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Learn to sail on Sydney Harbour aboard fast, comfortable 40-foot training yachts, guided by highly experienced, RYA-qualified instructors.
As an RYA-accredited sailing school, we offer a clear, structured pathway from complete beginner through to RYA Competent Crew, Day Skipper, and Yachtmaster, building confidence, practical skills, and sound seamanship at every stage.
Choose from weekend and five-day courses, online navigation training, and introductory racing, and take your next step on the water.
Start with a weekend course, or go straight to the 5-day Competent Crew — in Sydney or the Whitsundays (July–August).
Book a Start Yachting Weekend for a structured learn to sail course and experience the thrill of sailing while learning the fundamentals in a fun, hands-on environment. Add two Competent Crew Weekends for a comprehensive introduction to yachting, leading to the internationally recognised RYA Competent Crew certificate.
2 days
A$695.00
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. The RYA Competent Crew course is a hands-on introduction to sailing for beginners.
2 days
A$795.00
This course is your complete introduction to sailing, leading to a Royal Yachting Association (RYA) certificate. Designed for beginners, it builds confidence on the water and develops the skills needed to become an active, capable crew member. By the end of the course, you will be able to steer, handle sails and lines, and assist in all key onboard procedures.
5 days
A$1,995.00
This course, based in the stunning Whitsudnay Islands, provides a comprehensive introduction to yachting and leads to a Royal Yachting Association (RYA) certificate. The course is designed for novice sailors who want to become valuable and active crew members. By the end of the course, you should be able to steer, handle sails and mooring lines, and assist in all boat and sail handling procedures on board.
5 days
A$2,290.00
For beginners, sailors, and boaters seeking a solid foundation in navigation, safety, and seamanship — this self-paced RYA course teaches you to read charts, plan routes, and navigate with confidence. Ideal for sailing holidays and your first step towards becoming a capable skipper.
10-12 hours - Self-paced online
A$320.00
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
Our structured learn-to-sail courses in Sydney take you from your first time on the water to a confident, capable crew member.
Most beginners start with a Start Yachting Weekend or go straight into the RYA Competent Crew course, building practical skills quickly in a supportive, hands-on environment.
From there, you can progress to Day Skipper, develop your navigation knowledge with Essential Navigation and Seamanship, or explore racing and more advanced sailing skills.
Follow a clear pathway — or simply enjoy sailing at your own pace.
Once you’ve completed RYA Competent Crew, you’re ready to join a yacht club or charter crew and start sailing regularly
The next step on the RYA pathway is RYA Day Skipper, often considered the “charter skipper’s licence”. This allows you to apply for the International Certificate of Competence (ICC), often required to charter yachts in Europe.
As a qualified Day Skipper, you’ll be ready to take charge of a yacht with confidence in familiar waters by day.
