Course catalogue

Corporate Yacht Regatta
It is not the ship so much as the skillful sailing that assures the prosperous voyage. Flying Fish corporate regattas begin with a safety briefing followed by some crew training. Then its down to the start line to put your skills into practice against your fellow workers.
4 - hours
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ACMA Marine Radio License (VHF, HF, GMDSS)
This one-day Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) approved course teaches you to use VHF (Short Range) as well as MF and HF (Long Range) radio for distress, urgency, safety, and general calls. The course includes GMDSS and DSC
1 day
$385.00

Adventure Sailing - Hobart to Sydney
Sail the iconic route from Hobart to Sydney in on our impressive, cutter rigged, Sydney to Hobart race yacht Arctos.
10 days
$2,790.00

AS/ISAF Offshore Safety and Sea Survival
This two day course meets the requirements of ISAF, RYA and AS for crew planning to take part in offshore yacht races like the Sydney to Hobart race. The course is also highly recommended for anyone going to sea for any purpose.
2 days
$695.00

AS/ISAF Offshore Safety and Sea Survival Revalidation
This is a re-validation course for those who have completed the full two-day ISAF Offshore Safety and Sea Survival course but whose certificates will soon expire.
1 day
$450.00

Basic Yacht Maintenance
This course provides a grounding in the essential maintenance tasks required to keep a modern cruising yacht on the water.
3 days
$1,295.00

Coastal Skipper Practical
The RYA Coastal Skipper course provides you with the opportunity to develop your seamanship, boat handling and navigation skills offshore by day and night. It is a stepping stone towards the Yachtmaster Certificates of Competence.
5 days
$1,795.00

Competent Crew - 5 days
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to yachting and leads to a Royal Yachting Association (RYA) certificate. The course is designed for novice sailors who would like to become useful and active crew members.
5 days
$1,795.00

Competent Crew - 5 days - Luxury Yacht
Learn to sail in comfort and style on a stunning luxury yacht in a spectacular location. The course is designed for novice sailors who would like to become useful and active crew members.
5 days
$1,995.00

Competent Crew Weekend
Learn to sail in style on fabulous Sydney Harbour. Join a friendly crew on board one of our fast, comfortable 40 foot training yachts and let us show you the ropes.
2 days
$795.00

Day Skipper Fast-track
From beginner to RYA qualified Day Skipper in just four weeks! Gain a package of internationally recognized qualifications and enjoy an inspiring training adventure on Sydney Harbour.
4 weeks
$5,990.00

Day Skipper Practical - 5 days
This is a comprehensive skills development course leading to the RYA Day Skipper Practical certificate. RYA Day Skipper certificate holders are entitled to an International Certificate for Operator of Pleasure Craft (ICC) which is generally required for a yacht charter in Europe.
5 days
$1,795.00

Day Skipper Practical Weekend
Book these two days as a 'stand alone' to brush up your skills or as your first weekend of three if you want the RYA qualification.
2 days
$795.00

Day Skipper Shorebased Theory
A comprehensive introduction to chartwork, navigation, meteorology, safety, and seamanship. Invaluable for learning how to start making responsible decisions on board and becoming a confident skipper.
5 days
$1,395.00

Discover Yachting
Spend a fabulous day sailing on Sydney Harbour aboard one of our comfortable sailing yachts. This is a great way to meet new friends and have fun in the great outdoors.
1 day
$395.00

Essential Navigation and Seamanship - Online
This self paced online course provides a beginner's introduction to the navigation theory and safety knowledge required to go boating safely at sea.
self paced
$350.00

Hamilton Island Race Week
Hamilton Island Race Week is one of Australia’s favourite yachting events. Perfectly situated amongst Queensland's Whitsunday Islands, Hamilton Island offers fabulous trade wind sailing conditions in a tropical paradise.
9 days
$2,790.00

Hamilton Island to Sydney
This is a magnificent voyage and an excellent opportunity for experienced sailors to gain sea miles and offshore qualifying passages, in preparation for assessment for the RYA Yachtmaster Certificate of Competence.
2 weeks
$2,990.00

International Certificate of Competence (ICC)
As a skipper, you must make yourself aware of any qualifications required when visiting another country. In the countries of Europe the ICC will usually prove evidence of competence to the local authority or a charter company.
1 day
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Introduction to Spinnakers and Racing
Learn some tricks of the trade so you can be safe on the race course. Racing with spinnakers is exciting but it also presents new risks. Flying a kite requires the crew to perform a number of tasks in the correct order.
2 days
$695.00