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RYA sail training holidays in Aegina, Greece

Aegina is an unspoilt Greek island, less than an hour from Athens by hydrofoil, and the perfect place for you to get your RYA practical sailing certificates in the sun, whether you're a complete novice looking for RYA Competent Crew qualification or a crew member ready to achieve RYA Day Skipper. The good news is this sailing school is now open all year round.

Singles and couples can book onto the 5-day shared courses which run with up to 5 students sleeping onboard a tuition yacht. Couples and groups can also hire a private instructor and yacht for the week. Students may have different levels of experience, but different courses run on the same boat at the same time.

Private tuition is ideal for families who want to get a mixture of training. While adults complete the or RYA Day Skipper course, children over 8 can get their RYA Competent Crew, and younger kids can get involved looking out for wildlife and learning knots.

To ensure success in your RYA Day Skipper qualification you need to have previous experience of chart work, navigation, buoyage, and collision regulations. If you do not have theoretical knowledge you can take the popular 7 day RYA Essential Navigation + Day Skipper Theory & Practical Combined package. We ask you to complete the 10 hour online RYA Essential Navigation & Seamanship course before arriving in Aegina. Once in Aegina, you take part in the classroom based theory tuition which covers the more advanced topics which you will need. The next five days is spent on the training yacht completing the practical section of the course.

The school is run by a team of highly experienced English-speaking instructors, chosen as much for their friendly personalities as their full RYA instructor qualifications.

The practical courses are 5 days long, Monday to Friday, with arrival on Sunday afternoon, the package course starts Saturday Morning.

Athens is well served with direct flights from multiple UK airports. From Athens airport, there is an airport bus to Piraeus ferry port where you can catch a hydrofoil ferry for a 40 minute boat trip straight to Aegina.

The sailing area includes picturesque islands and traditionally Greek ports in the Saronic Gulf which are relatively unspoiled by foreign tourism. Although close to Athens, once you set sail, you'll be well away from the crowds.

 
 
 

Learn to sail in Aegina in Greece

Overview

RYA Competent Crew Course

This is a 5 day course for beginners who want to become active crew members. By the end of the course, you will know how to steer, handle sails, keep a lookout, row a dinghy and assist with everyday tasks onboard.

Suggested pre-course experience: None
Assumed knowledge: None
Minimum age: None
Duration: 5 days
Course content: Knowledge of terms & parts, sail handling, rope work, safety, basic meteorology, helmsmanship, general duties, keeping a log, sail with a dinghy.
Ability after course: By the end of the course you should be able to steer, handle sails, keep a lookout, row a dinghy and assist in all the day to day routines on board.
Number of students: Maximum 5.

5 Days Liveaboard Practical Tuition

Summer 2024 (Jul, Aug & Sep): £1475/person (single); £1275/person (shared cabin); from £5400 private yacht
Mid season 2024 (May, Jun & Oct): £1305/person (single); £1115/person (shared cabin); from £5100 private yacht
Low season 2024 (Mar, Apr & Nov): £1095/person (single); £900/person (shared cabin); from £3515 private yacht

Includes: Accommodation Sun-Fri, all yacht expenses, RYA course books and certificates, linen & towels, loan of waterproof jackets in low season, breakfast & lunch (cabin charter only)
Not included: flights to Athens and transfers by ferry to Aegina, evening meals.

RYA courses are offered through RYA Recognised Training centre Aegean Sailing School.


RYA Day Skipper Course

By the end of this 5 day course, you’ll be able to skipper your own small yacht in familiar waters. The course teaches pilotage, navigation, seamanship & boat handling. This is the minimum level for people who want to charter a sailboat.

Suggested pre-course experience: 5 days sea time, including 100 miles and 4 night hours.
Assumed knowledge: Day Skipper theory course knowledge is recommended.
Duration: 5 days
Course content: Pilotage, boat handling, seamanship and navigation.
Ability after course: Can skipper a small yacht in familiar waters by day.
Number of students: Maximum 5.

5 Days Liveaboard Practical Tuition

Summer 2024 (Jul, Aug & Sep): £1475/person (single); £1275/person (shared cabin); from £5400 private yacht
Mid season 2024 (May, Jun & Oct): £1305/person (single); £1115/person (shared cabin); from £5100 private yacht
Low season 2024 (Mar, Apr & Nov): £1095/person (single); £900/person (shared cabin); from £3515 private yacht

Includes: Accommodation Sun-Fri, all yacht expenses, RYA course books and certificates, linen & towels, loan of waterproof jackets in low season, breakfast & lunch (cabin charter only)
Not included: flights to Athens and transfers by ferry to Aegina, evening meals.

RYA courses are offered through RYA Recognised Training centre Aegean Sailing School.

 

7 Day RYA Essential Navigation + Day Skipper Theory and Practical Combined

If you are already a competent crew member, this is a popular combination of courses to take your sailing to the next level. You study navigation & chart-work over the weekend immediately before taking your RYA Day Skipper Practical.

Previous experience: RYA Competent Crew or equivalent experience. Completion of the RYA Essential Navigation & Seamanship online theory course is compulsory before arriving in Aegina.
Duration: 7 days
Course content: Navigation & chart work. Pilotage, boat handling, seamanship and navigation.
Ability after course: Can skipper a small yacht in familiar waters by day.
Number of students: Maximum 5.

2 Days Shorebased Tuition + 5 Days Liveaboard Practical Tuition

Summer 2024 (Jul, Aug & Sep): £1925/person (single); £1725/person (shared cabin); from £7050 private yacht
Mid season 2024 (May, Jun & Oct): £1735/person (single); £1545/person (shared cabin); from £6750 private yacht
Low season 2024 (Mar, Apr & Nov): £1520/person (single); £1330/person (shared cabin); from £5125 private yacht

Includes: Accommodation onboard Sun-Fri, all yacht expenses, RYA course books and certificates, linen & towels, loan of waterproof jackets in low season, breakfast & lunch (cabin charter only)
Not included: Accommodation onshore Friday & Saturday, flights to Athens and transfers by ferry to Aegina, evening meals.

RYA courses are offered through RYA Recognised Training centre Aegean Sailing School.

12-Day RYA Competent Crew + Essential Navigation + Day Skipper Theory & Practical Combined

5 Days Liveaboard Practical Tuition + 2 Days Shorebased Tuition + 5 Days Liveaboard Practical Tuition

Summer 2024 (Jul, Aug & Sep): £3150/person (single); £2750/person (shared cabin); from £12,390 private yacht
Mid season 2024 (May, Jun & Oct): £2895/person (single); £2515/person (shared cabin); from £11,790 private yacht
Low season 2024 (Mar, Apr & Nov): £2615/person (single); £2235/person (shared cabin); from £9,350 private yacht

RYA courses are offered through RYA Recognised Training centre Aegean Sailing School.

Learn to sail in Aegina in Greece