn to sail packed full of isolated islands and secluded bays. With a boat, you can hop from island to island, seeking out secret beaches and white sand.

US sailing company OCSC Sailing offer flotilla sailing experiences in the Seychelles, starting from Mahé in Port Victoria. You will be partnered with an OCSC flotilla leader who will act as your sailing instructor, giving you one-to-one tuition whilst you explore the dreamy landscape of the Seychelles. If you’re already a qualified skipper, this flotilla option gives you that added security with experts around should you need them.

Cost : A shared cabin on an OCSC flotilla leader yacht is $450 but note that you will also have to pay a share of the charter. Here's their website

The coast of Mugla is peppered with quiet bays and hidden coves, making it a romantic destination for any sailor. Head to the Mediterranean for a sailing course on the Turkish Riviera. The town of Marmaris sits nestled between mountains and the sea. It is a major centre for sailing, making it a lively location for learning to sail.

This particular sailing school offers recreational and professional training courses for sailors with a range of experience. The beginner course is a one-week live aboard program and the instructors speak English, Turkish and Russian.

Cost : Prices start at €950 for one week. This is the cost for the Competent Crew course and the more advanced Flotilla Skipper course. Here's their website

For something more timeless, Classic Sailing offers beginners the chance to learn to sail on a traditional two masted yawl. This Devon-based sailing school specialises in training for tall ships and wooden boats, offering a charming alternative to learning on an ordinary boat. This is a wonderful way to sail on Britain’s south coast, whilst also equipping you with the skills you need to sail a modern yacht.

The course takes place over six days, giving you the opportunity to have plenty of hands on experience with a traditional boat. During that time, you will explore the Devon and Cornwall coast, seeking out sheltered bays, sailing at night and mooring in rivers.

Cost : Prices start around £695 for both the RYA Competent Crew course and the RYA Day Skipper qualification. All meals are included in the price. Here's their website

Known as Waladii and Wadadli by the native population, Antigua is a popular sailing destination thanks to its year-round warm climate and reliable trade winds. The island is surrounded by protective coral reef, providing fantastic snorkelling opportunities. It is also home to the Caribbean Sailing Regatta known as Antigua Sailing Week, which takes place every year between April and May.

Miramar sailing school has a wide range of sailing courses in Antigua, starting with the RYA Competent Crew course. This takes place over 5 days with the possibility of circumnavigating Antigua or sailing between the islands of Antigua and Barbuda. There are also plenty of breaks for swimming and snorkelling, giving you a good balance between learning and relaxation.

Cost : Prices start at $935 for the Competent Crew course, which runs year round from Sunday to Thursday. Here's their website

Located on the west coast of Malaysia, Langkawi offers intrepid visitors beaches, rainforest and remote islands. The seas are warm and inviting and the scenery is stunning. The Langkawi Sailing School is RYA-certified offering qualifications which usually run over six days. The course starts at Telaga harbour and takes you on a journey between the countless islands of the Langkawi archipelago.

Cost : The RYA Practical Sailing course is priced at 4295 MYR (approx. $1040) and are available during the dry season, from October to April. Here's their website

New Zealand’s long sailing history and vibrant sailing culture make it a good choice for any keen beginner. There is a range of brilliant sailing destinations on offer but one of the best is Nelson in the South Island. This region combines art and nature and for sailors, it offers good winds and sunnier skies than elsewhere in New Zealand. The Abel Tasman National Park and remote D’Urville island are particular highlights.

If you’re keen to learn how to sail in New Zealand, The Sail Nelson Sailing School is one of the top choices. An award-winning RYA sailing school, Sail Nelson offers RYA courses in a dynamic and diverse setting, giving you plenty of challenging conditions to make you a confident sailor in no time. The live-aboard course lasts for 5 days and is fully hands on.

Cost : Prices start at NZD $1995 (approx. £985) for the RYA Competent Crew course with all meals included. Here's their website

A paradise for nature lovers, Nova Scotia is a breathtaking destination both on the water and on land. For first time sailors, the landscape offers an abundance of wildlife and varied conditions to challenge and excite. Discovery Sailing is an RYA sailing school offering a two-day RYA Start Yachting Practical Course for beginners or a five-day RYA Competent Crew Practical Course, cruising and exploring in the best way possible.

Cost : Prices start at $550 for 2 days and $1595 for 5 days. Here's their website

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The largest range of RYA courses in Greece

RYA Sailing School Greece

We were the first school to offer the RYA Sail Cruising Scheme in Greece. The school was started in 2001 by its principal, Steve Hills, a RYA Yachtmaster Ocean Instructor and Examiner (for sail and power) with over 35 years experience. The idyllic mixture of countless islands, bays, sun and gentle winds convinced Steve that sailing in the Ionian Sea was the best in Greece and Corfu was the ideal place to base a sailing school. We are sure that you will feel the same after a course with us.

The school remains unique in Greece as the only organization to concentrate solely on teaching the RYA syllabus. If you are looking for the highest quality tuition we believe we can provide it.

Corfu Sea School is a family run business. Steve's son Roman is a RYA Yachtmaster Instructor for sail and an Advanced Powerboat Instructor. Chloe, Roman's partner, is a RYA Cruising Instructor for sail and Tanya, Steve's wife, plays an important role in the smooth running of the school's administration.

Why Choose Corfu Sea School?

No.1. As the first sailing school Greece to be approved by the RYA for the Sail Cruising Scheme we are by far the most experienced. We have run literally hundreds of courses and honed the way we do things to ensure the ultimate fun, relaxed and safe boating experience. Over the last five years we have lost only one complete days sailing (and, with 65 knots of wind we thought that was wise!).

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The school prides itself on being at the forefront of activity training. We were the first to be approved by the RYA for the Sail Cruising Scheme in Greece and the first to offer our own fully certificated theory courses online. Using our system, our clients can study the theorectical elements of boating via the internet prior to visiting us for their practical courses. We also make full use of multimedia on the water. For more information about our online courses  click here .

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Innovative We are the first school to create, and have approved by the RYA, our own online navigation courses. So now you can study before you come to
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Easy Travel We are only 15 minutes from Corfu International Airport. Beware, other schools may require you to travel for many hours after you have arrived in the country. EasyJet fly here everyday from the UK (from April to November) and all the major european airlines have Corfu as a destination.

Training - first and last We are not a spin-off from a flotilla or charter company and therefore have only one aim: To ensure you get the very
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We know Greece We live here all year round, we speak the language and our school is fully integrated into the local community. When you join us you are acknowledged, respected and helped by the local population. So far, we have taught students from 16 different countries! Even though our tuition language is English, we also speak passable Greek, Russian, Spanish and French.

Marina base Our sailing school Greece is within an International marina with ultra-modern facilities including showers, a swimming pool, laundry, internet access and even a croquet lawn! For sure, you will enjoy the simplicity and beauty of the many deserted anchorages we visit. However, it is still rather nice to enjoy a bit of comfort when you get back to the marina at the end of your course!

The Area The Ionian is one of the best cruising areas in the world - Unspoilt, relaxed and breathtakingly beautiful. It offers a huge choice of vibrant, colourful harbours, small fishing hamlets and peaceful bays .

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Thessalia Sailing is an RYA-recognised sailing school in Greece, run by husband and wife team, Carl and Liz. We have been providing sailing courses in the gulf of Volos since 2017.

We run courses with a maximum of five students to one instructor and our school yacht, El Nino, a Dufour 45 Classic, has 4 large cabins.​ You will never be asked to share a cabin with a complete stranger.

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If you already have basic knowledge of sailing and wish to move up to the next level. the Day Skipper course will provide you with the experience required to skipper a yacht

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More than 270,000 people of all ages and abilities undertake some form of RYA training each year.

RYA courses are recognised worldwide for delivering the skills and knowledge to stay safe and enjoy your time on the water.

Whatever your motivation, RYA courses and qualifications offer an opportunity to build confidence, have fun and are often the starting point of a lifelong love of sailing.

Working your way up the ladder from Competent Crew to Day Skipper and then to Coastal Skipper , you will then be ready to gain the most globally accepted, professional sailing license; Yachtmaster Offshore and have access to work around the world. Or if you have no intention of working in the industry, RYA sailing courses give you the best start to stay safe and enjoy your sailing. ​

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Fantastic week finally doing a course that I had wanted to do for the last twenty five years but somehow never got around to. Superb location, fantastic yacht, in conjunction with an articulate, skilful, positive, calm and knowledgeable Skipper namely Carl Derham. My wife and I are both in our early 50’s and enjoyed RYA Competent Crew under the tutelage of Carl immensely, we are already considering when we can return to progress to RYA Day Skipper Stefan Jenkins (Scotland)

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Directory of International American Sailing Association sailing schools, located outside the USA, where you can take beginning to advanced sailing lessons.

Cruise Abaco Sailing School Abaco, Bahamas

(321) 830-9412 cruiseabaco.com.

Discover the Cruise Abaco difference! We are a hands on, owner operated business with 20 plus years of experience and local knowledge in Abaco Bahamas. Abaco’s protected sea and it’s many outlying Cays, create perfect conditions for adventurous and leisurely sailing, truly offering a perfect playground for sailors to get their feet wet while learning.

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Nautilus Sailing Nassau, Bahamas

(800) 680-7902 nautilussailing.com.

Dreaming of learning how to sail and embarking on your own sailing adventures? Nautilus Sailing offers premium live aboard sailing courses in the Exumas island chain in the Bahamas. We love this area for its shallow water sailing, white sand beaches, and turquoise waters.

Belize Sailing Vacations Belize City, Belize

(866) 873-1171 belizesailingvacations.com.

Our experienced instructors deliver ASA sailing school material in a Safe, Fun, and Learning environment. We work with you to define a curriculum to meet your sail training needs. Belize Sailing Vacations offers sailing instruction in an informal, but thorough, delivery style where the Belize catamaran is our classroom and the beautiful Belize sailing our material for learning.

Bayfield Sailing Academy Bayfield, Canada

(519) 524-0504 bayfieldsailingacademy.com.

Welcome to Bayfield Sailing Academy, where the love for sailing meets exceptional instruction and unique experiences. Our home port is nestled in Harbour Lights Marina in Bayfield, Ontario. As you set sail with us, get ready to embrace the charm of our small sailing school and the unparalleled beauty of the surrounding waters.

Island Cruising Sidney, Canada

(250) 656-7070 www.islandcruising.ca.

Fun, Learning and Safety!  We teach from sailing fundamentals to Offshore . We are experienced sailors and our Outstanding ASA Instructors  know how to tune in to each sailor’s individual learning style.

Nautical Spirit Sailing School Thornbury, Canada

+1 (416) 529-8301 nauticalspirit.ca.

Welcome to Nautical Spirit Sailing School located in the scenic town of Thornbury, Ontario on the pristine shores of Georgian Bay. We are situated at the foot of The Blue Mountains, with one of the best freshwater sailing grounds in the world. Nautical Spirit is a small school with a big heart, where we foster and share our passion for sailing. 

North Shore Reaching Carrying Place, Canada

(905) 259-7572 www.northshorereaching.ca.

North Shore Reaching Sailing School is the premier American Sailing Association certified school in Canada, established in 2017 with courses tailored to meet each individual’s needs with flexible day, evening and weekend scheduling, on our boat or yours. We are ideally situated on Eastern Lake Ontario with access to a variety of cruising grounds including The Bay of Quinte and The Thousand Islands.

Barefoot Offshore Sailing School (BOSS) Kingstown, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

(784) 456-9526 barefootoffshore.com.

Barefoot Offshore Sailing School (B.O.S.S.) is the longest-established (more than 20 years) and most active American Sailing Association (ASA) sailing school in the south-eastern Caribbean. BOSS is a subsidiary of Barefoot Yacht Charters, owned and run by folks who have been sailing and living here for more than 3 generations, and this gives us the unusual advantages of insight and local knowledge that most charter companies, no matter how experienced, simply cannot offer.

Beaches Negril Resort & Spa Negril, Jamaica, Jamaica

(876) 527-5341 www.beaches.com.

Beaches Sailing Fun has international recognition from the American Sailing Association with competent and highly trained Instructors who are meticulous on introducing beginners to Sailing in a resort setting. Our Sailing Program aboard a fleet of Laser Bug Performance, Hobie Wave, and Hobie Getaway that is perfect for Sailing.

Beaches Ocho Rios Resort & Spa St Anns, Jamaica, Jamaica

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We at Black Rock are confident in saying that we are the Virgin Island’s Foremost Sailing School! We perform more thorough lectures and sailing drills than ANY other sailing school in the Caribbean, aboard some of the nicest training boats available – guaranteed!

BodyHoliday St. Lucia, St. Lucia

(758) 724-7807 thebodyholiday.com.

At BodyHoliday, we make the promise to our guests “Give us your body for a week, and we will give you back your mind”. We are extremely pleased to add the official ASA accredited sailing courses to our wide array of activates and are certain that through sailing, we can help those keen individuals forge a meaningful connection with the water, wind and world. BodyHoliday offers a unique stay and learn vacation at our 5-star all-inclusive hotel. Not only will you learn how to sail, but you can also indulge yourself in many of the other complementary activities that we …

Caribbean Sailing Solutions Fajardo, Puerto Rico

(787) 502-7201 www.sailingsolutionscaribbean.com/.

A short ferry ride from mainland will take you to Isleta Marina where our school is located, we are close to many beautiful venues, El Yunque Tropical Rain Forest, excellent restaurants, and beautiful beaches. Enjoy your Learn to Sail vacation with us, there is time to learn and explore the East Coast of beautiful Puerto Rico, including Culebra and or Vieques. US Coastguard licensed Instructor, Coastguard inspected sailing boats.” Bienvenidos!!

Go Sail – Virgin Islands St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands

(786) 905-6865 gosailvi.com.

Go Sail Virgin Islands, located in sunny St Thomas offers you a 6 day liveaboard sailing instruction and adventure. With over a decade of experience cruising these dreamy waters, our captains and crew know how to deliver industry leading sailing instruction mixed with action-packed fun.

Horizon Sailing School Tortola, BVI, British Virgin Islands

(877) 877-1888 horizonyachtcharters.com.

Over the course of a week you will gain the knowledge and experience to charter sailboats anywhere in the world, and embark on your own sailing adventure! The emphasis is on learning how to sail, through hands-on experience, in a beautiful part of the world.

iYacht Club St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands

(855) 924-8252 iyachtclub.com.

You deserve a sailing vacation where you are attended to and get the best expertise. At our school, you get to explore one of the best sailing grounds in the world: the Caribbean. Your journey will specifically focus on the beauty and diversity in the U.S. and British Virgin Islands. Charter House is the accredited school that oversees all the charter yachts, captains, and crew. Because we are locals, we draft an itinerary, based on your interests, that highlights the locations you’ll want see and activities you’ll want to do.

LTD Sailing – Living The Dream! Grenada, Grenada

(473) 457-3240 ltdsailing.com.

LTD Sailing – ‘Living the Dream!’ is the premier sailing school in the Caribbean, offering 7 & 10 day ‘Cruise and Learn’ vacations. We can also customize private courses to accommodate your specific sailing goals. Our instructors are the best in the industry and we only use top quality, modern charter boats from the best charter companies. We offer both monohull & catamaran certification courses. Learn to sail with the best while enjoying an unforgettable Caribbean sailing vacation!

LTD Sailing – Living The Dream! St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

(786) 450-7163 ltdsailing.com.

LTD Sailing is the designated sailing school for Sunsail in the Southern Caribbean. Sunsail recognizes the quality instruction that we provide to our students and we are happy to offer classes on the best boats in the industry. We are charter brokers for Sunsail and can help you book your next vacation on a Sunsail or Moorings boat. Ready to buy ? We are international yacht brokers for the Multihull Company and 5 Oceans Marine Group. We offer private courses on your own yacht, as well. From beginner to boat owner, we can help!

Nautilus Sailing St. George’s, Grenada

Dreaming of learning how to sail and embarking on your own sailing adventures? Nautilus Sailing offers premium live aboard sailing courses in Grenada and the Grenadines – one of the most pristine parts of the Caribbean! The consistent trade winds make for excellent sailing between the islands and we love the vibrant and friendly local culture. An amazing place to sail!

Puerto Rico Sailing School Fajardo, Puerto Rico

(787) 370-0909 www.puertoricosailingschool.com.

Puerto Rico Sailing School is located in Isleta Marina in a small island in Fajardo, half a mile from shore on the beautiful east coast of Puerto Rico. Our location is surrounded by many tourist attractions and is walking distance from hotels, inns & other accommodations.

Ritz Sailing Academy Grace Bay, Turks and Caicos

(649) 245-5792 ladygracecatamaran.com.

The Ritz Sailing Academy will be offering the ASA 110 Small Boat Sailing Course exclusively to guests of The Ritz-Carlton. The course takes 10 hours to complete and can be administered over 3 or 4 classes during a guest’s stay.

Sail Caribbean Sailing School Tortola, BVI, British Virgin Islands

(800) 321-0994 sailcaribbean.com.

Offering unforgettable sailing programs for ages 11-18 and young adults alike. Fostering leadership, marine learning, and adventure in the BVI & Leeward Islands.

Sail Caribe Yacht Charters Fajardo, Puerto Rico

(787) 889-1978 www.sailcaribe.com.

Sailing Virgins Tortola, BVI, British Virgin Islands

(415) 619-2704 www.sailingvirgins.com.

Sailing Virgins is the only sailing school in the Caribbean that caters solely to adventurous people in their 20s and 30s, making for not just a great sailing experience but a very social one at that. Sailing Virgins’ Island Adventures combine sailing instruction with a full-on adventure.

Sea Dog Sailing Tortola, BVI, British Virgin Islands

(404) 374-4754 www.seadogsailing.com.

SeaTrek BVI Tortola, BVI, British Virgin Islands

(877) 467-2454 seatrekbvi.com.

Whether you’re interested in scuba diving, sailing, marine science or just the all around summer adventure program, you’ve come to the right spot! SeaTrek offers tropical adventure summer camp programs for junior high, high school and college-aged students in the British Virgin Islands and other islands throughout the Caribbean.

Ship Shape Sailing School Freshwater Bay, Barbados

(246) 832-7348 barbadossailingschool.com.

Welcome to Ship Shape Sailing School and our beautiful Caribbean Islands. We are based in Barbados and lucky to have all different sailing conditions available right at our door step. We have an extensive fleet of training vessels available and can offer customized training courses to suit your needs.

Sistership Sailing School Tortola, BVI, British Virgin Islands

(284) 496-7145 sailsistership.com.

Located in the beautiful British Virgin Islands, aptly named ‘the sailing capital of the world’, Sistership specializes in ASA courses for women, couples and families. Our women instructors have many years of experience in the BVI and the charter industry and can prepare you for your first charter experience like no one else. Learn to sail in the safe, fun, sailor-friendly waters of the beautiful BVI with experts who really care about the quality of your experience. Our motto is ‘Life begins at the edge of your comfort zone’. We are serious sailors whose top priority is your safety and …

Swain Sailing School Tortola, BVI, British Virgin Islands

(800) 948-7245 swainsailing.com.

Rob Swain Sailing School is located in Tortola in the beautiful British Virgin Islands. Founded 23 years ago by our lead instructor Rob Swain we pride ourselves in providing a complete experience. Whether you are learning to sail or wish to gain bareboat or coastal cruising certifications our ASA qualified instructors who are all experienced yachtsman and women will help you reach your goals.

TMM Yacht Charters Road Town, Tortola, BVI, British Virgin Islands

(800) 633-0155 sailtmm.com.

We offer only charter courses. Charter a yacht and take the instructor with you and enjoy the beauty and great sailing in the BVI at the same time. Courses are conducted in the beautiful sailing conditions of the BVI

Top Tier Sailing School Tortola, British Virgin Islands

(877) 250-6300 toptiersailing.com.

An ASA certified training school located in the British Virgin Islands. Whether you are new to sailing or an experienced sailor looking to achieve specific ASA certifications, Top Tier Sailing School offers comprehensive sailing courses and a learning experience like no other.

True Blue Sailing School Tortola, BVI, British Virgin Islands

(284) 541-6666 www.truebluesailing.com.

Virgin Island Sailing School St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands, US Virgin Islands

(805) 850-8135 sailusvis.com.

In the Caribbean, the water is 78-82 and air, about the same with 10-15 knot breezes 340 days a year. We are based in St Thomas (which is more economical to fly in to) but spend most of our time island hopping in the BVIs. With so many islands, the majority of ocean swells are block making for fast, comfortable sailing. Students are limited to 6 per class and matched to our small but outstanding group of highly experienced instructors.

Wet & Salty Adventure Sailing School St Michael, Barbados

+1 (246) 231-8297 wetandsaltysailing.com.

Wet & Salty Adventure Sailing School is your warm weather destination sailing school based in beautiful Barbados, where the water is warm and the winds are favorable all year round. Whether you’re a beginner or diligently working towards your next ASA certification or captain license, we can help you build your confidence and sailing skills on the water.

Aegean Sail Club Qingdao city, China

(+86) 0532-8079-8106.

Qingdao Haiqinfan Culture and Sports Development Co., Ltd. is a group member of QINGDAO YACHTING ASSOCIATION. Founded in October 2014, it is registered in Shinan District, Qingdao City, Shandong Province, with a registered capital of RMB500,000. It has 12 employees, including 3 ASA certified youth coaches and 3 Red Cross Society of China first aid workers. At present, there are more than 2 million yuan of fixed assets, including nearly RMB500,000 of boat equipment and auxiliary facilities for water sports, 18 small and large boats such as steady board sailboat, canoe, rescue boat and remote control sailing boat, and a set of teaching simulator.

Argonavis Sailing Club Qingdao Qingdao, China

(+86) 0532-8878 5588, asia pacific sailing club , china, (+86) 135-0830 5645.

Asia Pacific Sailing Club has been committed to the promotion of sailing sports, actively promoting cooperation between sailors and enterprises, has been active in major sailing events at home and abroad for a long time,

Baqi Sailing Club Suzhou Shi, China

(+86) 1860-271 1039 baqiclub.com.

Join us for sailing on the lake and find out how much fun it is! Discover a new angle of SIP, feel the freedom and space on the water while you’re away from the crowd and the daily noise. Play with the elements and experience nature.

Beijing Weekend Sailing School Beijing, China

(+86) 010-5869 6578 www.beijingsailing.com.

Bigboys Sailing Club – Xiamen Xiamen, China

(+86) 1596-036 0105 www.lnh77.com.

Bigboys Sailing Club is located in the beautiful coastal city of Xiamen-Wuyuanwan Sailing Harbor – a great sanctuary for sailing enthusiasts. The club has a team of professional coaches plus professional facilities and activities which could to help participants improve their skills.

Blue Fin Sailing Club Yangjiang, China

(+86) 1392-633 6326.

Blue Fin Sailing Club is located in China’s top ten most beautiful island – yangjiang ‘island (5 a scenic area), is the only yacht club, the island is also the only official ASA international sailing in west of the school.

Chengdu Rainbow Sailing Club Haikou City, China

(+86) 1373-069 1589.

Chengdu Rainbow Sailing Club, set up on 2018. It is registered with Chengdu Civil Affairs Bureau, and provides sailing, sailboard and surfing courses by coaches own the Asian or National Champions. It also send outstanding students to professional team.

China Marine Sports School Qingdao, China

(+86) 0532-6656 0123 www.qingdaosailing.com.

China Ocean Sport Union Sanya, China

(+86) 1866-015 0190.

CHINA OCEAN SPORT UNION was established in 2014, located in the beautiful coastal city of Sanya. It is a tropical marine city with a humid climate and pleasant scenery.

Cloud Lake Water Sport Center Kunming City, China

Cloud Lake Sailing Club is located in the park 1903, an artificial lake. It is the largest artificial city lake with nearly Class I water quality in China. The average water depth is 1.4 meters. The lake is clear and bottomless. It is very suitable for learning and training of op sailing boat, sailboard, paddle board, etc.

CN Sailing Club Shenzhen City, China

(+86) 1812-401 2746.

Shenzhen CN Sailing Club is located in Shenzhen Dapeng district. Our coaches are all retired professional athletes and our fleet has participated in many famous sailing events and won many honors.

DAAF Sailing School Shenzhen, China

(+86) 1813-886 3027.

DAAF Sailing School has highly trained instructors who are meticulous on introducing beginners to sailing. Our experienced instructors deliver ASA sailing school material in a safe, and fun learning environment and we have variety of course options.

Dalian Sailing Club Dalian, China

(+86) 0411-8255 8588 www.daliansailing.com.

Dalian Sailing Club was established in 2008 and is the earliest professional sailing training institution in northeast of Dalian.

Dalian Songliao Bluedream Yacht-Driving Training School Dalian City, China

(+86) 1554-113 9833 www.dlytdt.cn.

Dalian Songliao Bluedream Yacht-Driving Training School is located in the beautiful city of Dalian in China. We have more than 12 years experience on motor and sailing boats training.

Dalian Ten Sailing Club Dalian, China

(+86) 0411-8578 5658 www.dlsailing.com.

Dalian Ten Sailing Club was founded in 2013. The founding team is a group of sailing enthusiasts who have been engaged in sailing for many years. From the very beginning, the company has developed into a comprehensive sailing company integrating sailing sales, maintenance, berthing, international sailing certificate training, sailing tourism, sailing events, sailing member services and sailing camp for children.

Dalian Yunshan Ocean Culture Co. Dalian City, China

(+86) 1571-012 4530.

Located in city center with smooth water in the bay suitable for children and beginners, plus easy access to wide waters outside the bay with beautiful caves along the coast.

Dalian Yunshan Sailing Club Co. LTD Dalian city, China

(+86) 157-1012-4530.

和许多国际学校有合作，Cooperation with many international schools, 著名景区，教练经验丰富，可中英文教学。Famous scenic spots, experienced instructors, Teaching in English and Chinese. 学校位于市中心大连小平岛，湾内平稳适合儿童，湾外水域宽阔，岸边是美丽的海蚀洞。located in city Center，Smooth in the bay suitable for children and beginning, wide waters outside the Bay with beautiful caves coast. 教练来自大学教授，几十年的教学经历，十多年帆船经验。Instructors come from University professors, decades of teaching experience, more than ten years of sailing experience.

Ducky Sailing School Shanghai, China

(+86) 1370-163 4323.

Featuring Ducky ’boutique’ style ASA training sessions in Shanghai; Tailor-made workshops to entertain multi-level sailors needs.

Eascape Sailing School Zhoushan, China

(+86) 0580-604 8808 weibo.com/eascape.

Eascape Sailing School is located on Dongji island and is a major tourist destination in China. The head coach Frank Zhang has participated in many domestic and international sailing regatta at various levels.

Fan Hai Hui Sailing Club Shenzhen , China

(+86) 0755-8222 2260.

Shenzhen Fan Hai Hui Sailing Club was founded in 2013, since its inception has been committed to the development of sailing career exploration, advocate healthy entertainment and sports culture industry. Today, Shenzhen Fan Hai Hui Sailing Club has become the Pearl River Delta region active sailing club and with high degree of internationalization sailing club in China.

Fengshui Sailing Club & Resort Xiamen, China

(+86) 0139-0600 4812 www.xsailing.com.cn.

Welcome to the Fengshui Sailing Club! Let’s hop on the journey to discover the mysterious sea and get familiarized with it. It is a great way to experience the achievement starting from the coach training to sailing alone.

Freedom Sailing School Haikou, China

(+86) 0152-8998 9670 7zyd.com.

The school is located in Hainan province, the only tropical province in China, offer whole year courses and tour to South China Sea. We also arrange fishing and diving for our customers. Except unique weather and scenarios, our music and BBQ makes our program more special.

Future Navigators sailing school Nanshan District, China

+(86) 1353-086-1348.

Weilai Hanghai is a company dedicated to sailing training for 6-14 years old children and operation of other series of water sports including but not limited to kayak, motorboat, hobie sailboat, yacht, motor-sailors and so on.

Fuxian Lake Sailing Center Yuxi City, China

(+86) 0186-1677 1471.

Fuxian Lake Sailing Center was established in 2014, located in Fuxian Lake in Yunnan Province, and is the first professional highland lake sailing club in China. Existing OP ships 10, FAREAST18R sailboat 2, FAREAST28R sailboat 6.

Guangzhou Nansha Marina Guangzhou City, China

(+86) 0203-903 3274 www.nanshamarina.com.

Nansha Marina enjoys an advantageous geographical position in the very center of the Pearl River Delta, in close proximity to Guangzhou, Hong Kong and Macau. This is the biggest marina in Southern China and can boast a complete set of high-class facilities and services, so as to create a perfect environment for a top-quality sailing training

Hainan Global Sailing School Sanya City, China

(+86) 1859-9904 8422.

The maritime school is located on the beach of Dadonghai scenic spot in Sanya City, Hainan Province. The sea area is very suitable for sailing, and it is suitable for sailing beginners to learn. Sanya Dadonghai scenic spot has been rated as 4A scenic spot, which is the first open scenic spot with zero charge in Sanya.

Hanyuan HiFan Sailing School Jintin Town, China

(+86) 1862-153 3615 www.clubhanyuan.com.

Hanyuan HiFan Sailing School is located at Suzhou Hanyuan Yacht Resort in the Tai Lake area, one of the best scenic spots in Eastern China. The school has keel boats and dinghies for training courses and cruising on the lake.

Hebei FeiChi Sailing School Qinhuangdao, China

(+86) 1380-338 6949.

Hebei Flying Sailing ASA Training School is the authorized training institution of ASA in mainland China. Its business scope includes water sports, competition, training and sailing culture exchange.

Hobby Sailors Zhuhai City, China

(+86) 1390-253 9089.

Hobby Sailors is an officially authorized ASA training school in Zhuhai city, China, advocating affordable water sports and activities. Located in Zhuhai, Hobby Sailors can be easily accessed from Hong Kong, Macau and other Pearl Delta Cities.

Huizhou Yachting Master Ocean Technology Huizhou, China

(+86) 1862-036 1175.

Huizhou Meister was founded in 2014. Its “Funny Sea Club” sailing club has more than 10 23 foot keel sailing boats and 20 centerboard sailing boats (Bahia/Hobie/OP, etc.). It is the largest sailing club in Huizhou.

Hykor Sports Sailing Club Shenzhen, China

(+86) 7552-394 6791.

Hykor Sports Sailing Club offers training courses and club membership in the beautiful and peaceful Xichong Bay within 40 minutes driving from downtown Shenzhen. As a start-up sailing club, we are not only aiming to bring the fun of sailing but the professional knowledge and practical experience to people at the same time.

Join Sailing Association-Shanghai Shanghai, China

(+86) 021-5923 3916 www.shanghaisailing.com, lento sailing club sanya, china, (+86) 0186-6603 0766, magic sailing school huludao city, china, (+86) 0105-723 5508.

Magic Sailing School is an ASA member school of the American Sailing Association. It strictly follows the American Sailing Association ASA system curriculum standards, and trains the coaching team to obtain the ASA sailing driver’s license.

Natureknight Sailing Base Weihai City, China

(+86) 1563-431 7000.

Natureknight Sailing Base is located in the First International Seawater Bath in Weihai City, Shandong Province. It has many kinds of water sports boats (OP, SUP, Canoe，C2, Hobie getaway, Hobie 16). It has complete hardware facilities. The club is divided into living reception area and near-water training area.

NIC International Club Beijing, China

(+86) 0400-777-8876 www.sonicintl.com.

Beijing NIC International Club is located in Jingtong Grand Canal Yacht Club,Tongzhou District, Beijing, China. It has the best water conditions for sailing in Beijing and the most beautiful environment.

Ningbo Sailing Club Ningbo, China

(+86) 4008-574 788.

Ningbo sailing club is located in the south of Ningbo dongxian lake , it offers main activities, such as: sailing training and experience, summer sailing camp , club member service.The club also has front door shop sells water sport gears and equipments . We also organised our members participate all kind of water spots competitions and regattas . Team from Ningbo sailing club has won many rewards and has great reputation in China sailing society .

Oceanlink Dalian, China

(+86) 4118-452 7788.

Oceanlink ASA Sailing School，located in beautiful DongGang Marina， specializes in providing unique sailing training and life, which offering a stunning view of the Dalian seascape in range and easy access to open water and wind just minutes from our docks.

Pear River Sailing School Guangzhou, China

(+86) 1892-618 2318.

The Pear River Sailing School is a sailing training institution on the Zhujiang River in Guangzhou. The club is located near the Xinzhou Wharf in the eastern part of Guangzhou.

Qingdao chengfengpolang sailing club Qing Dao Shi, China

+(86) 139-6487-8050.

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Qingdao Kaijie Sailing Sport Club Qingdao, China

(+86) 1380-896 3955.

Kaijie Sailing Club is located in Qingdao, Shandong province. Qingdao is the birthplace of sailing in China and is known as the “sailing capital” of China. Due to the unique water resources, sailing has a good foundation in Qingdao, sailing has a history of 100 years.

Qingdao Maywind Yacht Club Qingdao, China

Qingdao Maywind Yacht Club is a comprehensive maritime educational water sports supplier, integrating professional teaching system, top coaches and management team, high-standard service system, boat and event management operation together.

Qingdao T&Z Yacht Club Qingdao, China

(+86) 0532-8297 2612 www.cape-10.com.

Qingdao T&Z Yacht club is well known as a one-stop leisure boating expert for boating sales, management, training, racing events and insurance.

Qinhuangdao Haigang District West-port Sailing Training School Qinhuangdao, China

(+86) 033-5880-2000.

West-port (Qinhuangdao) Sailing Culture Development Co., Ltd. is a service provider dedicated to the dissemination of sailing culture, sailing sports education and all-round sailing life experience. Business layout includes: boat trade and leasing, exclusive agent of French NEEL trimaran, 58 berths for sailboats and yachts, international certified coachers (American ASA, French FFV system), Sailing Camp/Sailing Center: dedicated to youth sailing theme research and summer camp, parent-child camp and adult sailing team building, providing training, team building, competition, party and expansion services, the land yachting popularization, French Marine Life Museum: agent of French SOORUZ Marine equipment.

Qinhuangdao Ying Yang Sailing Club Qinhuangdao City, China

(+86) 1316-651 0666.

The Ying Yang Sailing Club is located in Qinhuangdao, Hebei Province, a beautiful coastal city. The Club was established in 2013. It is dedicated to the promotion of maritime sports, focusing on sailing education and training, youth summer camp, competition services, group building and ship trusteeship.

SAIL GLOBAL Sailing School Suzhou, China

(+86) 138-1660-8004 www.sail-g.com.

SAIL GLOBAL Sailing School is a professional western style sailing institution based in China, offers from beginner to advanced levels of ASA sailing courses in English and Germany .Students from many different nationalities has grown into a unique multinational sailing community with SAIL GLOBAL, Basic sailing courses(ASA101&ASA103) of SAIL GLOBAL are completed at its base in Suzhou.Advanced sailing courses(ASA104&others) are set at coastal bases in Shenzhen and Sanya.

Sailors’ Home Yachting Service Co. Ltd Qingdao Shi, China

(+86) 185-6171-8179.

Sailors’ Home Yachting Service Co.,Ltd based in Qingdao, the sailing city of China, which provides Yachts&boats sales, Training, Chartering, Events Service. Authorized yachting brands dealer of Galeon, Sessa, Leopard, Dufour Mastercraft Quicksilver etc.

Sanya Sea Plex Water Sports Club Sanya City, China

(+86) 186-8959 8369.

Located in Sanya Yalong Bay, the first bay in the world, Sea Plex Water Sports Club is surrounded by beaches that are 7.5km in size and more than 10 luxury resorts.

Schnost Sailing Club Yixing, China

(+86) 182 6222 6893.

Schönst Sailing Club was established in June 2014, the sailing club is headquartered in a scenic park in Yixing.

Set Sail Maritime Institute Zhuhai, China

(+86) 1331-898 8340.

Strategically located in the middle of Lovers Road, SSMI with beautiful beaches and parks around enjoys a comfortable environment and is suitable for many sports, especially sailing training, which becomes an attractive point to the beach. The Institute possesses 10 Hobie sailboats, 5 OP sailboats, and several keel boats. Additionally, SSMI has relatively comprehensive boat types, which satisfies the needs of trainees for various boats. Besides, SSMI is equipped with professional coaches who are qualified for ASA-certification.

Shanghai King Leader Marina Co. Shanghai, China

Now more and more people pay attention to sailing, but most of them don’t know much about sailing, so our marina will spend lots of time to introduce and promote sailing, including face to face introduction, lots of trial of sailing in weekends and holiday, and lots of communication with people on boat and dock, people have sailing experience and know what’s sailing, then will show interest, and some will start ASA training and choose King Leader Marina as their ASA training school. The location of King Leader Marina is in the north of Chongming Island, the Yangtze River Estuary, …

Shenxin Master Water Sports Club Shanghai, China

Our school is located in Sheshan Town in the beautiful Yuehu Sculpture Park with convenient transportation. The wind in the training field is moderate and there’s no bad obstructions. Also, there is no aquatic plant in the lake, especially suitable for teenagers training and adults sailing.

Shenzhen Sevenstar Yacht Club Shenzhen, China

(+86) 0755-2348 6777 www.7starbay.com.

“China’s Most Beautiful Yacht Club” is located in the beautiful Shenzhen Dapeng Peninsula’s Qixing Bay, sitting in a harbor with excellent water quality, backed by a national Geological park and fresh air.

Shenzhen Unione Sailing Company Shenzhen, China

(+86) 7552-692 1472 unioneclub.com.

Shenzhen Unione Sailing Company focuses on teenagers and children sailing education and training dedicated to the promotion of sailing and the spread of maritime culture. We carry forward the humanistic spirit, like healthy, sunny, resolute and brave.

Silver Channel Sailing Club Shanghai, China

(+86) 189-1768 4290.

SilverChannel Sailing Club was founded at 2010 and was one of the earlist sailing training centers in China. Our marina is at DianShan Lake and have all kinds of training boats like J80, J24, Beneteau O34. The club chief instructor is first one in China who holds ASA206 certificate. SCSC offers all kinds of sailing trainings including offshore course and racing course.

Sunac Yacht Club Qingdao, China

(+86) 5325-558 5999.

The Clubhouse of Qingdao Sunac Yacht Club (SYC) is inspired by the European Classic Garden & Architecture. The SYC marina features concrete docks and 230 berths. The SYC sailing school coaches are skilled with more than 20 years’ sailing and teaching experience.

Suzhou SunSailing Club Suzhou City, China

(+86) 5126-306 4306.

Suzhou SunSailing Club is located in Wujiang East Taihu ecological park. It has the best water conditions for sailing in the Yangtze River Delta and the most beautiful environment. In addition to professional sailing facilities, there are also high-end comfortable clubs to provide leisure, catering, visitors, meetings.

Upwind Sailing School Shanghai, China

(+86) 1360-198 4733.

Upwind Sailing School was established in Shanghai in 2014, it bringing together domestic and foreign first-line sailing coaches, breaking the geographical boundaries of traditional sailing clubs.

Whisper of the Wind Sports Club Nanjing, Jiangsu, China

(+86) 1806-164 2577.

Whisper of the Wind Sailing Club was selected as the “Best Youth Sailing Education Base” in 2016. In the past ten years, we have trained a group of water sports enthusiasts and excellent water sports talents!

Won Fun Sailing Club Guangzhou City, China

(+86) 1353-333 7027 wonfunclub.com.

Won Fun Sailing Club is a water sports club mainly engaged in sailing boats, supplemented by kayaks, paddle boards and dragon boats. It carries out campus teaching, public experience, competition training, group building, parent-child activities, winter and summer camps, events, etc.

Wuhan Sailing Club Wuhan, China

(+86) 0278-887 6766.

Wuhan sailing club is located in the East Lake scenic area of Wuhan city, Hubei province. Our ASA training instructor is Shen Sheng, who won the men’s laser class champion in the Asian games in 2002.

Xiamen Jetpon Yachts Xiamen, China

(+86) 1595-927 9153 www.jpyachts.com.

With the pursuit of our mission “Jetpon, Just for your Pleasure”, Jetpon Group insistently promotes marine lifestyle, persistently offers best yachting experience, and becomes the leading role of Chinese yacht industry.

Xiamen On-Board Yacht Sailing Club Xiamen city, China

(+86) 1895-003 2567 onboardclub.cn.

On-Board Yacht Sailing Club, with its exclusive club house, is located on Huandao Road in Xiamen, a beautiful coastal city. You can enjoy the sunshine and the beach all year around this city. It is one of the few genuine sailing sites among the coastal cities of China.

Yachts Fun Sailing Club-Huizhou Huizhou, China

(+86) 1381-747 1257.

All instructors are senior ASA instructors. They can teach you REAL sailing skill. You can ask all kinds of sailing questions after you became our member. W

Yachts Fun Sailing Club-Shanghai Shanghai, China

(+86) 021-6923 1257 www.yachtsfun.com.

All instructors are senior ASA instructors. They can teach you REAL sailing skill. You can ask all kinds of sailing questions after you became our member.

Yantai MF Sailing Club Yantai City, China

(+86) 186-0535-5958.

Shandong Mingfan Sports Culture Media Co., Ltd. was established in March 2021. It is a comprehensive sports culture media company integrating youth and adult sailing and sailboard water sports training and experience, sailing excursion, sports competition organization, advertising release, sports goods and equipment sales, etc. The company’s Marine Mingfan Sailing Club (hereinafter referred to as the “Club”) was established in 2018, located in North China Sea Park, Muping District, Yantai City.

Zhai Mo International Yacht Club Beijing, China

(+86) 1381-178 9636.

The goal of the Zhai Mo International Yacht Club is to enhance marine awareness, promote navigation and develop the marine culture and marine sports in China.

Adriatic Sailing Novigrad, Croatia

+385-99-215-4977 adriaticsailing-academy.com.

We are proud to say that we are the first ASA school in Croatia and just one of a few in Europe. Our business has been family owned for more than 30 years and we specialize in teaching people about sailing and sea. So from grandfather to grandson we teach traditional sailing as it was done 100 years ago all the way through modern sailing via the ASA program.

Horizon Yachting Engomi, Cyprus

(+357) 70 070075 horizon-yachting.com.

Horizon Yachting is a fully-fledged yachting company located in Cyprus, Mediterranean. ASA sailing instruction is at the centre of our activities, offering a wide range of courses from basic to advanced. Horizon Yachting is one of only few places in the region to take your ASA sailing education and probably the first one in Europe to offer advanced courses by the ASA.

Pasimis Strovolos, Cyprus

(+357) 22 492777 www.pasimis.com.

Pasimis was founded in 1999 and our mission is: The provision of support to our members for the use and maintenance of their boats The provision of education and training through the teaching of first class sailing techniques and the exchange of experiences regarding recreational boats and the sea environment The organization of sailing trips from Cyprus and abroad The mutual support between our members  

American Maritime Academy – Cairo Cairo, Egypt

+2-01116610222 ama-eg.com.

The American Maritime Academy was established in 2006 to provide a maritime educational program that is both in-depth and accessible to the average mariner whose aspirations revolve around power-boat and sailboat handling. Our strategic uniqueness in the Middle-East stems from the lack of comparable establishments, which cater to the booming yachting industry in the twelve Arab countries of the region.

American Maritime Academy – Hurghada Hurghada, Egypt

+2-01098966555 www.ama-eg.com.

French Polynesia

Captain kupps’ ocean adventures-polynesia tahiti, french polynesia, (619) 488-4428 www.captainkupps.com.

French Polynesia is conformed by a unique group of islands hidden amidst the high tides of the South Pacific Ocean. It is a dreamers paradise, in which the unbelievably clear turquoise water meets the densely tree populated islands. This is a place that is often singled out for its beauty, its diversity and its vast culture. Ocean Adventures Polynesia offers the opportunity to explore this amazing place while learning how to navigate within the barrier reef, and appreciating the beauty of the near by coral gardens that are densely populated with beautiful sea creatures, such as fish, sharks and stingrays.

Nautilus Sailing Uturoa, French Polynesia

Dreaming of learning how to sail and embarking on your own sailing adventures? Nautilus Sailing offers premium live aboard sailing courses in Tahiti – a truly quintessential South Seas paradise. Lush, jungle covered peaks, waterfalls, and turquoise lagoons teeming with colorful fish, make this a bucket list sailing destination.

Athens Sailing Academy Athens, Greece

(+30) 693-716-3246 athenssailingacademy.com.

The Athens Sailing Academy is located in Athens Greece. We use the beautiful Greek Islands as our sailing back drop as we teach new students how to master sailing. The constant sunshine and easy winds make this an ideal location to learn how to sail. When the days sailing is over you will find your self on a new island every day, and a chance to explore the Greek islands while you learn how to sail.

Fair Winds Sailing Greece Corfu Town, Greece

(+30) 6932755635 fairwindssailinggreece.com.

Fair Winds Sailing Greece is located in Corfu Island – one of the finest destinations in the Med with lots of sailing options in the Ionian Sea. The west Greek mainland and the Ionian Islands form an extensive coastline that provides countless protected bays and beaches of rare beauty, ideal for swimming, snorkeling and scuba diving.

DEA Sailing Association Causeway Bay, Hong Kong

+85 92772381, hong kong catamaran club ltd. wanchai, hong kong, (+852) 2511-9398, (+852) 2511-7427 www.cata.hk.

Established in 2008, the Hong Kong Catamaran Club (CATA) was the first ASA affiliate sailing school in Hong Kong.  Sea sports are possible in Hong Kong year-round, as the wind and weather are mild, and we have clear sandy beaches for swimming and deep water sailing. CATA has trained 20+ sailing instructors and almost 800 students from local, Mainland China, Asia, Europe and USA, aged 13 to 75 from the basic course through to the advanced.

The Hebe Haven Yacht Club Hong Kong, Hong Kong

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Come learn to sail (and have a ton of fun) with us on the beautiful Eastern Mediterranean coast of Israel. We offer a range of ASA courses taught at our bases at the Herzliya and Haifa Marinas, and Limassol, Cyprus. Whether you’re new to sailing or already have some sea miles in your log, we’ll tailor a program for you – from the ASA 101 Keelboat Sailing 1 and ASA 103 Coastal Cruising to the ASA 104 Bareboat Chartering certifications. Refresh your skills with the ASA 111 “Sailing Review Certification.” With our own Lagoon catamarans in Herzliya and Limassol, you …

Yam Sailing School Tel Aviv, Israel

(+972) 3-523-0076 www.yam-sailing.co.il/en/sailing-school/academy.

Yam Sailing School is located in the marina of ‘the city that never sleeps’, Tel Aviv. Our near perfect weather conditions allow us to enjoy year-round sailing and our classroom is the beautiful Mediterranean Sea. Yam Sailing School instructors are seasoned skippers who implement a special teaching method that has been developed over the years. Our students learn on 40.7 Beneteau First yachts and can choose to study the theory lessons in groups of 4 or one-on-one, with the Instructor. The Yam Sailing School team gives a great deal of attention to each and every students needs in order to …

Aoki Yacht School Sennan-gun, Japan

072-465-8192 aoki.us.

As an American Sailing Association affiliate our courses are designed to give students internationally recognized ASA certification for the various levels of achievement. Successful completion of these courses qualify students to operate boats and equipment as outlined. The classes listed on this page are being offered from our beautiful Osaka bay location. Aoki School is also a government certified boat license school for the class 1 and class 2. We offer in-house trainings and exams. You don’t have to take Government tests any more. The classes for the Japan Boat License of the Class 1 grade lesson and the Class …

Kadena Marina Okinawa, Japan

(+81) -070-1400-1956.

Sailing Okinawa Nishinomiya, Japan

Www.sailingokinawa.com.

Since 2004 Sailing Okinawa has become an affordable small sailing school and resource center for those who want to enjoy local sailing and/or study for the Japan Small Vessel Operator’s Permit.

Captain Kupps’ Ocean Adventures-Mexico Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

We are located in beautiful Puerto Vallarta Mexico. Banderas Bay where the jungle meets the sea is the premier sailing location for both racing and cruising in all of Mexico. We have been teaching and certifying for the A.S.A. for over 25 years. Our graduates are successfully sailing all over the world and loving it. Our boats are professionally maintained with up to date safety equipment and gear. With fresh breezes and some of the most beautiful beaches in the world Mexico is the perfect exotic location for learning to sail. Our private custom courses include both land based classes …

GoBaja Sailing La Paz, Mexico

(949) 322-7006 gobajasailing.com.

Visit the hidden gems of Baja California Sur and the Sea of Cortez! Discover these pristine, protected islands, jam-packed with marine life. Our all-inclusive sailing certification course involves living onboard for 6 days / 7 nights and includes ASA 101, 103 and 104 certifications.

Hold Fast Sailing School Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

+52 (322) 279-0386 holdfastsailingschool.com.

Come sail with confidence and discover the beauty of Puerto Vallarta’s sea with Hold Fast Sailing School. Our expert instructors offer programs for beginners and intermediate sailors, with flexible scheduling to fit your needs. Join us for an unforgettable sailing experience.

Nautilus Sailing La Paz, Mexico

Dreaming of learning how to sail and embarking on your own sailing adventures? Nautilus Sailing offers premium live aboard sailing courses in the Sea of Cortez in Mexico. This is a stunning place to learn to sail, with over 900 islands to explore! Picture white sand beaches, azure waters, and abundant marine life.

Sea of Cortez Sailing Academy La Paz, Mexico

+52 (624) 151-3301 www.seaofcortezsailing.com.

At Sea of Cortez Sailing Academy we are passionate about sailing and it is our lifestyle. We are here to help you achieve your sailing dreams while showing you our beautiful backyard, with gorgeous deserted islands making contrast with pristine waters, home to incredible and diverse marine life, having Jacques Cousteau calling this area “the world’s aquarium”.

Sonoran Sport Center San Carlos, Mexico

(+52) 622-226-0508 sailsancarlos.com.

Sonoran Sport Center now offers two locations to take a sailing course. The Sea of Cortes in San Carlos Sonora or in the Maya Riviera of Cancun in the state of Quintana Roo. We have mono hulls and multihulls to choose from so sailing students can sail a variety of boats if they wish. Your instructor has 25 years of sailing experience in Mexico. The two locations we offer in Mexico are not only some of the most scenic destinations in the country but also offer some of the finest conditions in the world to sail. Coupled with the variety …

Philippines

Petrel sailing school palangan, philippines, (+86) 1862-135 6565.

Whether you’re interested in scuba diving or sailing, just the all around summer adventure program, you’ve come to the right spot! We are the first ASA sailing school in the Philippines and is the affiliate of “”Philippine Diving and Sailing club””. The highest standards of both safety and quality of the courses are our principles. We aim to inspire everyone to learn and to enjoy sailing. Our instructors are bilingual in Chinese and English, come join our international courses to make more friends in different countries. currently there are 4 ASA instructors based in Puerto Galera Island, Philippine, and a Beneteau Oceanis 40 with advanced equipments.

Saudi Arabia

Nautical arabia academy al khobar , international, +966 500-636-005 nauticalarabia.com.

Discover sailing excellence at Nautical Arabia Academy in Khobar, Saudi Arabia. Learn from expert ASA-affiliated instructors amidst Khobar’s coastal beauty. Join our vibrant sailing community, explore the Arabian Gulf’s wonders, and embark on unforgettable maritime adventures. Master the art of sailing and unlock a world of endless possibilities on the open water.

Fun Wind sailing school – Singapore MARINA SQUARE, Singapore

(+65) 8267-0886.

Based in Singapore, Discover Sailing Asia’s aim is to make sailing accessible to everyone at all levels of experience. Today, Discover Sailing Asia owns 5 yachts and has bases in Hong Kong, Taiwan, Okinawa & Singapore. We are a market leader in Asia, having operated out of 20 ports and 7 countries.

International Nautical Academy Balearic Islands, Spain

+3 (491) 901-0259 internationalnauticalacademy.com.

I.N.A International Nautical Academy is an ASA (American sailing) certified sailing school based in Ibiza Spain. we are passionate about sailing and sailing courses and we’d love to teach you whether you’re a beginner – embarking on your new adventure and going for your 101 – or an experienced professional looking to get your advanced courses like the 105 or even 114.

Dawn Light Ocean Sailing School Toucheng Township , Taiwan

+( 886) 292-880-9651 www.dawnlightocean.com.tw.

Dawn Light Ocean Sailing School is located at Wushi Harbour in Toucheng. It has good transport connections. It’s a place where attracts many visitors during weekends and holidays to come here to surf, paragliding.

Fun Wind Sailing School Hengchun Township, Taiwan

(+886) 8-888-96 fwsailing.club.

The Fun Wind Sailing School was established in 2014 in Kenting, Taiwan. We help you learn from basic to advanced level in a safe learning environment. You will enjoy the fun of learning sailing during your vacation, and meanwhile get yourself certified.

Lohas Ocean Sailing School-Kaohsiung City Kaohsiung City, Taiwan

(+88) 69 3596-1201.

School address in the Taiwan Kaohsiung Xingda Harbor with a very large area of ​​the port (estimated 1500-2000 yacht can accommodate). All year warm like spring and can sailing all year. This location near two major metropolitan area in Tainan City and Kaohsiung City, just 10 minutes away from the motorway interchange, only 15 minutes away from the high-speed rail station. Currently, we already have new 33-feet cruisers, 28-feet cruisers and two 27-feet racers, a coastal second floor of the building and the training of young successful business team. Dockside wide opened is the best locations of the maintenance. Chief …

Lohas Ocean Sailing School-Taipei City Taipei City, Taiwan

+886935961201, seedmarine sailing school zhongzheng dist., taiwan, +(88) 622-469-0662 www.seedmarine.com.

Seedmarine sailing school is located in Badouzi fishing port,Keelung,North of Taiwan. The company is devoted to promoting yacht sailing training and marine activities. The professional instructors lead students to know sailing and cruising leisurely.

Splash International Sailing School New Taipei City, Taiwan

+(88) 693-208-7322.

Splash International Sailing School is a leading Training Centre based at mouth of Tanshui River, Taipei, Taiwan. Whether you have a sailing and boating experience or are yet to sail, we offer something for people of all experience and ages. We are able to offer you a wide range of practical and theory based courses. Our knowledgeable instructors will support you throughout your learning experience.

Taiwan Sailing School Kaohsiung, Taiwan

(+866) 9-2803-3131.

The school is located in Kaohsiung City, a pleasant and prosperous place in Taiwan and is open all year round. There are currently eight heavy-duty sailing boats of different sizes for students to learn. The boat teaching coaching group has decades of experience.

TMS – Kaohsiung Sailing School Kaohsiung City, Taiwan

(+886) 75510500 twmarine.com.tw.

Taiwan Marine Sailing School update our own vessels every year, and also enhances the skills of the instructors, allowing the trainees to learn the most solid training, and because the ship is updated, the students can learn more. Rather than just providing teaching, we can also let all people come together to experience the elegance and excitement of the sailing boat.

TMS-Taichung Sailing School Budai Township, Taiwan

(+886) 7-551050.

The sailing school is located at No. 168 Shun Road, Budai Township, Taiwan

TMS-Tainan Sailing School Tainan, Taiwan

(+886) 7-551-0500 www.khsailing.com, warhawk sailing school anping dist., taiwan, +(886) 3575-0880 ext 360.

Warhawk Sailing is a premier sailing academy with proven track record of success in incubating new sailors and turning them into new sailboat owners.

Andaman Marine Academy Phuket, Thailand

(+66) 990011882 www.ama-phuket.net.

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Mediterranean Yacht Charter

A Mediterranean yacht charter offers an exceedingly rich mixture of cultures, history and landscapes amongst the world's most popular yacht rental destinations. Home to iconic luxury charter locations like the sun-dappled French Riviera and the Amalfi Coast , and innumerable island paradises found in Greece , Croatia and Turkey , a yacht charter in the Mediterranean offers a range of picturesque cruising grounds bound to whet the appetite of any yacht charter guest.

Enclosed by three continents, the Mediterranean's exciting fusion of modern metropolises, sun-soaked beaches, archaeological delights and pleasant year-round weather provide the foundation for an unforgettable charter vacation. And thanks to the region's insatiable popularity, there is a wealth of choice when it comes to renting a yacht in the Mediterranean. Luxury motor yachts, sailing yachts, catamarans and even gulet charters can all be rented in these epic cruising grounds.

There is also a spectacular array of yacht charter itinerary options in the Mediterranean too, meaning whether you are looking to unwind or turn up the party dial to the max, there is something for everyone.

Mediterranean Yacht Charters: At a Glance

• Cinematic landscapes  Make up the show-stoppingly beautiful jigsaw that is the Mediterranean. From cosmopolitan thrills to blindingly white beaches and eyepopping blue waters, the choice is all yours.
• Easily accessible The Mediterranean is extremely well-connected to the US and most worldwide destinations, ensuring you travel with ease.
• Long cruising season Warm temperatures extend well into October in East Mediterranean destinations like Croatia, Greece and Turkey.
• Endless adventure and entertainment The Mediterranean is full of intrigue: it's an island-hopping, diving and snorkelling wonderland, a designer shopping mecca, and home to some of the world's most glamorous events. Simply put, the Mediterranean is the place to see and be seen.
• Top-end superyacht marinas The region has some of the most sought-after berth slips in the world, replete with state-of-the-art facilities, hip boutiques and restaurants, as well as jaw-dropping panoramas aplenty, of course.

Popular Destinations for Yacht Rentals in the Mediterranean

Luxury yacht charters in the Mediterranean are divided into two distinct cruising grounds. The West Mediterranean has been the superyacht hotspot du jour for decades, with the most popular yacht rental destinations undeniably being the South of France, Monaco ,  Italy , Sardinia, Corsica and the Ibiza. Diverse and exciting, these countries offer some of the finest cuisines, architecture, cities, and coastlines to be found in the region.

But East Mediterranean yacht rental destinations like Greece and  Turkey are also buzzing with charter activity, thanks to their incredible culture and history, spellbinding anchorages and boundless islands that make for a rip-roaring yacht charter itinerary. Montenegro and Croatia yacht charters are also becoming increasingly in-demand, with a number of state-of-the-art superyacht marinas having been developed in recent years adding to their attractiveness.

Popular West Mediterranean Regions

There are some locations that garner considerably more attention for superyacht vacations in the Mediterranean than others, which means we highly recommend you book as far in advance as possible if you are considering any of these cruising grounds.

The most popular West Mediterranean yacht charter locations are:

• The French Riviera: comprising a glittering medley of some of the world's most glamorous hotspots like Saint Tropez , Cannes, Antibes, and Monaco, think world-class restaurants, night-time revelry and endlessly alluring bays and beaches to choose from.
• The Italian Riviera:  places like Portofino and Cinque Terre are adored for their pastel-perfect villages, otherworldly vistas, and incomparable cuisine.
• The Amalfi Coast: the heavenly towns of Positano, Sorrento, Ravello and the island of Capri make a yacht charter here an intoxicatingly beautiful experience.
• Ibiza : international party capital and an upscale bohemian hotspot, Ibiza 's appeal endures.

Popular East Mediterranean Regions

The most popular East Mediterranean yacht charter locations include:

• Cyclades Islands: the most popular yachting destination in Greece, with a staggering 220 islands to cruise to, including hedonist haven Mykonos , romantic Santorini, and myriad archeological delights in Delos.
• Ionian Islands : an idyllic Greek island-chain promising pine-scented beauty and serene coves at every turn, with highlights being Corfu, Ithica and Cephalonia.
• Dubrovnik and Hvar: Croatian cities steeped in historical significance with ample cultural highlights, plus balmy weather all-summer-long late into the season.
• Bodrum: a vibrant port city in southwestern Turkey thrumming with life, packed with ultra-chic bars, beach clubs and restaurants and topaz-coloured bays.

Highlights of a Mediterranean Yacht Charter

A Mediterranean yacht rental vacation offers a mesmerizing selection of things to see and do. Here is our small selection of some of the most outstanding:

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• Cinque Terre:  a string of sorbet-coloured fishing towns carved into the hills overlooking the sea in Italy.

Porto Cervo:  a luxury-lovers nirvana, with its high-end shops and designer emporiums close to the main port.

Promenade de la Croisette,  in Cannes: one of the most famous avenues in the world; peppered with high-end boutiques and Belle Époque hotels.

The Blue Grotto:  a stunning semi-submerged cave in Capri where the light refracts the sunlight from outside creating an optical illusion.

Hotel Splendido:  head to Portofino for sundowners and to try out one of their world-famous peach bellinis.

Porto-Vecchio:  Corsica's most charming town.

Porquerolles : oft-cited as the best island in the French Riviera renowned for its crystal clear waters and fragrant forests.

Îles d'Hyères : one of the best anchorage spots in the South of France.

Les Voiles : world-famous sailing regatta that takes place in Saint Tropez in September.

Villefranche-sur-Mer : postcard-perfect French fishing village.

Casino de Monte-Carlo : set pulses racing at this Belle Époque glory in the heart of Monaco. 

Monaco Yacht Show : one of the most important events in the yachting calendar.

Shipwreck Beach  (Navagio Beach): legendary beach in Greece, famous for the large shipwreck lying on the sand.

Nammos : come to this landmark beach club in Greece for a night of uber-luxe revelry amid the world's gliteratti.

Zlatni Rat (Golden Horn):  located on the southern coast of Brač, Croatia regularly listed as one of the top beaches in Europe.

Diocletian’s Palace, Split : UNESCO site within the walls of Split’s historic and thriving town.

Who Goes on a Mediterranean Yacht Charter?

The cultural heartbeat of the rich and famous in the summertime, the Mediterranean has long been welcoming the jet set to its sun-drenched shores. Well-to-do hedonists and socialites enjoy the beach club buzz, designer boutiques and glittering throng of exclusive events found in hotspots like the South of France and Monaco, where some of the most important dates in the calendar year like the Monaco Grand Prix and Cannes Film Festival also take place.

Equally, with an outstanding array of tranquil beaches, bays and inlets to explore, the Mediterranean is also a veritable nirvana for families or those simply seeking serenity on their yacht charter vacation.

History and Culture

The Mediterranean sea is connected to the Atlantic Ocean, bordering more than 22 different countries, and over 3,000 islands, the largest two being the Italian islands of Sicily and Sardinia.  Its name comes from two Latin words: 'Medius” (Middle) and “Terra” (Earth/Soil), roughly translated as the center of the Earth, and the sea itself is thought to be more than 5 million years old.

In terms of Mediterranean culture, there isn't a one size fits all approach — each and every country in the region has their own. But we can say that there are some overarching themes: an appreciation of the finer things in life being one of them: of nature and of cuisine.

Types of Yacht Charters in the Mediterranean

A luxury crewed  yacht rental vacation in the Mediterranean is without a doubt the best way to lap up the natural splendor of this magical region, offering you access to a dizzying array of splendid spots far from the typical tourist trail. 

With an extensive selection of vessels available to choose from, the perfect yacht for you and your charter party is destined to be out there. Unsure whether a crewed motor yacht charter, sailing yacht charter, or in some cases, a gulet charter will work best for you? We've laid out the main aspects to consider before making a final decision.

Motor Yacht Charters in the Mediterranean

A crewed motor yacht charter  in the Mediterranean is the epitome of luxury. With seven-star amenities and hotel-serviced living coupled with a completely unrivaled level of privacy, it's no wonder a motor yacht has evergreen appeal. Uncover awe-inspiring that are only accessible by boat, and experience what it's like to have your own floating palace.

There is a huge variety of Mediterranean motor yachts available, from 100m superyachts with all the latest charter-focused amenities to small speedy weekend cruisers, or somewhere in between. But do keep in mind when selecting your motor yacht that slips here are in high demand during the summertime, which means it's more likely you will spend time at anchor.

As for yacht types, those with planing hulls are perfect if you want to zip through locations at speed quickly. However, they are usually less stable at anchor. 

Displacement and semi-displacement hulls are slower and make up most of the global charter fleet, They are more comfortable, voluminous, and more stable with at anchor stabilizers. 

Sailing Yacht Charters in the Mediterranean

Selecting a luxury crewed  sailing yacht charter in the Mediterranean is a wonderful choice for guests looking for a slower vacation pace, where you will be wooed by the sailing yacht's old-school charm. Plus, with most sailing conditions in the Mediterranean being extremely favorable, typified by calm seas and light winds (apart from the Meltemi at certain times in Turkey and Greece), this is absolutely a sailing paradise.

And with an extensive selection of catamarans, monohulls and racer sailers available, it won't be difficult to find a charter sailing yacht in the Mediterranean that will meet your requirements.

Gulet Charters in the Mediterranean

In  Turkey  & Croatia you also have an additional charter option: the possibility of renting a gulet  with a full crew. Gulets are traditionally Turkish-built wooden motor sailor yachts which are usually much larger in volume than your average sailing yacht, with an abundance of open-plan living spaces.

Turkish gulet yachts are less expensive than other charter vessels of the same size, and can often offer all-inclusive or semi-inclusive packages, meaning you don’t need to worry about additional expenses such as food and drink. They also normally include a standard number of cruising hours per day.  Plus, their crew are often local to the region that they cruise in, meaning they can double as tour guides and can provide a lot of valuable expertise.

You can visit Greek Islands on your Turkish gulet charter vacation, but you will need to embark and disembark in a port in Turkey unless it has a Greek Charter Licence - which is very rare. 

Gulets are not available in the West Mediterranean cruising areas.

How Much Does It Cost to Charter a Yacht in the Mediterranean?

The average price of a motor yacht or sailing yacht rental in the Mediterranean will depend on several factors, including the vessel's age, type, crew, as well as the duration of the vacation and whether it is high or low season.

With so many options available, there’s something to suit every type of budget. For convenience we have listed the average prices for motor yacht and sailing yacht charters in the Mediterranean below;

• For motor yacht rentals in the Mediterranean, prices can range from $31,541 to $1.6m per week, plus expenses
• For luxury sailing yacht rentals in the Mediterranean, prices can go from $20,491 to $532,784 weekly, plus expenses

One aspect to keep in mind is that there are important distinctions to be made between the average costs for West Mediterranean and East Mediterranean yachting vacations. While exact costs can vary from yacht to yacht, typically, West Mediterranean yacht charters will involve newer, larger vessels and include a high-quality, international workforce, and therefore tend to usually incur higher prices. Meanwhile, East Mediterranean yacht charters will usually use older vessels and feature highly knowledgeable local crews. 

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When is the Best Time for Mediterranean Yacht Charters?

The best time for a yachting vacation on the Mediterranean is between May and August, although weather is still pleasant in the shoulder months of April and September, with some East Mediterranean locations experiencing high temperatures well into October (Croatia, Turkey, Greece).

Yacht charter guests in the Mediterranean during these months can expect mellow seas, cloudless skies  long, sunbaked days and low rainfall.

However, if you are looking to evade the crowds and the heat, avoid July and August.

Where Should I Begin My Mediterranean Yacht Charter?

France is by far the most popular starting point for the classic "Mediterranean milk-run charter" route (Saint Tropez to Portofino), with this term coined in the industry to reflect the most celebrated and chicest locations along the Côte d'Azur.

The best place to begin a Mediterranean yacht charter is in Nice for itineraries along the coast and towards the Italian Riviera, with the majority of guests flying into Nice Airport before being chauffeured to its port or Antibes. Cannes Vieux Port (which is a mere 30-minute drive from Nice's Airport) is also popular if beginning further west towards Saint-Tropez .

Ibiza is also a popular starting point for Balearics charters, while Positano and Ajaccio are useful embarkation ports for Amalfi Coast and Corsica yacht charters respectively.

For East Mediterranean itineraries, Athens is a popular choice for charters around Greece's Aegean archipelagos, with the highest concentration of yacht rentals, while superyachts cruising the Ionian and Adriatic Coast tend to be flexible, with charters embarking from any number of popular destinations; from Venice  in Italy down to Corfu  in Greece's Ionian Islands.

Popular Marinas and Moorings in the Mediterranean

There are many marinas in the Mediterranean, but there are some, especially within the French and Italian Riviera that are highly coveted such as St Tropez and Portofino, which means mooring costs in this region in the summer tend to be highest and availability is often extremely limited.

If you would like to spend a night in port while on your charter yacht in the Mediterranean, be sure to make this clear to your crew or your charter broker well in advance, as there is strong competition for slips.

Below is our selection of some of the finest and most popular marinas in the Mediterranean:

French Riviera Marinas

• Vieux Port de Cannes  and Port Pierre Canto in Cannes, both cater to all sizes of yachts and with 1,200 berths.
• Port Cogolin  in Saint Tropez, which boasts 1,600 berths for yachts of up to 50m/164ft, and Port Vauban in Antibes, which caters to yachts up to a 165m/541ft LOA.
• Port de Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat , located near the idyllic village of Villefranche-sur-Mer. This marina has 560 berths that can accommodate yachts up to 60m/197ft in length.

Italian Riviera Marinas

• Marina di Loano , not far from the French border can accommodate 900 vessels up to 77m/252ft in length.
• Porto Mirabello , in La Spezia caters to yachts of up to 100m/328ft, and a perfect point for exploring the region's jaw-droppingly pretty Cinque Terre.

Amalfi Coast Marinas

• Marina di Stabia  is one of the most popular places to begin a yacht charter on the Amalfi Coast, and boasts luxury facilities and the capacity to host yachts measuring up to 100m.

Marina Piccola  in Sorrento has 280 berths, catering to yachts measuring up to 40m.

Corsica Marinas

• Port Ajaccio Tino Rossi , the capital's largest marina, has 300 slips and caters to yachts of up to 100m/328ft
• Port Calvi , located in the northwest with 150 berths for yachts up to 65m/213ft LOA.
• Port de Plaisance Saint-Florent  ,a pretty marina tucked away in the north with 920 slips, and in close proximity to vineyards and the stunning Saleccia beach.

Popular Marinas in Greece

Kos Marina , close to the enchanting island's old harbor, this marina has a capacity for up to 250 berths with a maximum length of 80m.

Gouvia Marina , Corfu's most popular, situated in a secluded bay, with mooring of yachts of up to 80m, and boasts 1235 slips.

Athens Marina , accommodating 130 slips measuring up to 130m. Provides plenty of amenities on land, including a helipad service.

Popular Marinas in Croatia and Montenegro

• D-Marin Mandalina (Šibenik) , an award-winning marina set between two national parks in a naturally protected lagoon, with 429 sea berths for yachts up to 140m LOA and all modern marina facilities.
• ACI Marina Split , 5-star marina offering 318 protected berths, accommodating superyachts up to 90m LOA, in the heart of Croatia’s jewel.
• Porto Montenegro , award-winning marina offering an array of five star facilities, including a vibrant marina village, upscale bars, restaurants, designer emporiums and high-end boutiques, and catering to yachts up to 250m LOA.

Popular Marinas in Turkey

Kaş Marina , recently developed and has capacity for 450 yachts.

D-Marin Marina , tucked away in protected natural cove minutes from central Göcek with a 380 slip capacity for yachts up to 70m.

Setur Antalya Marina , renowned superyacht marina, capacity reaches 235 yachts.

Where to End a Mediterranean Yacht Charter

Portofino is one of the best places to disembark your Mediterranean yacht charter if you are embarking on the typical week-long yachting vacation along 'the milk run' (incorporating destinations in the French Riviera and Ligurian Coast). Guests usually take a helicopter back to Nice or Genoa airport.

For two-week-long Mediterranean charter vacations, Bonifacio is one of the most popular places to finish a private yacht charter in the Mediterranean due to its outstanding natural beauty. It boasts one of the most stunning port entrances in Europe, bordered by soaring limestone cliffs on one side, and on the other its impressive medieval old town teeters on a hilltop. Upon leaving, guests are chauffeured to nearby Ajaccio international airport.

For East Mediterranean charters, Athens is a popular disembarkation port, as well as Porto Montenegro and Dubrovnik or Split on the Adriatic Coast, all of which offer good transport links with international airports.

How to Book Your Yacht Charter in the Mediterranean

If you want to book a yachting vacation in the Mediterranean, we strongly advise booking through a qualified  yacht charter broker at least three months in advance. By doing so, you will increase the likelihood of securing your preferred dates and you will have a greater selection of yachts on offer to choose from.

This also ensures your yacht broker has enough time to craft a personalized itinerary and secure an overnight berth in the most popular marinas.

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Our extensive range of Mediterranean yacht charter itineraries has been carefully curated by industry experts to ensure your luxury yacht charter in the Mediterranean is nothing short of magical. Browse our selection of itineraries by the number of days you intend to charter a yacht as well as the specific regions you are interested in.

If you are chartering a yacht in the Mediterranean for the first time, we strongly recommend the classic 7-day Mediterranean yacht charter route. Also known as the 'milk-run': a term coined by industry professionals to reflect the most refined locations along the Côte d'Azur, this itinerary begins in show-stopping St.Tropez, cruises towards the Italian Riviera and ends in sun-soaked Portofino. For 14-day luxury Mediterranean charters, incorporating Corsica into an itinerary is also a perennially popular choice.

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Bayesian superyacht sinking: Horror of those trapped in bedrooms described by former captain

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A former captain of the Bayesian has described the terrifying obstacles facing those trapped in the cabins as the Bayesian superyacht overturned killing seven.

Stephen Edwards, who captained the Bayesian for five years until 2020, told The Telegraph : “Those who stayed curled up in bed were in the worst situation.

“The storm hit hard, placing them in the melee of flying furniture, glass and other items,” he said adding he had spoken to traumatised crew members.

“Inside the cabins, the only way to think of this is that people were lying in their beds one minute, and the next the room was on its side, totally dark, with the door now either in the floor or in the ceiling above.”

It came as divers race to retrieve Mike Lynch’s personal hard drives locked in a safe on the ocean floor, according to reports.

Italian newspaper la Repubblica reported that the tech billionaire, whose clients included MI5, the NSA and the Israeli secret service, didn’t trust confidential documents on the cloud and kept two encrypted hard drives in a safe which now lies 49 metres below sea level.

Former captain says surviving crewmembers all have PTSD from sinking

The former captain of the Bayesian superyacht says he has spoken to all of the surviving crew to hear their account of the sinking.

Stephen Edwards said all the crew members who were on deck rescued as many passengers as they could but that heading down towards the flooded lower parts of the yacht “would have meant certain death”.

The former captain told The Telegraph: “They are not doing very well”

“The dominant feeling is still one of shock from the event. They are dealing with what happened, how it happened and how quickly it happened.”

Bayesian yacht sinking: Banking boss among four victims who ‘suffocated in cabin air bubble’

Four of the victims of last month’s Bayesian yacht disaster died after oxygen ran out in an air bubble on the sunken vessel, it has been reported.

Autopsies over the past few days on four of those who died have revealed an absence of water in their lungs, suggesting they suffocated as the air became saturated with carbon dioxide, Italian publication La Repubblica said.

The outlet reported post-mortems showed four people died from “atypical drowning”, with “no water in their lungs, trachea and stomach”. There were no signs of external injuries.

HP looking to recoup £4billion from Mike Lynch’s estate despite Bayesian tragedy

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) is making the “difficult decision” to pursue Mike Lynch’s estate for £4billion in the interests of shareholders despite the tech billionaire being killed along with his daughter on the Bayesian superyacht.

Antonio Neri, the former engineer turned chief executive at HPE, told the Financial Times : “Obviously my job as a representative of shareholders is to make the difficult decisions.

“These are difficult decisions. But in the end, we are making decisions in the best interest of shareholders.”

Mike Lynch had been celebrating his acquittal from criminal charges on the superyacht when it overturned in a freak storm.

But HPE intends to pursue damages around an earlier UK civil trial in 2022 which found in favor of HPE’s claim that Lynch and ex-CFO Sushovan Hussain had inflated the apparent value of Autonomy during the acquisition.

Bayesian captain said to be ‘living darkest days of his life'

Three crew members including the yacht’s captain are under investigation, with plans being discussed to raise the yacht from the ocean bed to assist enquiries.

Sources close to New Zealander James Cutfield, 51, the captain , told the Italian newspaper Corriere Della Sera that he is living through the darkest days of his life.

Among those killed were Mike Lynch and his 18-year-old daughter Hannah, who had been due to begin studying at Oxford University in September, the yacht’s chef and four other family friends and associates.

Seven key unanswered questions around the sinking of the Bayesian

With the Bayesian lying on her side 50 metres underneath the now gentle waters of the Mediterranean, mystery still surrounds how the 56-metre superyacht, sank in the typhoon off the port of Porticello.

Remotely controlled underwater vehicles and cave divers are looking to raise the yacht .

Will answers to the sinking will rise to the surface with it?

The key unanswered questions around the tragic sinking of the Bayesian

With the search continuing of the sunken Bayesian an investigation has been launched to establish what caused the disaster off the coast of Sicily

Mike Lynch’s co-defendant died from head injury after being hit by car days before yacht sinking

Mike Lynch ’s co-defendant Stephen Chamberlain died in hospital three days after being hit by a car on a country road, an inquest heard.

The 52-year-old, from Longstanton in south Cambridgeshire, was struck by a blue Vauxhall Corsa travelling between Stretham and Wicken on the A1123 at about 10.10am on 17 August.

Mr Chamberlain, a former vice president of finance at Mike Lynch’s software firm Autonomy, had been out running at the time, his lawyer Gary Lincenberg said.

Coroner Caroline Jones told the inquest in Alconbury that his medical cause of death was recorded as “traumatic head injury”.

Mike Lynch ‘likely died of suffocation’ after running out of oxygen on sunken yacht

British tech tycoon Mike Lynch is likely to have died of suffocation after running out of oxygen, according to a source close to the investigation.

They cited initial examinations carried out on Saturday after the businessman’s body was recovered from the family yacht that sank off Sicily ’s coast last month during a freak weather incident.

Mr Lynch died alongside his 18-year-old daughter, the boat’s chef and four others , who were onboard the British-flagged superyacht Bayesian to celebrate his recent acquittal after a lengthy decade-long legal battle.

Initial results of examinations of Hannah Lynch’s body on Saturday were inconclusive, the source told the Reuters news agency.

Mike Lynch’s yacht was ‘unsinkable’, says boss of company who built boat

Giovanni Costantino, the chief executive of the Italian Sea Group, said there are no flaws with the design and construction of the Bayesian and it is “one of the safest boats in the world”.

The Bayesian, a 184-ft superyacht carrying 22 passengers and crew, was anchored off the port of Porticello, near Palermo, when it disappeared beneath the waves in a matter of minutes after a freak tornado struck.

“The ship sank because it took on water, from where investigators will have to say,” Mr Costantino told television news programme TG1.

He suggested that the sinking was down to a series of human errors.

The CEO said that had the crew shut all doors and hatches, turned on the engine, lifted the anchor, lowered the keel and turned the yacht to face the wind, they would have suffered “zero damage”.

He added that data showed it took 16 minutes from when the wind began for it to sink.

Cartoisio said the tragedy will be even more painful if the sinking was caused by “behaviours that were not aligned to the responsibilities that everyone needs to take in shipping”.

£4billion deal to purchase Mike Lynch’s Darktrace

Darktrace shares are set to stop trading publicly at the end of September, after the company set a timetable for its blockbuster private equity takeover to be completed.

The private equity group Thoma Bravo struck an almost 5.31 billion dollar (£4.3 billion) deal to buy Darktrace in April.

It marks one of the biggest take-private deals for a London-listed company in recent years, and will see Darktrace leave the FTSE 100 on October 1.

Founded in 2013, Cambridge-based Darktrace is a cybersecurity firm best known for using artificial intelligence to scan for hacks and data leaks inside IT networks.

A prominent company in the UK tech landscape, it was among the firms represented at the AI Safety Summit at Bletchley Park in November, where world leaders and major tech firms met to discuss the potential threat of artificial intelligence.

The update comes after Poppy Gustafsson stepped down as chief executive earlier in September amid the takeover.

Ms Gustafsson, who co-founded the business in 2013, will be replaced as chief executive by Jill Popelka, the company said.

Ms Gustafsson helped to set up the Cambridge-based company in 2013 alongside Autonomy founder Mike Lynch.

Mr Lynch, and his daughter Hannah, were among seven people to die after the Bayesian superyacht sank off the coast of Sicily last month.

Professor fears more deaths by ‘medicanes’ after Bayesian tragedy

Professor Yoav Yair, Dean of the School of Sustainability at Reichman University in Israel, told the Mirror that storms dubbed ‘medicanes’ - Mediterranean hurricanes - could cause similar sinkings like the Bayesian superyacht.

He said: “It is not a matter of if this (the Bayesian disaster) will happen again, but rather it’s when and where.

“In the last couple of years we have seen medicanes - which are a new phenomena. These are hurricane-like storms that pack a lot of energy, and create flash flooding, torrential rains, lightning, hail and severe sustained winds. The 2023 “Daniel” medicane destroyed Libya and caused over 30,000 deaths there.

“The sea surface temperature has risen globally and in the Med as well, charging the atmosphere with increased fluxes of water vapor, which means a higher potential for massive storms.”

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British tech magnate Mike Lynch, 2 US citizens among missing after luxury yacht sinks off Sicily

15 people were rescued and one body believed to be the cook was found near the wreck, but six others were unaccounted for and believed inside the hull, by andrea rosa and nicole winfield | the associated press • published august 19, 2024 • updated on august 19, 2024 at 6:21 pm.

British tech magnate Mike Lynch and five other people were missing after their luxury sailing yacht sank during a freak storm off Sicily early Monday, Italy’s civil protection and authorities said. Lynch’s wife and 14 other people survived.

Lynch, who was  acquitted in June  in a big U.S. fraud trial, was among six people who remain unaccounted for after their chartered sailboat sank off Porticello, when a tornado over the water known as a waterspout struck the area overnight, said Salvo Cocina of Sicily’s civil protection agency.

One body was recovered, and police divers spent the day trying to reach the hull of the ship, which was resting at a depth of 50 meters (163 feet) off Porticello where it had been anchored, rescue authorities said. They returned to the site after 10 p.m. to see if it would be possible to search through the night, when weather conditions were expected to worsen, said Luca Cari, spokesman of the fire rescue service.

It had a crew of 10 people and 12 passengers, the Italian coast guard said. A sudden fierce storm had battered the area overnight, and struck the place precisely where the 56-meter (184-foot) British-flagged Bayesian had been moored.

“They were in the wrong place at the wrong time,” said Cocina, noting that another superyacht nearby wasn't as badly damaged and helped rescue some of the 15 survivors, who included Lynch's wife Angela Bacares.

The Bayesian was notable for its single 75-meter (246-feet) mast — one of the world’s tallest made of aluminum and which was lit up at night, just hours before it sank. Online charter sites listed it for rent for up to 195,000 euros (about $215,000) a week.

One of the survivors, identified as Charlotte Golunski, said she momentarily lost hold of her 1-year-old daughter Sofia in the water, but then managed to hold her up over the waves until a lifeboat inflated and they were both pulled to safety, Italian news agency ANSA reported, quoting the mother. The father, James Emsley, also survived, said Cocina.

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Karsten Borner, the captain of the Sir Robert Baden Powell, said he had noticed the Bayesian nearby during the storm but after it calmed he saw a red flare and realized the ship had simply disappeared, ANSA and the Giornale di Sicilia newspaper reported. Borner said he and a crew member boarded their tender and found a lifeboat with 15 people, some of them injured, who they then took aboard and alerted the coast guard.

Eight of those rescued were hospitalized while the others were taken to a hotel. One body believed to be the cook was found near the wreck, but six others were unaccounted for and believed inside the hull, said Cari, the fire rescue spokesperson. The rescue operations, which were visible from shore, involved helicopters and rescue boats from the coast guard, fire rescue and civil protection service.

#Palermo , naufragio imbarcazione a Porticello: recuperato dai #sommozzatori dei #vigilidelfuoco il corpo senza vita di un uomo, all’esterno del relitto. Proseguono le operazioni di ricerca con il coordinamento in mare della @guardiacostiera [ #19agosto 11:30] pic.twitter.com/Y2m9o5ohCe — Vigili del Fuoco (@vigilidelfuoco) August 19, 2024

Fisherman Francesco Cefalu’ said he had seen a flare from shore at around 4:30 a.m. and immediately set out to the site but by the time he got there, the Bayesian had already sunk, with only cushions, wood and other items from the superyacht floating in the water.

“But for the rest, we didn’t find anyone,” he said from the port hours later. He said that he immediately alerted the coast guard and stayed on site for three hours, but didn't find any survivors. “I think they are inside, all the missing people.”

He said he had been up early to check the weather to see if he could go fishing, and surmised that a sudden waterspout had struck the yacht.

“It could be that the mast broke, or the anchor at the prow pulled it, I don’t know,” he said.

Cocina said the crew and passengers hailed from a variety of countries: In addition to Britain and the United States, passengers and crew were from Antigua, France, Germany, Ireland, Myanmar, the Netherlands, New Zealand and Spain, he said.

Among the dead and missing, four were British, two were American, and one was a man with dual citizenship from Canada and Antigua, according to Luciano Pischedda, the Italian Coast Guard official overseeing the rescue operations.

The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch is deploying a team of four inspectors to Italy to conduct a preliminary assessment. The Foreign Commonwealth and Development office said it was “providing consular support to a number of British nationals and their families.”

Dutch foreign ministry spokesperson Casper Soetekouw said the lone Dutch citizen on board, a man, had been rescued and was not in life-threatening condition.

Lynch, once hailed as Britain’s king of technology, was cleared in June of fraud and conspiracy charges related to Hewlett Packard’s $11 billion takeover of his company, Autonomy Corp.

The not-guilty verdicts followed an 11-week criminal trial in San Francisco that delved into the history of HP’s  2011 acquisition  of Autonomy, a business software firm founded by Lynch.

The  fraud accusations  represented a dramatic turn in the fortunes of an entrepreneur once described as the Bill Gates of Britain — a title he seemed to live up to when he netted an $800 million from the Autonomy sale.

The acquittal vindicated Lynch, who had vehemently denied wrong doing and portrayed HP as a technological train wreck.

“I’m looking forward to returning the UK and getting back to what I love most: my family and innovating in my field,” Lynch said in a statement released after the verdict.

The yacht, built in 2008 by the Italian firm Perini Navi, can accommodate 12 passengers in four double cabins, a triple and the master suite, plus crew accommodations, according to Charter World and Yacht Charters.

The vessel, which previously was named Salute when it flew under a Dutch flag, featured a sleek, minimalist interior of light wood with Japanese accents designed by the French designer Remi Tessier, according to descriptions and photos on the charter sites.

AP writers Danica Kirka and Sylvia Hui contributed from London.

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Orenburg Mennonite Settlement (Orenburg Oblast, Russia)

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• 1.2 Beginning of the Settlement
• 1.3 Administration, Education, Health
• 1.4 World War I and After
• 2 1990 Update
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Introduction.

The province of Orenburg, its capital having the same name, is located on the Ural River in Eastern European Soviet Russia . The region had an area of 47,787 square miles and a population of 1,677,013 after World War II (124,000 square kilometers and a population of 2,179,551 in 2002). The city of Orenburg (renamed Chkalov between 1938 and 1957), established in 1735, is located on the railroad from Samara (Kuibyshev) to Tashkent ; its population was 172,925 after World War II (approx. 548,800 in 2002). The population of the province consists of Russians, Bashkirs, Tatars, and many minority groups including Germans. The capital of Orenburg is a significant trading center between Asiatic and European Russia.

Beginning of the Settlement

In 1892-93 the Mennonites of the Chortitza Mennonite Settlement in the Ukraine sent a commission to the Deyev, landowning Russians, in the province of Orenburg, who had offered some land for sale. Since the commission made the visit during the winter they did not even see the land, which was located some 35-45 miles from the railroad station and about 50 miles from the city of Orenburg. The price per acre was 9 rubles. The land purchased amounted to 67,500 acres, to which 2,700 acres were added later. The purchase was made by the Chortitza Mennonite volost (administration) and the land was distributed among the landless Mennonites of the Chortitza Mennonite Settlement . Each farmer was to have not less than 110 acres and was to be exempt from payment on the land and taxes for two years. One of the Chortitza villages gave each of its families 200 rubles additional aid. The first settlers were already organized into five villages before leaving. They left on four trains from the station of Alexandrovsk (now Zaporizhia ).

The Orenburg settlement is located on the Tchuran, Uran, and Gusicha rivers. At least 25 villages were established. Karl Fast reports that there were 28 before World War II. In 1894-1897 Chortitza, Petrovka, Kantserovka, Kamenka , Deyevka , Nikolayevka, Romanovka, and Feodorovka were established. Starting in 1900 the following additional villages were established: Pretoria, Suvorovka, Dolinovka, Rodnichnoye, Dobrovka , and Kitchkas. All of these were founded by settlers from the Chortitza settlement.

Starting in 1895 the Molotschna Mennonite settlement established the following villages adjacent to the Chortitza Mennonite villages: Kubanka, Klubnikovo , Stepanovka, Aliessovo , Karaguy , Kameshevoye, Chernozernoye, Zelenoye. Additional villages were Zabangul, Lyubimovka, and Pogornoye.

The Orenburg settlement never received an "official" name. Sometimes it was known as the Deyevka Mennonite Settlement and sometimes the Orenburg Mennonite Settlement. After 1917 the settlement was known as Uran Volost.

The first years of the settlement were very difficult. Many of the settlers returned to their mother settlements. Their reports did not raise the reputation of the new settlement. Poverty, long winters, poor soil, remote markets, theft by the surrounding nomadic population, and other factors made the beginning extremely difficult. Crop failures were frequent, but the mother settlement was unable or unwilling to make the necessary loans to give the settlement a good start. The cycle of crop failures was as follows: 1901, 1906, 1911, 1916, and 1921. The worst of all was 1906, when the mother and sister settlements helped by collecting food, clothing, and money for the settlers. Feed for the livestock had to be bought in the vicinity.

In 1907-1908 many of the Orenburg Mennonite settlers joined the Mennonites from the Ukraine in establishing the Slavgorod and Pavlodar settlements in Siberia. Some of the land of those who left the Orenburg settlement was distributed among those who remained.

Gradually the economic life of the settlement became more normal. A number of minor industries were established. About five mills powered by wind and water were operated to grind the necessary flour. One of the better-known water-powered mills was operated by Jacob A. Eckert. The necessary food oil was produced in the mill operated by Johann J. Löwen. In the carpenter and smith shops the necessary furniture and tools were made and repaired. Implement and machinery stores were operated by Jacob Bergen of Klubnikovo and others. Other business enterprises were set up in the villages of Pretoria, Klubnikovo, Dobrovka, and Deyevka. After the Revolution co-operative stores were introduced.

Administration, Education, Health

The administration of the Settlement was the traditional one. Each village had a Schulze , and the Chortitza and Molotschna settlements each had an Oberschulze or Vorsteher. The Chortitza administration was responsible to the Bashkir volost in Akhmerovo, and the Molotschna villages to the Russian Abramov volost. At first the position of the Oberschulze was somewhat unique. He was not only a servant to the villages, but also to the mother settlement in the Ukraine , whose interests he had to represent since the settlement was sponsored by the Chortitza and Molotschna settlements. Later the Orenburg Settlement became more independent. Among the officeholders of the Chortitza villages at Orenburg were Dietrich Lepp, Joseph Friesen, David Froese, Anton Günther, and Isaak Penner. In 1913 under Isaak Penner the Chortitza villages received title of land ownership and thus became independent of the Chortitza Settlement. The officeholders of the Molotschna villages were Bernhard Matthies 1895-99, Abram Fast 1899-1907, and Johann Spenst 1907-17.

After the Revolution the 25 Mennonite villages were organized into an independent volost with its seat in the village of Kitchkas. H. H. Löwen became the secretary and Jacob W. Pries the Oberschulze. The volost was subdivided into smaller districts.

During and after the Russian Revolution of 1917 the Settlement underwent the same changes as other communities. In the immediate vicinity of the settlement the Bashkir and Kirghiz republics were created, the boundary between the two cutting across the Mennonite settlement. Both republics claimed the Mennonite settlement within their boundaries. The controversy between them was settled when the Bashkirs occupied the Mennonite settlement and took it over. The Mennonites were constantly open to exploitation under this arrangement until they were transferred to the Kirghiz Republic. Later developments have been the same as in the rest of Russia .

Other public activities of the settlement were the customary fire insurance, with separate divisions for the Chortitza and Molotschna villages, as well as the Waisenamt (i.e. orphanage office). Medical care was primitive in the early days. The usual midwives and bonesetters ( Knochenarzt ) took care of the basic needs. Among the midwives were Mrs. Jacob Giesbrecht and Mrs. Cornelius Kehler. Johann Braun, who settled in Orenburg in 1902, had some training and experience in the care for the sick and became known as "Dr. Braun." He did much to relieve suffering in the settlements. For a while he was assisted by Dr. Michel from St. Petersburg. After Braun's death in 1911 a Pole by the name of Yunovitch practiced medicine until the outbreak of World War I (1914). In 1922 Dr. Rudolph A. Klassen, under the sponsorship of American Mennonite Relief , served the community until he immigrated to Canada. He was succeeded by Dr. Lassmann. In 1925 the Soviet government opened a hospital in the Mennonite village of Rodnichnoye with Dr. Shostakov in charge.

The settlers established an elementary school in each village. Some of the teachers, e.g., Isaak G. Krahn , David H. Löwen, and Johann B. Mathies, had received a normal teacher's training. The annual salary of a teacher in the early days was 350-650 rubles. Some of the young boys went to the mother settlements for secondary school training. In 1919 twelve of the elementary schools had two rooms.

In 1907 a Zentralschule was established at Pretoria, a secondary school which helped to raise the educational and cultural level of the settlement. One of the outstanding leaders of the school board was P. P. Dyck. Among the teachers of this school were R. A. Riesen, Franz, F. Lehn, Dietrich J. Gossen, P. P. Sawatzky, Fr. F. Froese, P. P. Dyck, D. H. Loewen, D. H. Koslowsky, and F. F. Klassen. In 1918 and 1920 respectively the settlement established additional secondary schools in Deyevka and Klubnikovo . By 1925-26 all the schools were taken over by the Soviet government and administered according to the Marxian philosophy, which is vividly described by Karl Fast.

In 1923 a Bible school was established in Orenburg by an organization of 61 members. Isaak J. Töws was the chairman, Peter Paethkau secretary, and Gerhard Braun treasurer. Jakob Rogalsky was the first teacher and the instruction was given in the home of G. Derksen in Karaguy . During the second year the school had 47 pupils and Jakob Rempel and Peter Koehn were added as teachers. The instruction was given in the home of David Rempel of Kantserovka. During the third year (1925-26) 67 pupils attended the school and the instruction was given in the Mennonite Brethren Church of Kamenka . The pupils came from various other settlements besides Orenburg. The government closed the school in 1927.

World War I and After

During World War I many of the men were drafted for forestry service and hospital work. In many instances the women had to do the work in the home as well as on the farm. In 1915 some six thousand German nationals were interned in the Mennonite and surrounding villages. The novel Das sibirische Tor by Hans Harder deals at length with this incident. After the war most of them returned to Germany . Only a few Mennonite girls married German nationals and went along to Germany .

During and after the Revolution the Orenburg Mennonites suffered severely, although not as much as some of the Mennonites of the Ukraine . Requisitions of property, grain, horses, etc., were common. In 1921 the Settlement experienced a crop failure and starvation set in. In some of the surrounding villages a large percentage of the population perished. The Mennonites organized a relief committee to collect food for distribution among the starving. An attempt was made to take clothing to Siberia in return for food, but it failed. Some help came in 1921 when the American Mennonite Relief reached Orenburg. D. R. Höppner reached Orenburg in March 1922 and supervised the distribution of relief until August 1924. Some fifteen carloads of food supplies were distributed, not only among Mennonites. In addition to this much was done to improve health conditions among the settlers. American clothing was distributed in 1923-24. American Mennonite Relief also established a tractor service to boost agriculture. Thus the crisis of 1921-22 was gradually overcome.

A great problem for the settlement during the Revolution and the years of civil war was the attacks made by the surrounding nomadic population. Some of the young Mennonites organized a Selbstschutz to defend their lives and property, although this action was officially condemned by the churches.

In the early days of the Soviets the Mennonites of Orenburg were permitted to do alternative service, supported by the settlement. In 1920-22 they worked on a large nearby estate. Later exemption from military service became impossible.

After the Revolution, during the NEP period, the Orenburg Mennonite settlement revived its economic and religious life (as is recorded in the pages of Unser Blatt and Der Praktische Landwirt ). The results of the crop failures of 1921-22 and the following years were gradually overcome. In 1925 a co-operative was founded to raise the quality of the seed and livestock of the settlement. The co-operatives, which proved to be a success, established tractor stations, dairying, etc. From 1 January to 1 September, 36 tons of cheese were produced. Great progress was made in agriculture as well as in the cultural and religious activities of the communities. The total population of the Orenburg Mennonite settlement was 5,767 on 1 February 1926. In 1913 the congregations were centered in Deyevka (since 1899) with 1,103 members and 1,615 minor children, in Klubnikovka with 594 souls, and in Karaguy with 286 souls. The last two belonged to the Mennonite Brethren .

During the NEP period the elders of the Mennonite Church and the Mennonite Brethren Church, Heinrich Rempel and Kornelius Vehr, died and were succeeded by Isaak Krahn and David Janz. The relationship between the two churches improved. One writer states, "As never before the children of God are striving toward unity." Bible studies and song festivals were jointly conducted. Plans were under way to construct one large church for use by both groups. Soon the great change came and religious activities were suppressed and survived only in the hearts of individual believers. Rigid collectivization set in.

Some 300 persons migrated to Canada in 1926 under the leadership of Peter P. Dyck. On 9 September 1926 the group left Orenburg in nine freight cars, arrived at Moscow on 15 September, and at Riga on 18 September, and proceeded to Canada.

When the NEP period came to a close in 1928-29 and the new collectivization program was inaugurated many regretted that they had not left Russia. Among the thousands of refugees reaching Moscow in the fall of 1929 there were many from Orenburg. Most of them, however, were returned; some reached Paraguay and Brazil . Many of those remaining in Russia were exiled. Walter Quiring lists nineteen leading settlers, teachers, and ministers who were exiled at this time.

When the German army invaded Russia, the Orenburg Settlement, unlike most of the other Mennonite settlements of European Russia, was not evacuated. This, however, did not mean that the Settlement did not suffer. The exploitation of the settlers during the dark years of the Revolution continued. Again in 1951 the region of the Orenburg Settlement experienced a drought. All religious services were forbidden. In 1951 a letter says, "Religious funeral services cannot be conducted but we are permitted to sing. Nothing is offered to the children" (by way of spiritual life) ( Mennonitische Rundschau , (30 July 1952): 5, 16).

Conditions changed considerably in 1955. Reports reached relatives in America about conversions, religious revivals, and worship services. Not only did the surviving ministers start to preach, but also many of the converted but unordained young men began to conduct meetings and preach. Worship services and Bible study was conducted in the homes and barns of the various villages. It even became permissible to teach some German in the elementary schools. Baptismal services were held. One report stated that 98 persons from eight villages were baptized at one time in the village of Petrovka. Numerous ministers were ordained. The writers were enthusiastic about the privilege of worshiping again.

A letter published in Der Bote (4 January 1956: 7) reported that a group met regularly for worship services and that the congregation was growing. Abram Dyck was the leading minister. Another letter published in the Mennonitische Rundschau (1 February 1956: 6) reported that a group met regularly for worship in the home of Heinrich Unruh at Kubanka and that David Günter was the minister. During the mid-1950s none of the former meetinghouses had been reopened for worship services. In Romanovka the former schoolhouse became a clubhouse and the church was converted into a schoolhouse.

The economic life changed and improved considerably after World War II . All farming was done on a collective basis. One of the letters of 1955 reported that women did not need to work outdoors during the winter. An old couple by the name of Peter Braun was supported by the collective. A letter published in Der Bote (12 October 1956: 8) stated that three men had married Russian women, that they had enough food and clothing, and that they had just received electric lights and radios. The correspondence showed that the young men were drafted into the Russian army. There were no indications that this was not taken for granted. -- Cornelius Krahn

1990 Update

The Mennonites of the Orenburg (Kitchkass) and the old Neu Samara ( Pleshanov ) settlements were not dislodged and permanently relocated as had been the case with most other Mennonites who lived west of the Volga River before World War II. All the farming communities had been collectivized, of course, and sovietization was carried forward in other aspects of community life as well. The churches were all closed in the Stalin era, and the majority of adults and young people had to join the Trud Armia (labor army) during the war.

The repressions of the late 1940s and early 1950s gave way temporarily to a period of recovery and reconstruction after the death of Stalin in 1953. The end of the special regime ( Spetskomandantura ) restrictions for all Germans came two years later. Most of those who left the Orenburg communities during the preceding decade, if they had survived, were able to return to their home villages in this region.

Revivals, which had begun here as early as the late 1940s, were renewed about this time when the arrested church leaders were released. Small groups were able to meet for worship and fellowship once more. There were, however, more arrests in 1958-62. In 1965 those from the Pleshanov region of the former Neu Samara settlements were freed and church life could be organized here once again.

In April 1972, the Donskoi congregation requested registration, but was not granted the privilege until four years later. Construction of a house of worship began immediately, and in the ensuing years this group had become the largest congregation of the area. Daniel Janzen was the Ältester for most of this period. The congregation numbered about 400 members in 1987.

Among the dozen or more older Mennonite villages of this area there were now registered Mennonite Brethren congregations not only in Donskoi, but also in Podolsk and Ischalka, with unregistered groups active in Klinok, Kahan, Kuterlja, Krassikova, Lugovsk , and Totz Koe. The total Mennonite Brethren membership of this area was around 1,000 baptized members in 1987. Some Kirchliche Mennonites lived in these villages also.

Most of the Kirchliche Mennonite congregations in the Orenburg settlements were located in villages once established by Chortitza families from Ukraine . The Ältester of the total body, Diedrich Thiessen, led his own registered congregation at Kitchkass (No. 12) until his emigration to West Germany. This group had about 100 members. Registered congregations were also found in the villages of Chortitza (No. 1), Petrovka (No. 2), Kanzerovka (No. 3), Zhdanovka (earlier Deyevka ) (No. 5), Nikolaevka (No. 6), Fejodorovka (No. 7), Sol-Iletzk (south of Orenburg), and Stepanovka. Unregistered congregations were active in Dolinovka and Pretoria. Seven of these congregations had their own church buildings, and the total membership was around 700 (1987).

A dozen or more Mennonite Brethren congregations were located in these villages also. At least eight of them built new meetinghouses during the 1970s and 1980s. Each congregation had its own Ältester , and the total membership was more than 1,500. Groups were registered in the following locations: Chortitza, Petrovka, Kanzerovka, Kamenka, Zhdanovka, Fejodorovka, Suvorovka, Pretoria, Kubanka, Stepanovka, lisovo, and Susanovo. Hundreds of former Mennonites found their way into nearby Baptist congregations, notably those in the city of Orenburg itself.

During most of the 1980s emigration had not affected the Orenburg communities as it had the Mennonites of western Siberia and Soviet Central Asia , e.g., Kazakhstan and Kirgizia. The whole area was opened to tourists and other travelers, so that east-west exchanges increased significantly during the late 1980s. However, during the late 1980s and the 1990s, the majority of the Mennonite inhabitants of the Settlement immigrated to Germany. -- Lawrence Klippenstein

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Cite This Article

Krahn, Cornelius and Lawrence Klippenstein. "Orenburg Mennonite Settlement (Orenburg Oblast, Russia)." Global Anabaptist Mennonite Encyclopedia Online . 1989. Web. 19 Sep 2024. https://gameo.org/index.php?title=Orenburg_Mennonite_Settlement_(Orenburg_Oblast,_Russia)&oldid=145968 .

Krahn, Cornelius and Lawrence Klippenstein. (1989). Orenburg Mennonite Settlement (Orenburg Oblast, Russia). Global Anabaptist Mennonite Encyclopedia Online . Retrieved 19 September 2024, from https://gameo.org/index.php?title=Orenburg_Mennonite_Settlement_(Orenburg_Oblast,_Russia)&oldid=145968 .

Adapted by permission of Herald Press , Harrisonburg, Virginia, from Mennonite Encyclopedia , Vol. 4, pp. 75-79; vol. 5, pp. 664-665. All rights reserved.

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