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RYA Keelboat Instructor Course

Overview

Take your sailing skills further and become an RYA-certified Keelboat Instructor. Our 5-day course uses our fleet of Hawk 20 keelboats, providing ample cockpit space for a hands-on teaching experience. With expert trainers, you’ll learn to instruct RYA Keelboat courses and inspire the next generation of sailors.

What You’ll Learn

This course covers essential skills for teaching both on land and at sea, including:

  • Course preparation and key teaching points
  • Session management and effective delivery
  • Customer liaison and adaptable teaching techniques

Course Structure

  • Day 1: Course intro; teaching beginners (wind handling, upwind techniques, tacking)
  • Day 2: Beginner skills (4 essentials, downwind, gybing, and man-overboard drills)
  • Day 3: Keelboat handling under power
  • Day 4: Advanced coaching (day sailing)
  • Day 5: Assessment and review with a secondary trainer’s input

Course Details

  • Price: £399
  • Duration: 5 days
  • Timings: 09:30-16:30

Prerequisites

Additional Information

Your qualification is valid for five years, with renewal options available through the RYA. On-site accommodation is available upon request for added convenience.