In many countries, Greece being one of them, you legally need an official sailing certificate in order to charter a yacht.
There are two options with training courses: A private course (you hire your own yacht and have your own dedicated instructor) OR the more traditional course structure of mixed individuals course. We are more than happy to teach different courses on the same yacht if you have crew of mixed experience.
At Sail Ionian we have a maximum of 4 trainees on board for the week. The RYA conditions allow for up to 5 pupils but we feel the smaller group size gives more time for individual tuition and attention to all on board, in order to practice and demonstrate skills.
We are situated in an ideal area for both sailing and power handling and aim to provide a unique, valuable and fun learning experience!
What is the RYA?
The Royal Yachting Association (RYA) is the national body for all forms of boating under power or sail, including dinghy and yacht racing, motor and sail cruising, RIBs and sports boats, powerboat racing, windsurfing, inland cruising and narrowboats, and personal watercraft.
Sail Ionian Sea School
If this is your first time on a boat or you are already an experienced sailor, your course will be adapted to your specific needs. At the same time ensuring all the RYA syllabus in covered in detail.
We are the longest established RYA Sea School in the Ionian. With a good reputation and a team of highly qualified and experienced Instructors teaching the full range of RYA Cruising Courses. Cousres are all taught on a fleet of modern, well maintained and fully equipped yachts.
Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you require any further information about our courses.
