Sailing school
NAVatHOME Australia sailing courses
Self-paced online RYA navigation and Yachtmaster theory adapted for Australian sailors.
- Where
- Como, Western Australia
- How it runs
- Online — theory delivered remotely
- Certification
- RYA
- Record updated
- 26 September 2026
Provider overview
NAVatHOME Australia courses, location and services
NAVatHOME Australia delivers the RYA shorebased knowledge behind confident coastal and offshore sailing. Self-paced online courses range from Essential Navigation and Seamanship through Day Skipper and Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster Offshore to Yachtmaster Ocean, with Southern Hemisphere adaptations for Australian sailors. Fundamental Navigation, diesel, VHF, CEVNI and professional-practice options let students close specific knowledge gaps from anywhere.
Best for: Busy sailors preparing for an RYA practical, ICC or Yachtmaster exam, plus cruisers who prefer structured navigation study at home.
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Course pathway
What you can learn with NAVatHOME Australia
Start with the outcome you want, then choose the course level that supplies the missing knowledge and practical time.
Courses and training
- RYA Essential Navigation and Seamanship
- Day Skipper theoryRead the RYA Day Skipper course guide →
- Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster Offshore theory
- Yachtmaster Ocean
- Fast Track
- CEVNI
- diesel
- VHF radioRead the Marine radio certificates course guide →
How to choose your level
Choose the theory level that supports your next practical certificate. If unsure, use Essential Navigation or Fundamental Navigation to test your foundations before committing to Day Skipper or Yachtmaster study.
Who this school suits
Busy sailors preparing for an RYA practical, ICC or Yachtmaster exam, plus cruisers who prefer structured navigation study at home.
Why NAVatHOME Australia
The character of the training
- Australia-wide self-paced access
- Theory pathway from basic chartwork to ocean navigation
- Southern Hemisphere context in recognised RYA material
Where you learn
NAVatHOME Australia is based in Como, Western Australia, but its courses are delivered online to students throughout Australia and overseas.
Boats and training format
No training yacht is required for the online theory program. Students practise with course charts, navigation exercises and supplied learning materials.
Before you book
Questions to ask NAVatHOME Australia before booking
- Which body certifies this course, and who issues the certificate?
- How many students per instructor, per boat?
- What boat will I actually be on, and how old is it?
- Is the instructor's qualification current, and what else do they hold?
- How many hours are on the water, as distinct from total course hours?
- What happens if the weather cancels a day — reschedule, credit or refund?
- Will I get a signed logbook entry with miles and night hours?
- Is the certificate included, or an extra fee?
- What's the assessment — continuous, or a test at the end?
- What's the next course, and how long should I sail before taking it?
Worth checking first
These are principally online shorebased courses, not practical sail training. Check which practical certificate, exam or radio assessment must be completed separately.
Independent listing
The facts on this page — contact details, location, hours and photos — come from the YouSail directory record and refresh against it every six hours. The description is written here and is ours. It is not a review, a ranking or an endorsement, and no school pays to appear.
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