Our sailing instructor course | Falmouth Training Solutions

If you are a lover of the great outdoors, have a pair of sea legs and thrive in a teaching environment then becoming a sailing instructor could be the ideal career for you.

Whether you’re an experienced sailor or just starting to chart your way, learn the ropes with our range of sailing instructor courses, such as the [insert course names here]

Visit our sister company Falmouth School of Sailing

Why Become a Sailing Instructor?

Being a sailing instructor is so much more than just a job, it’s a complete way of life. Your days will be spent out on the water, teaching others the fundamentals of sailing, navigation, seamanship, and safety. It can be richly rewarding to share your passion for sailing whilst inspiring confidence, a sense of responsibility, and environmental awareness with new sailors.

From the exhilirating thrill of skipping along the waves with the wind in your sails to carefully navigating calmer waters, no two days will be the same. You’ll meet a variety of people of differing ages, imparting your knowledge and equipping them with skills for life.

There will also be plenty of opportunities for you to expand your career horizons, whether its working around the world with your qualification or opening, and running, your own watersports centre!

How to enroll in sailing instructor courses

When it comes to choosing a reputable sail training organisation where you can confidently undertake yur sailing instructor courses, it pays to do your research. We hate to say it but not all programs are created equal so be sure to look for accredited bodies, such as the Royal Yachting Association (RYA) who we, and our sister company Falmouth School of Sailing, are accredited with.

We also advise building a solid foundation in the sport as most sail training organisations will require you to have:

A recognised sailing certification (such as RYA)
Practical experience skippering and crewing in various conditions
A deep understanding of sailing theory, boat handling, and safety procedures

If you need to strengthen your experience then consider spending time crewing on different boats or participating in regattas. However you accrue the time, it is advisable to log all the hours you have spent on the water.

Choose the right sailing instructor course

Ticking all the boxes, ready to enroll but not sure where to start? No problem! Our knowledgeable and highly experienced team are on hand to help guide you through the options to ensure you select the right course for you.

From theory and teaching techniques to classroom or on-the-water practical assessments and safety and risk management training, we are here to help. {INSERT NUMBERED OR BULLET POINT LIST WITH COURSE NAMES AND LINKS}

It’s important to bear in mind that these courses can be time consuming, ranging from a few days to several weeks depending on the level of certification (e.g., Dinghy Instructor, Cruising Instructor, or Offshore Instructor).

Achieving certification

On completing your sailing instructor course, you will be required to undergo a rigorous evaluation process which is likely to include;

Teaching real students under observation
Demonstrating seamanship and safety practices
Leading lessons on both theory and water-based skills

Upon successful completion of the above, you will receive your official certification. This will be your passport to teaching sailing worldwide.

Next steps

Congratulations, you can now apply to sail training organisations, yacht clubs, adventure camps, or sailing schools around the world.

If you haven’t made any connections during your sailing instrcutor course job placement then don’t worry, there are plenty of key attributes that will enable you to stand out;