Falmouth School of Sailing

Falmouth School of Sailing Falmouth School of Sailing is a family-run RYA training centre, established in 1981.

We offer sailing courses, yacht charters, and professional maritime training from our base in the beautiful harbour town of Falmouth, Cornwall. We are a friendly, professional and approachable sailing and powerboat training school located in one of the largest and most beautiful natural working Harbours in the world.

RYA Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster Theory | 5–10 OctoberDesigned for experienced skippers, this advanced six-day course dev...
09/09/2026

RYA Coastal Skipper/Yachtmaster Theory | 5–10 October

Designed for experienced skippers, this advanced six-day course develops the knowledge needed to navigate safely on coastal and offshore passages.

You’ll cover position fixing, course shaping and plotting, tides, electronic position-finding equipment, meteorology, collision regulations, cruising abroad and more.

The course develops your theoretical knowledge to the standard required for the Yachtmaster Coastal and Yachtmaster Offshore practical exams.

Course details 🔗
https://www.falmouthschoolofsailing.co.uk/courses/rya-theory-courses/coastal-skipper-yachtmaster-theory/

07/09/2026

Nothing quite like being out under sail ⛵

We had some great conditions for it!

You just can’t beat it! ☀️A swim off the back of the boat after a day out on the water. This is what sailing is all abou...
04/09/2026

You just can’t beat it! ☀️

A swim off the back of the boat after a day out on the water. This is what sailing is all about.

Working towards your RYA Yachtmaster Coastal or Offshore qualification?Our RYA Yachtmaster Coastal & Offshore Exam Prepa...
02/09/2026

Working towards your RYA Yachtmaster Coastal or Offshore qualification?

Our RYA Yachtmaster Coastal & Offshore Exam Preparation Training & Exam runs from 4–11 October, giving experienced sailors the opportunity to fine-tune their skills and prepare for the practical examination.

Throughout the week, you’ll work on areas of the syllabus including boat handling, navigation, pilotage, passage planning and skippering techniques, with training tailored to the needs of those on board.

Find out more here⬇️
https://www.falmouthschoolofsailing.co.uk/courses/rya-cruising-courses/rya-yachtmaster-coastal-offshore-exam-preparation-training/

31/08/2026

Practice makes perfect when it comes to manoeuvres⚓️

Don't pack away the sailing gear just yet🌞As summer draws to a close, there's still plenty of time to get out on the wat...
28/08/2026

Don't pack away the sailing gear just yet🌞

As summer draws to a close, there's still plenty of time to get out on the water, build your skills and enjoy sailing around the Cornish coast.

RYA Competent Crew / Day Skipper Practical | 4-9 October⛵️Whether you're stepping aboard for the first time or ready to ...
26/08/2026

RYA Competent Crew / Day Skipper Practical | 4-9 October⛵️

Whether you're stepping aboard for the first time or ready to take the helm, this practical course offers the perfect opportunity to build your skills on the water.

Competent Crew introduces the fundamentals of sailing and life on board, while Day Skipper develops the practical seamanship and boat handling skills needed to skipper a yacht in familiar waters.

Contact the team to find out more 📞01326 211311

A fantastic week on the water with a great crew👏🏼
24/08/2026

A fantastic week on the water with a great crew👏🏼

Being a skipper is about much more than steering the boat🧭It's about preparation, decision-making and taking responsibil...
21/08/2026

Being a skipper is about much more than steering the boat🧭

It's about preparation, decision-making and taking responsibility for the vessel and those on board, before and throughout the passage.

Address

Bridge House
Falmouth
TR114SN

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 6pm
Sunday 9am - 6pm

Telephone

01326 211311

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