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Offshore Sailing Academy

Offshore Sailing Academy
Why Choose Us? Nobody does it better

Our philosophy is to make sailing rewarding, accessible and, most of all, fun for everyone. With over 30 years experience we are experts in running sailing courses for people of all ages and ability. We guarantee modern fully equipped and well maintained yachts - ideal for learning to sail. Our experienced, highly qualified Royal Yachting Association or SA SAILING Instructors employ modern techniques to build your confidence on the water, and make sure that your experience at Sunsail is an excellent one.

Offshore Sailing Academy - Durban

At the helm - Chris and Libby Bonnet, founders of the Ocean Sailing Academy in 1979 and known throughout the world and who pioneered all sail training In South Africa. Having been involved in this field over the last 30 years and having taught well over 30 000 students - this surely gives us an edge. Garth Van Der Merwe, is our Operations Manager, Sean Harris our Principal - highly qualified and an outstanding teacher with international charter experience aboard. ALL OUR INSTRUCTORS ARE RYA QUALIFIED - passionate about their profession and outstanding young men.

When It comes to learning how to sail, it is not only the manuals but also more importantly the background and the experience of the people who are going to be teaching you. Our tried and tested teaching programme will soon build your confidence, both on and off the water. As well as the practical sessions afloat, you will get to grips with the theory in our lecture rooms - using all the modern teaching aids to help you consolidate your knowledge. We will assist you In your choice of courses... beware of being told that you require additional courses which may not be necessary for your aspirations, especially pertinent to youngsters wanting to qualify for the lucrative Charter market overseas.

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When It comes to learning how to sail, it is not only the manuals but also more importantly the background and the experience of the people who are going to be teaching you. Our tried and tested teaching programme will soon build your confidence, both on and off the water. As well as the practical sessions afloat, you will get to grips with the theory in our lecture rooms - using all the modern teaching aids to help you consolidate your knowledge.

Our yachts

Our fleet of yachts are French Beneteau in design AND all comply fully with the Department of Transport Code of Practice for Sail Training Yachts. This means that our safety procedures and equipment are regularly monitored to comply with D.O.T. regulations. Our vessels have, a fully equipped galley with refrigeration, music system and latest electronic navigation system. In fact, proudly the very best training vessels in the country.

Our Courses

Short Courses:

If you have a desire to sail the high seas - either as a hobby or for an adventurous experience or perhaps as a starting point to owning your own yacht some day.

Combo Course:

Yacht Hand and Yacht Skipper combined.

Gap Year Course:

Young Sailors wanting a gap year and the best entry level into the Overseas Charter Market.

Career Courses:

Yachtmaster Offshore and Coastal Skippers Courses.

Team Building:

Sailing is a real team effort, guaranteed to get everyone together for an unforgettable time on the water.

Mileage Trips:

For Competent Yacht Skippers who want to gain mileage and night hours.

Other courses:

Those who have a passion for the sea but do not have the time to attend one of our longer courses.

WHERE: Durban harbour in Kwazulu Natal
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