Sailing school
Yachtmaster Sailing School sailing courses
Melbourne RYA sailing and navigation courses from beginner level to Yachtmaster preparation.
- Where
- Middle Brighton, Victoria
- How it runs
- Hybrid — online theory with practical on the water
- Certification
- RYA · ICC
- Record updated
- 26 September 2026
Provider overview
Yachtmaster Sailing School courses, location and services
Yachtmaster Sailing School offers a traditional Melbourne route from a first sail on Port Phillip to advanced RYA cruising qualifications. Beginners can try a taster or introductory course before moving through Competent Crew, Day Skipper and Coastal Skipper towards Yachtmaster preparation. Five-day practical programs, classroom navigation, marine radio, diesel, sea survival, ICC assessment and own-boat tuition allow students to combine seamanship, theory and command experience.
Best for: Melbourne beginners, recreational cruisers, overseas charterers and advanced sailors pursuing a structured RYA pathway.
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Course pathway
What you can learn with Yachtmaster Sailing School
Start with the outcome you want, then choose the course level that supplies the missing knowledge and practical time.
Courses and training
- Sailing taster
- introductory and passage courses
- RYA Competent CrewRead the RYA Competent Crew course guide →
- Day SkipperRead the RYA Day Skipper course guide →
- Coastal Skipper
- Yachtmaster theory and preparation
- ICC
- radio
- diesel
- sea survival
- own-boat tuition
How to choose your level
Start with a taster if uncertain, then follow the RYA sequence rather than jumping levels. Add radio, diesel, safety and ICC assessment only when they support your cruising plan.
Who this school suits
Melbourne beginners, recreational cruisers, overseas charterers and advanced sailors pursuing a structured RYA pathway.
Why Yachtmaster Sailing School
The character of the training
- A long-established Melbourne RYA training route
- Five-day practical courses on sea-going yachts
- Supporting theory, safety and technical modules
Where you learn
Practical courses depart Royal Brighton Yacht Club and train on Port Phillip, while classroom and own-boat options operate around Melbourne.
Boats and training format
Five-day practical courses use sea-going cruising yachts configured for liveaboard crew, navigation and command training.
Photos
Yachtmaster Sailing School in pictures
Before you book
Questions to ask Yachtmaster Sailing School 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
Practical and shorebased courses have different schedules and prerequisites. Confirm whether accommodation, exam fees and required theory are included.
Independent listing
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