RYA Instructor Training

Become a certified sailing instructor with the RYA (Royal Yachting Association) and take your passion for sailing to the next level!

Our RYA Instructor courses provide you with the skills, knowledge, and qualifications needed to teach sailing to others. With expert-led training and hands-on experience, you’ll gain the confidence to lead groups, develop sailors, and share your love of the water in a safe, enjoyable environment. Perfect for those looking to turn their sailing skills into a rewarding career or side hustle.

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RYA certification
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Personal qualifications
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Job opportunities
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We will guide you through the pre-requisites
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RYA Instructor Training

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RYA Assistant Instructor

This is the perfect qualification to begin your instructing career.

RYA Assistant Instructors are a vital part of any RYA Centre, but also a great way to get a feel for teaching sailing before you do your RYA Dinghy Instructor Course.

Pre-requisites:
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14+
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RYA Youth Stage 4
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One of the Advanced Modules
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Contact Keep Sailing if intrested
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Available at: Hampton, Wraysbury, North London, Thames

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Please note, the 2 day RYA Assistant Instructor course specific to the centre you do it at. Meaning you’re only able to use this qualification at the centre you take the course at.

If you think this is the course for you! Get in touch with us for the password to get booked on!

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RYA Pre Entry Assessment

This one day course is designed to assess your sailing ability prior to the RYA Dinghy Instructor course, to ensure you’re at the correct standard for the Instructor course.

This must be completed before attending a Dinghy Instructor course

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Available at: Hampton, Wraysbury, North London

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RYA Dinghy Instructor Course

A 5 day course for those who want to become RYA Dinghy Instructors. We spend a week learning how to get your enthusiasm for sailing across to your future students.

This course is run by an RYA Trainer and moderated on the final day by another RYA Trainer.

Candidates will be taught to demonstrate competence in briefing and debriefing, as well as course preparation and communication skills.

Pre Requisites::
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Age 16+
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RYA Powerboat Level 2
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RYA Pre Entry Assessment
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RYA Safe and Fun
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RYA Membership
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First Aid Course
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Available at: Hampton, Wraysbury, North London

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RYA Powerboat Instructor

This 4 day course is aimed at experienced powerboat drivers who want to teach the RYA Powerboat Scheme and pass their skills and knowledge on.

The Powerboat Instructor course is broken down into 2 parts:

1) Day 1 - RYA Powerboat Instructor Skills Assessment

2) Day 2,3,4 - RYA Instructor Course (day 4 will be moderated by another RYA Powerboat Trainer)

Pre Requisites:
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Age 16+
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RYA Powerboat Instruct Skills Assessment (usually completed on day 1 of the course)
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First Aid Course
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RYA Powerboat Level 2
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5 years experience powerboating or one season full time (essential)
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RYA Day Skipper Theory (desirable)
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RYA Membership
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Available at: Hampton

Booking & Locations

Our courses are available at the following locations:

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Keep Sailing - Hampton: Island Barn Reservoir, Ray Road, West Molesey, Surrey, KT8 2LF
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Keep Sailing - North London: King George Sailing Club, Lea Valley Road, Chingford, London, E4 7PX
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Keep Sailing - Wraysbury: Silver Wing Sailing Club, Staines Road, Wraysbury, Berkshire, TW19 5AG
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Thames Sailing Club: Thames Sailing Club, Portsmouth Rd, Surbiton KT6 4HH

During the booking process, you’ll be able to select your preferred location and the appropriate course.

Bespoke Courses & Private Tuition

Do you want to improve a specific aspect of your sport?
We offer private tuition for individuals at all skill levels, from beginners wanting an experience on the water to those preparing for national championships!