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Marina Sailing – Long Beach
Long Beach, California, United States
Marina Sailing is one of Southern California’s oldest and most established sailing charter and instruction companies. Since opening in 1962, they have grown to encompass six locations along the coast, offering a diverse fleet of boats ranging from 22 to 50 feet, including monohulls, catamarans, and powerboats. The school provides a variety of ASA courses, with the Complete Sailing Course being particularly popular, covering ASA 101 and 103 certifications and offering flexible scheduling with lessons available every weekend year-round. Their latest offering, the Ultimate Sailing Course, is a five-day live-aboard experience that includes ASA 101, 103, and 104 certifications, with voyages to Catalina Island or the Channel Islands. For seasoned sailors, there are advanced courses and a beautiful fleet available for chartering.

Captain Stefan Yacht Charters & Sailing School
St Petersburg, Florida, United States
Captain Stefan offers private sailing lessons for both beginners and experienced sailors. Based in St. Petersburg, Florida, he provides affordable day trips and overnight charters exploring the local waters and marinas around Tampa Bay and Egmont Key. His laid-back coaching style aims to boost confidence and sailing skills while keeping the experience enjoyable. Operating out of the Harborage Marina, which offers protection from Tampa Bay, Captain Stefan takes advantage of the consistent winds and predictable weather, with options to venture offshore when conditions allow. With over 30 years of experience in yacht delivery, racing, and cruising, he sails a versatile Beneteau Oceanis 373 equipped with many features that offer a comprehensive sailing experience.

Starboard Sailing of the Chesapeake LLC
Middle River, Maryland, United States
Starboard Sailing is located just north of Baltimore on the Middle River, offering a peaceful and protected setting ideal for both beginners and experienced sailors. The school's fleet consists of cruising sailboats similar to those used worldwide, featuring large, stable cockpits and comfortable cabins. Fully equipped with wheel steering, inboard diesel engines, and electronics, these boats are well maintained to ensure a safe and enjoyable sailing experience. The calm waters of Middle River provide a perfect environment for learning, while just a short sail away lies the Chesapeake Bay for practicing more advanced skills.

Newport Beach Sailing School
Newport Beach, California, United States
The Newport Beach Sailing School is located in the scenic coastal city of Newport Beach, California. Situated at 201 East Coast Hwy, the school offers a prime spot for learning to sail with year-round pleasant weather and beautiful ocean views. The school specializes in private and semi-private sailing lessons off the Southern California coast, providing personalized instruction tailored to each student’s schedule. Their fleet features modern, well-maintained sailboats built from 2005 onward, equipped with the latest design, electronics, and instrumentation for an optimal learning experience.

Liberty Sailing School of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Since 1993, Liberty Sailing School of Philadelphia has been introducing people to the joys of sailing. Located along the historic Delaware River waterfront in Center City, the school offers courses that emphasize hands-on experience with plenty of time on the water. Their boats are based at the Philadelphia Marine Center near the Benjamin Franklin Bridge, with classrooms just a block away at the Liberty Sailing Club facility. The school’s team of US Coast Guard Licensed Captains and American Sailing Association certified instructors are dedicated to ensuring students have a rewarding and enjoyable learning experience. Owned by Captain Steven E. Mink, a seasoned sailor with over 40 years of offshore sailing experience, the school provides a range of courses from beginner to advanced, including specialized programs like Caribbean ASA 104/114 and coastal navigation courses.

Sail Away - Key West
Key West, Florida, United States
Sail Away Key West Catamaran Sales and Charters is situated in an award-winning resort and marina in Key West, Florida. The school offers a variety of catamaran makes and models for ASA training courses, with vessels ranging from 38 to 48 feet and configurations suitable for different group sizes. Students can enjoy customized live-aboard sailing courses in the Bahamas, Key West, or Chesapeake Bay, led by ASA Certified Instructors who are also US Coast Guard Licensed. The location provides easy access to stunning waters, coral reefs, and uninhabited islands, making it an ideal spot for both learning and exploring.

Newport Sailing School and Tours
Newport, Rhode Island, United States
Nestled in Newport, Rhode Island, Newport Sailing School and Tours offers a relaxed way to experience the city’s scenic waterfront and historic charm. Guests can enjoy daily sailing cruises around Newport harbor and Narragansett Bay, passing by seaside estates, lighthouses, Fort Adams, and the yachts of both everyday sailors and the rich and famous. Whether sailing with a group or on a private charter, visitors have the opportunity to help out as crew or simply sit back and take in the beautiful scenery while under sail. With over 50 years of experience, the school provides a welcoming environment for both learning the art of sailing and simply enjoying a day on the water.

Windward Sailing School
Amelia Island, Florida, United States
Windward Sailing has been serving sailors since 1997, offering a range of courses and certifications. Located in Amelia Island, Florida, their sailing area provides both inshore and offshore deep water sailing with quick access to the Atlantic Ocean. The boats are docked on the Intracoastal Waterway, allowing students to sail directly from the dock and experience a variety of challenging currents and pristine waters. With favorable winds throughout the year, the school offers a mix of conditions ideal for building sailing skills. They provide competitive combo courses, standard ASA classes, as well as bareboat and captained charters, and private lessons. The school has earned recognition as an ASA Outstanding School four times, and several of their instructors have been honored as ASA Outstanding Instructors.

Global Sailing Academy Turkey
Marmaris, Turkey
At Global Sailing Academy Turkey, we're pleased to offer RYA training from the tranquil setting of Karacasöğüt Bay, close to Marmaris. We provide a full range of courses, including Competent Crew and Day Skipper, focusing on a hands on approach to learning. The picturesque Turkish Mediterranean coast here is a wonderful place to build your sailing confidence and explore beautiful waters.

Seedmarine Sailing School
Keelung City, Taiwan
Seedmarine Sailing School is situated at the Badouzi fishing port in Keelung, in the northern part of Taiwan. The school is dedicated to offering yacht sailing training and promoting marine activities, with professional instructors guiding students through relaxing sailing and cruising experiences. They also provide services such as yacht purchasing brokerage, boat registration, berthing arrangements, boat management, and planning ocean parties, ensuring a well-rounded sailing adventure.

Topmast Maritime Training
Kingston, Canada
Welcome to Topmast Maritime Training in Kingston, Ontario, one of the few RYA Training Centres in North America. Led by Fintan Harnett, with over 20 years of experience, we offer the full RYA pathway from beginner courses to Yachtmaster Ocean. You'll learn amidst the beautiful 1000 Islands and St. Lawrence River, considered Ontario's finest cruising area.

Griffin Bay Adventures
Friday Harbor, Washington, United States
Nestled on San Juan Island, Griffin Bay Adventures offers a scenic setting in one of the most beautiful archipelagos in the United States. The school provides tailored sailing and powerboat courses, ranging from basic certifications to advanced coastal sailing and ocean crossing adventures. Their team of experienced mariners, including racers, delivery captains, and cruisers, lead students through hands-on training aboard a variety of well-equipped vessels, fostering skills and confidence on the water.

Tasman Adventures
Hobart, Australia
Based at the Royal Yacht Club of Tasmania in Hobart, our courses utilize the broad expanse of the River Derwent, which opens into Storm Bay, offering a diverse and sometimes challenging environment ideal for comprehensive RYA training. The stunning Tasmanian scenery provides a memorable backdrop for developing your sailing abilities.

Club Yachting
Las Galletas, Canary Islands
Join us at Club Yachting in Tenerife, where we offer RYA courses for all abilities, from Competent Crew through to Day Skipper. Our location at Marina del Sur in Playa Las Galletas provides a fantastic setting against Tenerife's unique volcanic coastline, perfect for learning to sail in the Atlantic. We aim to combine quality, hands on instruction with memorable sailing experiences.

Horizon Sailing School
Tortola, British Virgin Islands
Horizon Sailing School is located at Nanny Cay Marina in Tortola, within the British Virgin Islands. It offers a relaxed and scenic setting for learning to sail, with courses suitable for all levels of experience. The school provides ASA-certified instruction aboard high-quality yachts, allowing students to enjoy the stunning Caribbean waters while gaining the skills and confidence to sail independently. Students can explore nearby islands, beaches, and local spots as part of their sailing journey, making for a memorable and educational vacation.

Glencoe Outdoor Centre
Highland, United Kingdom
At Glencoe Outdoor Centre, you can experience the thrill of sailing amidst some of Scotland's most dramatic scenery. We offer RYA courses, including options for Competent Crew and Day Skipper, allowing you to learn practical skills on the sea lochs around Glencoe and Ballachulish. It's a truly inspiring place to connect with the water.

Barefoot Offshore Sailing School (BOSS)
Kingstown, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Barefoot Offshore Sailing School (B.O.S.S.) has been a prominent presence in the southeastern Caribbean for over 20 years, making it one of the most established ASA sailing schools in the region. Located in the beautiful waters of St Vincent & The Grenadines, it offers a variety of hands-on, live-aboard courses on both catamarans and monohulls throughout the year. The school benefits from its founders' deep local knowledge and experience, providing students with an authentic sailing experience amid stunning island scenery. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced sailor seeking certification or offshore adventures, B.O.S.S. offers options like ocean crossings, offshore passages, ASA flotillas, singlehanded sailing, and safety at sea mentoring, all designed to enhance sailing skills in a relaxed Caribbean setting.

Sail & Surf Adventures
Weems, Virginia, United States
Sail & Surf Adventures is located at Carters Cove Marina in Weems, Virginia, nestled in the scenic Northern Neck. The school offers a welcoming environment with well-maintained facilities and a focus on personalized instruction. Students can choose to learn aboard the classic Columbia 36, Galene, which features modern upgrades, or opt for private lessons on their own vessel. With easy access to the Rappahannock River and Chesapeake Bay, the location provides ideal conditions for practicing and honing sailing skills in protected waters.

Mco Sailing Canaries
Arrecife, Canary Islands
Marina Lanzarote in Arrecife offers a modern and convenient base for RYA sail training, with direct access to the Atlantic waters surrounding the island. The consistent trade winds and interesting coastline of Lanzarote provide an excellent and reliable environment for developing sailing skills throughout much of the year.

Ship Shape Sailing School
Freshwater Bay, Barbados
Ship Shape Sailing School is located in the beautiful waters of Barbados, offering a relaxed and welcoming environment for sailors of all levels. With access to a variety of sailing conditions right at their doorstep, the school provides a range of customized courses using an extensive fleet of vessels. Their team of experienced instructors is dedicated to making learning fun and safe, whether you're just starting out, looking to improve your skills, or seeking certification. The school’s approach focuses on providing practical knowledge and confidence to help students enjoy sailing in the Caribbean’s stunning surroundings.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are currently at least 287 schools listed worldwide. This is based on schools certified by leading international organizations such as the RYA, ASA, and IYT, ensuring high-quality instruction is available in various locations.
Yes, there are RYA-certified schools in various locations around the globe. The Royal Yachting Association (RYA) is a UK-based organization whose training standards are considered some of the best in the world.
Yes, many ASA-affiliated schools operate worldwide, particularly in the United States and Caribbean. The American Sailing Association (ASA) is one of the largest sailing education systems, focusing on making sailing accessible and safe for everyone.
Certifications from organizations like RYA, ASA and IYT are available. These programs cover everything from basic keelboat handling to advanced offshore navigation.
Yes, several schools worldwide offer both 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.
