January 2026
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026
53 weeks, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
RYA Interactive Essential Navigation and Seamanship - Flexible Learning at your own pace, anytime, anywhere. A basic introduction to navigation and safety for anyone new to boating: ***Important notice: *** RYA Interactive will be moving to a new eLearning platform in early April. If your course is not completed by 7 April your account will be transferred to the new system and all course progress will be lost. Unfortunately you will need to start again.
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026
53 weeks, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
The RYA Safe and Fun course is a requirement for all Level 2 Racing Coaches, RYA Dinghy Instructors, RYA Keelboat Instructors, RYA Windsurf Instructors and RYA Senior Instructors
June 2026
Wed 17 Jun 2026
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (2 hours)
Youth Training for those looking to build on their racing skills.
18 - 22 Jun 2026
1 week, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
RYA Competent Crew is the essential starting point for your RYA training. The course introduces absolute beginners to the delights of sailing aboard a cruising yacht. Making it ideal for passengers wishing to become active crew members. - Hosted by Swansea Watersports
18 - 22 Jun 2026
1 week, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
The RYA Day Skipper Tidal Practical Course is designed to show and instruct you, on how to take command safely and confidently of a yacht in known waters by day. - Hosted by Swansea Watersports
18 - 19 Jun 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
The start sailing course is a two-day course for the introduction into sailing and seamanship. Giving you a basic understanding of yacht handling. - Hosted by Swansea Watersports
Fri 19 Jun 2026
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (2 hours)
An Instructor led session based around fun and games.
20 - 21 Jun 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
A 2 Day Practical Course on the water. No previous experience required - May be preceded by Level 1 Start Powerboating - Minimum Age 12
Sat 20 Jun 2026
1 hour
A fantastic opportunity for anyone to explore a range of on-the-water activities, supported by our qualified instructors throughout. Our aim is to inspire sailors to stay curious, enthusiastic, and excited to continue their journey
Sun 21 Jun 2026
1 hour
A fantastic opportunity for anyone to explore a range of on-the-water activities, supported by our qualified instructors throughout. Our aim is to inspire sailors to stay curious, enthusiastic, and excited to continue their journey
22 - 26 Jun 2026
1 week, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Take the next step in your sailing journey and qualify as an RYA Dinghy Instructor, gaining the skills and confidence to teach and inspire others on the water.
Wed 24 Jun 2026
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM (2 hours 30 minutes)
Youth Training for those looking to build on their racing skills.
Fri 26 Jun 2026
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (2 hours)
An Instructor led session based around fun and games.
Sat 27 Jun 2026
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)
A one-day introduction to simple boat handling and the use of safety equipment. No previous experience necessary.
Sat 27 Jun 2026
9:30 AM - 3:30 PM (6 hours)
Junior sailing club for those looking to build on their sailing and racing skills.
Sat 27 Jun 2026
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM (3 hours)
Social sailing club - Instructor or volunteer led sailing club to build on sailing skills in a safe and social environment.
July 2026
Wed 1 Jul 2026
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (2 hours)
Youth Training for those looking to build on their racing skills.
Fri 3 Jul 2026
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (2 hours)
An Instructor led session based around fun and games.
4 - 5 Jul 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
An introduction to sailing dinghies for complete beginners, covering everything you need to know to get afloat under supervision
4 - 5 Jul 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Improve your sailing consolidating skills and trying new ones in a variety of conditions
4 - 5 Jul 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Women's at the Helm - RYA Powerboat Level 2 - Take charge and power ahead. This practical course is for women who want to gain the skills and confidence to drive small powered craft such as RIB's, dories and sports boats safely and independently.
Sat 4 Jul 2026
9:30 AM - 3:30 PM (6 hours)
Junior sailing club for those looking to build on their sailing and racing skills.
Sat 4 Jul 2026
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM (3 hours)
Social sailing club - Instructor or volunteer led sailing club to build on sailing skills in a safe and social environment.
Wed 8 Jul 2026
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (2 hours)
Youth Training for those looking to build on their racing skills.
Fri 10 Jul 2026
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (2 hours)
An Instructor led session based around fun and games.
11 - 12 Jul 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Improve your sailing consolidating skills and trying new ones in a variety of conditions
Sat 11 Jul 2026
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)
A one-day introduction to simple boat handling and the use of safety equipment. No previous experience necessary.
11 - 12 Jul 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
WOMENS' RYA KEELBOAT LEVEL 1 - START YOUR SAILING JOURNEY - Always wanted to try sailing but never quite taken the plunge? Our Women's RYA Keelboat Level 1 course is for complete beginners who would like to learn in a relaxed, supportive and confidence-building environment. No experience is needed. Just bring your enthusiasm - we will do the rest.
Sat 11 Jul 2026
9:30 AM - 3:30 PM (6 hours)
Junior sailing club for those looking to build on their sailing and racing skills.
Sat 11 Jul 2026
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM (3 hours)
Social sailing club - Instructor or volunteer led sailing club to build on sailing skills in a safe and social environment.
Sun 12 Jul 2026
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM (7 hours 30 minutes)
This one-day course runs from 9:30am to 6:00pm and covers the RYA Short Range Certificate (SRC). The exam will take place from approximately 4:30pm, once the course training has finished. Please note, there is an additional exam fee of £76 payable directly to the RYA and is not included in this course fee.
13 - 16 Jul 2026
4 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
This four-day course gives you the chance to take charge on short passages under instruction. You will concentrate on pilotage boat handling seamanship and navigation. - Hosted by Swansea Watersports.
13 - 14 Jul 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
This two-day course covers basic boat handling, helmsmanship, safety and basic engine maintenance. - Hosted by Swansea Watersports
15 - 19 Jul 2026
1 week, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
RYA Competent Crew is the essential starting point for your RYA training. The course introduces absolute beginners to the delights of sailing aboard a cruising yacht. Making it ideal for passengers wishing to become active crew members. - Hosted by Swansea Watersports
15 - 19 Jul 2026
1 week, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
The RYA Day Skipper Tidal Practical Course is designed to show and instruct you, on how to take command safely and confidently of a yacht in known waters by day. - Hosted by Swansea Watersports
15 - 16 Jul 2026
2 days, 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
The start sailing course is a two-day course for the introduction into sailing and seamanship. Giving you a basic understanding of yacht handling. - Hosted by Swansea Watersports