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RYA Day Skipper Practical - 5 days
This comprehensive skills development course leads 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 European yacht charter.
5 days
A$1,995.00
RYA 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
A$795.00
RYA Day Skipper/Watchleader Theory
The RYA Dayskipper shore-based course provides a comprehensive introduction to chartwork, navigation, meteorology, safety, and seamanship and provides the underpinning theory knowledge essential for recreational skippers. It will help you make informed decisions on the water and feel confident about being in charge.
5 days
A$1,395.00
RYA Diesel Engines
This course gives you an overall awareness of the central systems of a marine diesel engine. We teach you how to take simple measures to prevent mechanical breakdown at sea and rectify defects that do not require workshop support.
1 day
A$395.00
RYA Powerboat Level 2
This course provides intensive training in the practical skills and theoretical knowledge the small boat driver needs. You will learn to drive our rigid inflatable rescue craft.
2 days
A$695.00
Start Yachting Weekend
Book a Start Yachting Weekend for a structured learn to sail course. Add two live-aboard Competent Crew Weekends for a comprehensive introduction to yachting, leading to the RYA Competent Crew certificate.
2 days
A$695.00
Sydney Harbour Regatta
The Sydney Harbour Regatta is Australia's premier inshore yacht racing event. The exhilarating race programme on the water is matched only by the fantastic 'après sail' social scene at Middle Harbour Yacht Club.
2 days
A$695.00
Sydney to Hobart Campaign
The world-famous 628-mile Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race is renowned for being the Everest of amateur yacht racing. Each year, around 130 yachts come together to do battle with the competition and with the elements. Completing a Sydney to Hobart race ticks a big box on your sailing resume.
16 days
A$12,990.00
Sydney to the Whitsunday Islands
This magnificent one thousand-mile sailing adventure is definitely a Flying Fish favourite. It provides an excellent opportunity for competent sailors to gain sea miles, offshore experience, and qualifying passages, in preparation for the RYA Yachtmaster Certificate of Competence assessment.
16 days
A$3,990.00
Try Yachting
Experience the magic of sailing on Sydney Harbour on one of our comfortable yachts. This short lesson introduces you to the exciting sport of sailing in a safe and controlled way.
3 hours
A$199.00
Whitsunday Islands 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
A$3,990.00
Whitsundays Sailing Adventure Week
Join our Whitsundays Sailing Adventure course and learn to sail or refresh your skills in one of the world's most stunning sailing locations. Escape the winter chills and enjoy a memorable week sailing in paradise with us. Learn as much as you want from our friendly instructor or relax as hard as you like!
5 days
A$2,295.00
Yachtmaster Offshore Fast Track
The Flying Fish Yachtmaster Offshore Fast Track in Sydney takes you from novice sailor to the RYA Yachtmaster Certificate of Competence.
12 weeks
A$18,990.00
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
A$395.00
AS/ISAF Offshore Safety and Sea Survival
This two-day course meets the requirements of World Sailing (formerly ISAF), RYA and AS for crew planning to take part in offshore yacht races like the Sydney to Hobart race. The course is also highly recommended for anyone going to sea for any purpose.
2 days
A$795.00
AS/ISAF Offshore Safety and Sea Survival Revalidation
This is a re-validation course for those who have completed the two-day AS/World Sailing Offshore Safety and Sea Survival course but whose certificates will soon expire.
1 day
A$495.00
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
A$1,495.00
Day Skipper to Yachtmaster Fast Track
Dayskipper to Yachtmaster Fast-track is designed for confident sailors who have completed RYA Day Skipper or have previous experience as skipper in sheltered waters. It provides an efficient pathway to the Yachtmaster Offshore certificate.
8 weeks
A$12,990.00
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
A$895.00
Marine First Aid
This course has been specifically designed for those working in the marine environment and is ideal for boat owners, watersports instructors, yacht skippers, and crew. The course leads to an internationally recognised first aid qualification.
1 day
A$395.00
