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"Just like to let you know that my training put me in good stead for the Fremantle- Canarvon race and on to Exmouth and back..........Thank you once again for providing such good iinstruction" Val from Tasmania
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Learn to SailRYA Courses - for details of each sailing course click here Sailing CoursesRYA means we are accredited by the Royal Yachting Association providing you with the highest standard of sail training and a qualification recognised all over the world. We are a family company with over eight years experience in helping people learn to sail. The RYA Sail cruising program is designed for people wanting to sail keel yachts on day or extended cruising. Courses are based on live aboard experiences and include Competent Crew, Day Skipper, Coastal Skipper or Yachtmaster. With an RYA course you will learn how to sail safely and what it is like to live on board a yacht at sea. In Western Australia we have lots of warm sunshine, and a summer weather pattern charcterised by fresh morning land breezes followed by fresh sea breezes. In winter we have brisk cold fronts followed by beautiful winter days with lighter winds. On board you will find professional friendly and fully qualified instructors, modern clean yachts and a commitment to helping you develop the sailing skills you want.
Competent Cew, Day Skipper Coastal Skipper or Yachtmaster courses can be taken as one of our five day learn to sail holidays or they can be taken over any three weekends. If you are an experienced sailor then we can help you acheive your yachtmaster with a program that recognises your skills. Which Course ? Choosing the right entry course depends on your knowledge of sailing and experience. If you are thinking about Day Skipper you need to be sure your theory knowledge is good before you attempt the practical and this should include a reasonable knowledge of how to use charts and tide tables. See our theory courses page for more information. Coastal Skipper is for more experienced sailors and involves night time pilotage and offshore passage work. It requires a more advanced knowledge of weather, the collision regulations and chart work. The RYA coastal / yachtmaster theory course is ideal. If you are an experienced sailor then we can help you acheive your yachtmaster with a program that recognises your skills. We can advise you on the best option and if you have a history of offshore sailing you may want to consider coastal or yachtmaster.
What we Include
We provide internet, home study or class room based theory courses from Day Skipper to Yachtmaster. We teach you how to read charts, plot courses, fix positions, work out tidal depths and plan an effective passage. We also have on board radar and chartplotter based navigation courses available to teach you the latest in electronic navigation. The Yachts Practical courses are on either our Jeanneau 37 Sunfast or Beneteau 411 cruising yachts both offering a high standard of fit out and sailing performance. You are guaranteed your own berth and the yachts are maintained to a high level and are clean. The yachts are surveyed annually by the Western Australian Government and Yachting Australia.
Accommodation All prices are on a twin share basis. Guaranteed sole occupancy of a cabin is available for extra cost. Please contact us for details. Accommodation also can be in a berth in the saloon of the yacht depending on the yacht and numbers. Meals Meals are provided on the basis that paricipants prepare meals and clean up. Continental style breakfast of cereal and toast. Cold meat and salad rolls / sandwiches for lunch at and hot main meal. Water is provided on board. You can purchase your own drnks favourite snacks before arrival and you are welcome to bring these on board. If you have special dietary requirements you are welcome to supplement the on board provisioning with your requirements. Wet weather Gear We recommend you bring a spray jacket. Full wet weather gear is available to hire. Marina Fees Marina fees where payable are shared between the crew
Master Class OptionsMaster Class provides for a more hands on learning experience. With a reduced number of participants together with instructors who have reached the highest instructor level you will have far more opportunity to explore your individual training requirements. Two options are available. Master Class $1500pp
Master Class Plus $1850pp
How to bookYou can call us to discuss your course requirements or email We generally are able to get back to you within a day. Registration for courses can be made over the phone, by email or by fax. We will send you a confirmation letter and joining instructions a few days before the course starts. If you need to travel call us and we can arrange to meet you and we provide on board accommodation free of charge the night before your course so you can start refreshed. Let us know if you have any special needs and we will do our best to assist If you have a sailing question feel free to contact us. We are more than happy to provide advice on courses or just fix a sailing problem for you Courses are held weekly from Bunbury. For more information on specific courses click here or on the icons top left
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At Chardonnay Coast we aim to provide a quality experience. We don't just sit you on a yacht and sail around a set course. We aim to make sure you experience the full extent of cruising including passages to different ports, as well as sailing skill development such as sailing in close quarters situations and varied weather conditions. While on board we visit locations such as Quindalup, Eagle Bay, Busselton, Bunbury, Mandurah, Rottnest Island and Fremantle depending on weather and the course selected.
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