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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. On board you will find professional friendly 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. 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 thinking about Day Skipper and Coastal Skipper you need to be sure your theory knowledge is good before you attempt the practicals. See our theory courses page for more information 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. If your new to sailing or then Start Yachting is a good way to just have a go while Competent Crew will enable you be a crew member with confidence on ocean going yachts. if your into navigation and skippering then Day Skipper is the way to go. It aims to get you skippering a yacht in familiar waters by day. For more experienced sailors Coastal Skipper gets you sailing into new ports at night and learning how to deal with adverse situations as skipper. At the end of Coastal Skipper you should be capable of navigating your way along the coast line by day or night 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.
Yachtmaster If you have been sailing at club level or in the offshore racing circuit then gaining your MCA recognised Yachtmaster can be very straightforward. We can assess where your skills are in relation to the RYA/YA syllabus and focus on those areas you need to learn while building on your strengths. We can provide intensive perparation programs, organise the exam and provide the boat. If you need commercial endorsement we can advise you on medical and sea survival requirements. This qualification allows you to skipper British flagged sailing yachts to 24 meters and recognition is likely to be extended to australian vessels from 2010 under the new Sail Master qualification
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 accomodation 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 weathter 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.
New Master ClassWe have just introduced the new Master class Series. Master Class is a new form of sailing instruction which provides greater hands on experience with a personal Yachtmaster Instructor. It provides a much more intensive option with plenty of time on the helm. Its a great option for couples providing high quality instruction yet privacy and the opportunity to have your own space. Features:
Master Class is available for any RYA program or general sailing revision and is $1800pp including all food and accomodation for five days. |
VHF / HF Marine Radio CourseChardonnay Coast can provide a VHF / HF course including Digital Selective Calling. You will be prepared for the exam using VHF radio simulators with an interactive format. Courses are held monthly over a weekend and includes text book, licence fee and a great morning tea Cost: $210 Call Helen for course details and become legal on the airwaves |
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