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RYA Coastal Skipper Practical
The RYA Coastal Skipper Practical course is ideal for confident Day Skippers or sailors with equivalent experience looking to take the next step into offshore sailing. This five-day program focuses on advancing seamanship, navigation, and boat handling skills, with an emphasis on operating safely and effectively in more challenging coastal and offshore conditions.
5 days
A$2,295.00
Yachtmaster Practical Skills
Designed for experienced sailors at or above RYA Coastal Skipper level, this intensive practical course develops the advanced boat handling, seamanship, navigation and command skills required for the RYA Yachtmaster Coastal and Offshore Certificate of Competence examinations. Through focused, hands-on training, you'll build the confidence, competence and consistency needed to perform at examination standard.
5 days
A$2,295.00
Yachtmaster Milebuilder and Qualifying Passages
Our Yachtmaster Milebuilders are an ideal way to gain valuable sea miles and complete qualifying passages as you prepare for your RYA Yachtmaster Offshore Certificate of Competence. You'll join a series of extended offshore passages, sailing by day and night as part of a watch system, building real-world experience and confidence at sea.
16 days
A$5,990.00
Yachtmaster Prep and Exam
This intensive five-day course prepares you for the RYA Yachtmaster Offshore or Coastal Certificate of Competence. The first three days focus on practical coaching, skills refinement, and exam preparation with a Flying Fish instructor, followed by a two-day independent practical examination conducted onboard by an authorised RYA Yachtmaster Examiner.
5 days
A$2,295.00
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 blended learning course meets the requirements of World Sailing, RYA, and Australian Sailing for offshore racing and passagemaking. The course includes 6–8 hours of self-paced online learning followed by a 5–6 hour practical training day covering essential sea survival techniques, emergency procedures, and safety equipment use. No prior experience required.
1 day + 6 hours elearning
A$795.00
Marine First Aid
Marine First Aid training designed for people who work and operate on the water. Ideal for boat owners, watersports instructors, yacht skippers and crew, the course develops practical emergency response skills for marine environments and leads to the nationally recognised Statement of Attainment HLTAID011 – Provide First Aid.
1 day + 3-4 hours online
A$395.00
RYA Diesel Engines
Gain the knowledge and confidence to understand, maintain and troubleshoot your yacht's diesel engine. This one-day RYA Diesel Engine course teaches the essential systems, routine maintenance and practical fault-finding skills needed to keep your engine running reliably afloat.
1 day
A$395.00
Introduction to Spinnakers and Racing
Develop the skills and confidence to race yachts with symmetrical spinnakers. Over two practical days you'll learn how to rig, hoist, trim, gybe and recover a spinnaker safely while improving your boat handling, teamwork and sail trim.
2 days
A$895.00
Professional Practices and Responsibilities (PPR)
Professional Practices and Responsibilities (PPR) is a compulsory online course for qualified RYA Yachtmasters who require a Commercial Endorsement.
1 day
A$195.00
RYA Powerboat Level 2
Train on Sydney Harbour and gain the practical skills to drive powerboats safely and confidently. The RYA Powerboat Level 2 course is the industry-standard qualification for professional yacht crew, watersports instructors and marine tourism operators. Learn boat handling, close-quarters manoeuvring, high-speed driving and safety techniques on rigid inflatable boats, and earn an internationally recognised certificate with commercial endorsement options.
2 days
A$795.00
RYA Yachtmaster Ocean Shorebased Theory
The RYA Yachtmaster Ocean Shore-based week teaches you ocean passage planning and celestial navigation, including the use of a sextant. You will leave the course confident that you have the knowledge and skills required to navigate an ocean passage using traditional methods.
6 days classroom
A$2,295.00
Yachtmaster Ocean Theory & Qualifying Passage
Prepare for the prestigious RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Ocean Certificate of Competence through a unique combination of RYA Yachtmaster Ocean Theory and an unforgettable Pacific ocean qualifying passage to Lord Howe Island.
4 weeks
A$9,990.00
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
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
A$2,790.00
AS/ISAF Offshore Safety and Sea Survival
This blended learning course meets the requirements of World Sailing, RYA, and Australian Sailing for offshore racing and passagemaking. The course includes 6–8 hours of self-paced online learning followed by a 5–6 hour practical training day covering essential sea survival techniques, emergency procedures, and safety equipment use. No prior experience required.
1 day + 6 hours elearning
A$795.00
Essential Yacht Maintenance
Learn the essential maintenance skills needed to keep a modern cruising yacht safe and reliable. This practical three-day course for boat owners and skippers covers diesel engines, marine electrics, winches, rigging checks, and preventative maintenance, and includes online pre-learning in marine electrics before the course begins.
3 days + 6 hours online
A$1,695.00
Hamilton Island Race Week
Hamilton Island Race Week – A Flying Fish Favourite! Set in the stunning Whitsunday Islands, this premier event offers fantastic trade wind sailing in a tropical paradise. A Flying Fish flagship event, so book early to secure your crew spot and join the fun!
9 days
A$3,790.00
Introduction to Spinnakers and Racing
Develop the skills and confidence to race yachts with symmetrical spinnakers. Over two practical days you'll learn how to rig, hoist, trim, gybe and recover a spinnaker safely while improving your boat handling, teamwork and sail trim.
2 days
A$895.00
Marine First Aid
Marine First Aid training designed for people who work and operate on the water. Ideal for boat owners, watersports instructors, yacht skippers and crew, the course develops practical emergency response skills for marine environments and leads to the nationally recognised Statement of Attainment HLTAID011 – Provide First Aid.
1 day + 3-4 hours online
A$395.00
