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A Flying Fish Yachtmaster Fast Track course is a professional sailing programme packed with hands-on training, real-world experience, and adventure on the water.
Our structured mix of practical and theory training follows a balanced schedule designed to take you from novice to a confident, qualified RYA Yachtmaster in a matter of weeks.
Choose from Yachtmaster Coastal, Offshore, or Ocean Fast Track programmes depending on the level of qualification you want to achieve.
We also offer a shorter Day Skipper to Yachtmaster Fast Track pathway for more experienced sailors.
For sailors looking to broaden their qualifications even further, we run a combined Yachtmaster / Dinghy Sailing Instructor programme in Australia.
In addition, custom and bespoke pathways are available for those with previous experience or for anyone who prefers to spread their training over a longer period.
Become an RYA Dinghy Sailing Instructor and RYA Yachtmaster Coastal (or Offshore with suitable prior experience) in just 12 weeks. This intensive Sydney-based programme takes you from beginner to professional, combining high-quality training, hands-on sailing, and instructor certification. Ideal for gap-year adventurers and anyone seeking a fast-track route to global jobs in the yachting and watersports industry.
12 weeks
A$17,890.00
The Yachtmaster Ocean Fast Track in Sydney begins with comprehensive training for your RYA Yachtmaster Offshore Certificate and AMSA Sailing Master Offshore. You then, you go on to learn celestial navigation and complete an ocean-qualifying passage in preparation for the RYA Yachtmaster Ocean oral exam.
16 weeks
A$28,990.00
This dynamic and comprehensive vocational program combines practical on-water training with theoretical shore-based instruction and leads to the internationally recognized RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Offshore Certificate of Competence and AMSA Sailing Master Offshore certification. These globally respected qualifications provide graduates with the essential credentials for a professional yachting career, opening doors to employment opportunities in Australia, the UK, Europe, and the Caribbean.
12 weeks
A$19,990.00
The Yachtmaster Coastal Fast-Track in Sydney is a 9-week program that takes you from novice to the RYA Yachtmaster Coastal Certificate of Competence. Train with expert instructors, sail iconic Sydney Harbour and gain hands-on experience on a well-equipped fleet. A perfect blend of adventure and professional training!
9 weeks
A$15,590.00
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 RYA /MCA Yachtmaster Offshore Certificate of Competence and the AMSA Sailing Master Offshore Certifcate
9 weeks
A$14,990.00
This internship offers seasoned watersports instructors an unparalleled chance to embark on a comprehensive two-year work-study journey, culminating in certifications as a Yachtmaster Offshore and RYA Cruising Instructor. Set in an idyllic location, this program promises an enriching, career-enhancing experience in an inspiring environment. It is also a highly cost effective way of training.
2 years
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Flying Fish Sailing is based in Middle Harbour, one of the most picturesque and protected parts of Sydney’s world famous harbour.
Port Jackson, which includes Sydney Harbour, Middle Harbour and North Harbour covers an area of 55 km² and is the largest natural deep-water harbour in the world. Sydney is also ranked by TripAdvisor as the world’s most beautiful harbour.
With countless bays, islands and inlets to explore, plus iconic landmarks like the Harbour Bridge and Opera House, it’s the perfect training environment for aspiring Yachtmasters. The habour is also rich in marine life, with over 613 species identified so far.
Thanks to an average summer daytime temperature of 25 °C degrees and superb year round sailing conditions, Sydney Harbour is one of the best places on the planet to learn, sail and train for your RYA Yachtmaster qualification. We certainly think so!
Flying Fish pioneered Yachtmaster Fast-Track training in the UK in 1993 and in 1996 we delivered our first Fast Track course in Australia.
Since then, we have grown into a leading professional training academy, offering innovative RYA programmes that are well respected throughout the sailing industry.
Each year we review and refine our courses based on student feedback and evolving best practice. We believe we’ve developed one of the most effective pathways to professional RYA Yachtmaster and AMSA Sailing Master certification in Australia.
Join us for an inspiring training adventure in one of the world’s most stunning sailing locations.
Flying Fish employs a team of experienced and highly qualified RYA instructors, many of whom trained with Flying Fish themselves
All of our instructors hold RYA Cruising Instructor or RYA Yachtmaster Instructor certifications. We also have qualified RYA Yachtmaster Ocean Instructors, Yachtmaster Examiners, Instructor Trainers, and Senior Dinghy, Powerboat, and Windsurfing Instructors on our team.
Our guiding principle is to provide friendly, professional instruction, with the understanding that every expert was once a beginner.
We operate a fleet of excellent training yachts, supported by RIB rescue craft, and a small fleet of dinghies, windsurfers, and paddleboards.
Sunshine, team spirit, adventure, and great job satisfaction- that’s everyday life after Flying Fish.
Whatever your age or experience, the global yachting industry offeres exciting career opportunities for qualified RYA Yachtmasters.
Working on yachts and superyachts opens the doors to travel, excellent pay, and long term job satisfaction.
Whether you’re inteested in charter work or progressing to officer roles on large superyachts, the right training and support are crucial to launching a successful career.
Flying Fish is an industry leader and has been helping students start yachting careers for over 25 years.
Our Fish graduate network is extensive, and past students now work all over the world on sailing yachts, motor yachts and superyachts.
We recommend our interstate and international Fast Track students stay nearby in Manly.
We love Manly and our students have always stayed here and had a fabulous time.
Manly has amazing beaches on its doorstep, access to the City via ferry and is a short bus ride from our training centre at Middle Harbour Yacht Club.
We offer comfortably furnished crew apartments a stone’s throw from Manly ocean beach for those of you needing accommodation.
Alternatively there are plenty of good options for you to book your own.
