Sailing Schools in the Mediterranean

Zephyr Training

Antibes, France

Learn to sail in the beautiful setting of Antibes on the French Riviera with Zephyr Training. We offer RYA courses such as Competent Crew and Day Skipper, allowing you to gain skills and confidence in these renowned Mediterranean waters. Our aim is to provide a professional and enjoyable learning environment.

Ionian Mode

Lefkada, Greece

Ionian Mode, located in the idyllic Sivota Bay on Lefkada Island, Greece, offers a unique sailing experience in the heart of the Ionian Sea. Specializing in RYA-certified courses, the school caters to all skill levels, providing expert instruction in small, personalized groups. With a focus on safety, enjoyment, and exploring the stunning Greek coastline, Ionian Mode combines high-quality sailing education with the opportunity to discover some of the most beautiful and peaceful sailing waters in the Mediterranean. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced sailor, Ionian Mode offers the perfect environment for learning and adventure.

White Wake Sailing Croatia

Primošten, Croatia

White Wake Sailing Croatia offers the full range of RYA courses—from beginner-level Competent Crew to advanced Yachtmaster certifications—all taught in a relaxed, no-pressure environment. Whether you're completely new to sailing or looking to level up your skills, there's a course to match your experience and goals. Training takes place on the water in one of Europe’s most beautiful sailing regions, with theory courses available either online or at our shorebased center in Milan. After a day of hands-on learning, there’s often time to anchor in a quiet bay, swim in the clear Adriatic, and wind down with a drink under the stars.

Top Sail Italy

Cannigione, Italy

Explore the stunning waters of Sardinia with Top Sail Italy, offering RYA courses from Cannigione. Whether you are looking to get started with Competent Crew or build your skills with a Day Skipper course, we provide training in one of the Mediterranean's most beautiful sailing areas. Our goal is to offer a memorable and effective learning experience.

NYS Sailing School - Kastela

Grad Kaštela, Croatia

The best time to sail around Split, Croatia is the summer months of June - August. These are the warmest months of the year with average temperatures around 30C / 86F.

Aegeas Yachting

Palio, Greece

Aegeas Yachting, based in Kavala, northern Greece, is a family-run business that has been sharing the love of sailing since 1988. As an RYA-recognized training center, they offer a comprehensive range of sailing and power courses, as well as shore-based training programs, catering to both beginners and experienced sailors. In addition to training, Aegeas Yachting provides yacht charter services, enabling clients to explore the magic of the Greek seas. While their home base is in Kavala, they also offer charters from various destinations across Greece, giving sailors the freedom to set sail wherever their heart desires.

Venice4Sea

Venice, Italy

Experience a unique way to learn sailing with Venice4Sea, right here in the historic city of Venice. We offer RYA courses such as Competent Crew and Day Skipper, allowing you to develop your skills in the Venetian Lagoon and nearby Adriatic waters. It is a truly memorable setting for your sailing education.

Corfu Sea School

Corfu, Greece

Corfu Sea School, established in 2001 by Steve Hills, is the longest-standing Royal Yachting Association (RYA) approved training center in Greece. Located on the picturesque island of Corfu, the school offers a comprehensive range of RYA courses year-round, including Competent Crew, Day Skipper, Coastal Skipper, Yachtmaster®, powerboat, motor cruising, and associated shore-based courses. As a family-run business, Corfu Sea School prides itself on delivering relaxed yet effective tuition in all aspects of boating, utilizing modern, fully equipped yachts and powerboats that meet stringent safety standards. Their commitment to quality instruction has made them a preferred choice for individuals seeking to enhance their sailing skills in the beautiful Ionian Sea.

Sailing Life Academy

Marmaris, Turkey

Here at Sailing Life Academy in Marmaris, we offer RYA courses for everyone wanting to get out on the water, from Competent Crew to Day Skipper. Our base at Setur Netsel Marina is perfectly positioned for you to learn and explore Turkey's beautiful Mediterranean coast. We focus on practical, hands on training in a friendly atmosphere.

Sailor Suit Yachting Academy

Athens, Greece

​Sailor Suit Yachting Academy, located at Alimos Marina in Athens, Greece, is an RYA-recognized training center offering a comprehensive range of practical and theoretical sailing courses tailored to all experience levels. Students can progress from beginner to advanced certifications, including the RYA Competent Crew and RYA Day Skipper courses. The academy provides exclusively private cabins or private sailing aboard their training vessels, with the unique opportunity to complete courses aboard a spacious catamaran. With a team of experienced RYA instructors and annual inspections to ensure high standards, Sailor Suit Yachting Academy combines professional instruction with the rich maritime heritage of the Greek islands.

Agana Sailing School (Sunsail)

Marina, Croatia

The prime sailing window around Split runs from late spring to early autumn, when the steady afternoon Maestral delivers reliable breezes and the Adriatic is warm; seasoned crews often pick May–June or September to enjoy those ideal conditions without the peak-season crowds.

Neilson Vounaki Beachclub Marina

Vónitsa, Greece

At Neilson Vounaki Beachclub, we offer a fantastic sailing experience from our marina in Paleros, with RYA courses available for all skill levels. Whether you are just starting out or looking to advance your sailing, our team provides expert instruction right here in the beautiful Ionian Sea. It is a wonderful place to learn, with great equipment and a welcoming atmosphere.

Miceli Vela

Porto Santo Stefano, Italy

Join Miceli Vela in the beautiful setting of Porto Santo Stefano to begin or continue your sailing journey with our RYA courses. We offer programs like Competent Crew and Day Skipper, giving you the chance to learn in the stunning waters of the Argentario peninsula. Our aim is to provide a welcoming and effective learning experience.

Sailing Holidays Training

Gouvia, Greece

Sailing Holidays Training, based at Gouvia Marina in Corfu, Greece, is a recognized RYA Training Centre offering practical sailing instruction in a relaxed and supportive environment. With a focus on hands-on learning aboard live-aboard yachts, their courses cater to all levels, from beginners to aspiring skippers. Set in the stunning Ionian Sea, the school combines expert tuition with the beauty and charm of Greek island sailing, making it an ideal setting to gain confidence and skills on the water.

Julio Verne Nautica

Baiona, Spain

At Julio Verne Náutica, the only RYA centre on Spain's Atlantic Coast, we offer expert instruction from our base in Baiona, within the Monte Real Club de Yates. Our experienced instructors are passionate about sharing their knowledge of these waters. We provide a range of RYA courses designed to build your skills and confidence in the unique Rías Baixas region.

Seven Seas School Of Yachting

Athens, Greece

Seven Seas School of Yachting, located in Athens, Greece, is an RYA-recognized training center offering a comprehensive range of courses in sailing, motor cruising, and powerboating for all experience levels, from beginners to aspiring Yachtmaster Ocean candidates. Their experienced instructors focus on delivering meaningful training that emphasizes safety and enjoyment on the water. Courses are available year-round, providing flexibility for students to develop their skills in the scenic waters of the Mediterranean.

Seafarer Training Croatia

Split, Croatia

Yacht Sail Training

Milna, Croatia

Sailing School Malta

Gżira, Malta