Sailing Schools in Japan
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Aoki Yacht School
Osaka, Japan
Aoki Yacht School is conveniently located by Osaka Bay, offering a range of sailing courses designed to help students earn internationally recognized ASA certifications. The school also holds government certification for boat licenses in Japan, providing in-house training and exams for Class 1 and Class 2 licenses. Classes for Japan’s boat licensing are available in both Tokyo and Osaka, making it accessible for those looking to get their official certification without the need for separate government tests.
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Guangzhou Nansha Marina
Guangdong Province, China
Nansha Marina is situated in the heart of the Pearl River Delta, conveniently close to Guangzhou, Hong Kong, and Macau. As the largest marina in Southern China, it offers a comprehensive range of high-quality facilities and services, providing an ideal environment for sailing training. The marina features a variety of vessels, including an 82-foot luxury yacht, sailing boats, fishing boats, and workboats, making it a versatile location for sailing enthusiasts. The instructors are experienced professionals, with one being a China National level 1 referee and ASA certified Coastal Navigation Instructor, who are passionate about sharing their love of sailing and making learning enjoyable for everyone.

Dawn Light Ocean Sailing School
Taiwan, Taiwan
Dawn Light Ocean Sailing School is situated at Wushi Harbour in Toucheng, Yilan County, Taiwan, with convenient transportation options. The school attracts visitors during weekends and holidays who come to surf and try paragliding. It operates a well-known French Jeanneau OS 33i as its training boat, primarily serving ASA courses around the Turtle Island area from April to November. During the off-season from November to March, students focus on mileage building by sailing along Taiwan’s east coast, around the south of the island, and to Tainan. The school aims to help students build a pleasant, meaningful, and confident sailing lifestyle by offering comprehensive training courses that cover sailing knowledge and skills, enabling safe and independent sailing. They use American Sailing Association materials and certification systems, including the ASA 104 Bareboat Cruising certification, which grants an international proficiency certificate allowing students to charter boats in Europe and the Mediterranean. The school also supports students in organizing practical bareboat chartering trips abroad to gain real-world sailing experience.

Asia Pacific Yachting Ltd
Hong Kong, Aberdeen
At Asia Pacific Yachting, we offer RYA sailing courses right here in Hong Kong, suitable for those looking to get started with Competent Crew or advance to Day Skipper. We aim to provide a welcoming environment for you to learn practical sailing skills. Exploring Hong Kong's waters by sail is a unique experience, and we're here to help you embark on that journey.

Qingdao T&Z Yacht Club
Qingdao, China
Located in the Qingdao Olympic Sailing Center, Qingdao T&Z Yacht Club has been serving the sailing community since 2016. The club offers a variety of services including boat sales, management, training, racing events, and insurance, making it a comprehensive hub for boating enthusiasts. Their team features ASA certified instructors and professional sailors with achievements in national competitions, providing high-quality instruction across a range of courses from beginner to advanced levels. The club also acts as a dealer for well-known brands like Beneteau, Azuree, and J/Boats, with a fleet that includes models from these respected manufacturers.

Dalian Sailing Club
Liaoning, China
Dalian Sailing Club has been a pioneer in the northeast of China since its establishment in 2008. Located on the Bohai Sea, the club is recognized as the region’s first professional sailing training institution and the only youth sailing program authorized by the China Sailing Association. With a team of experienced coaches and officers holding international sailing licenses, the club offers a range of training and summer camps aimed at promoting sailing skills and fostering a vibrant sailing community. Since launching its first youth OP sailboat summer camp in 2012, the club has continued to develop programs such as monthly sailing races and team-building activities to enrich members’ sailing experience and encourage engagement across all age groups.

Hong Kong Catamaran Club Ltd.
Wanchai, Hong Kong
The Hong Kong Catamaran Club is located in Wanchai, at the Hong Kong Catamaran Club Ltd., Rm 1703, 109 Gloucester Rd. This sailing school has been around since 2008 and was the first in Hong Kong to become an ASA affiliate. They offer a variety of sailing courses throughout the year, taking advantage of Hong Kong’s mild weather and sandy beaches. The school has trained over 20 instructors and nearly 800 students from different parts of the world, ranging in age from 13 to 75. Courses are conducted in English, Cantonese, or Mandarin and include both theoretical and practical sailing components in Hong Kong’s South Waters.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are currently 1 school in Japan. Each of these schools is a certified training center, meeting rigorous international standards for safety, equipment, and instructor expertise.
Yes, there are RYA-certified sailing schools in Japan. RYA (Royal Yachting Association) certifications are internationally recognized and often required by yacht charter companies as proof of competence.
Yes, there are ASA-affiliated schools in Japan offering a range of sailing certifications. ASA (American Sailing Association) courses follow a proven curriculum designed to take you from a complete beginner to a confident coastal cruiser.
In Japan, major certifications are available. These programs provide a structured learning path, allowing you to build your skills progressively and earn licenses that are valid for international bareboat charters.
Yes, several schools in Japan offer Competent Crew and Day Skipper courses. Competent Crew is the ideal starting point for beginners to learn the basics of life on board, while Day Skipper is the first step toward taking command of your own vessel.
