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RYA Accredited Sailing and Powerboating Courses in Exmouth
Sail Exmouth has been delivering professional water sports instruction since 2008, combining over two decades of personal maritime experience with RYA-accredited training methodologies. Our centre specialises in sailing, powerboating, and marine radio certification courses tailored for both youth and adult participants. With purpose-built facilities operating March-November, we maintain a 100% success rate in preparing candidates for RYA qualifications through structured programmes that prioritise safety, technical proficiency, and environmental awareness.Our instructors, holding principal and chief instructor certifications from the Royal Yachting Association, ensure each participant receives personalised guidance using modern equipment and location-specific training protocols. Customer testimonials consistently highlight our ability to build confidence through practical skill development, evidenced by successful course completions ranging from 7-year-old beginners to advanced adult sailors.
Services
Sailing Courses
Powerboating Training
VHF Radio Certification
Youth Sailing Programs
Adult Sailing Lessons
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- RYA-certified instructors with 20+ years' maritime experience
- Purpose-built training facilities operating March-November
- Proven track record with 100% course completion success rate
- Modern fleet including Wayfarer dinghies and Fantasea powerboats
- Personalised instruction for ages 7 to advanced adult sailors
Associations and certifications
- RYA Approved Centre
What people say
Excellent instructors
Thorough teaching
Increased confidence
Great week
Highly recommended
Services
Sailing Courses
Structured RYA-certified sailing instruction for ages 7+. Develop essential skills from basic rigging to advanced spinnaker handling. Courses include equipment use, safety procedures, and navigation fundamentals. Progress through levels with documented certification.
Powerboating Training
RYA Level 1-2 powerboat handling courses. Learn launching, mooring, anchoring, and navigation rules. Practical training in vessel operation up to 10m with preparation for international certification. Includes safety equipment protocols.
VHF Radio Certification
Mandatory SRC qualification for UK vessel radio operators. Covers DSC systems, emergency procedures, and legal requirements. Full-day course with exam or direct assessment options for experienced users.
Youth Sailing Programs
RYA Youth Sailors Scheme with age-appropriate skill development. Half-day holiday courses fostering confidence and technical ability. Logbook system tracks progress applicable to school PE and Duke of Edinburgh awards.
Adult Sailing Lessons
Tailored instruction for adult beginners to advanced sailors. Two-day certificated courses covering solo sailing techniques, weather awareness, and race procedures. Grouped by ability for optimal learning progression.
People
Frazer Brown
RYA Principal Instructor
With 20+ years' maritime experience, Frazer leads our RYA-certified instruction team. Specialising in practical skill development, he has trained hundreds of sailors from beginners to advanced levels.
Naomi Brown
RYA Chief Instructor
Naomi combines extensive competitive sailing background with youth development expertise. Her structured teaching approach has earned consistent 5-star feedback from course participants of all ages.
Questions
What RYA qualifications do you offer?
We provide RYA Levels 1-3 sailing, Powerboat Handling, and VHF Radio certifications. Advanced modules and direct assessments also available.
What age can children start sailing?
Our youth courses accept children from age 7 as recommended by the Royal Yachting Association for safe participation.
Do you provide equipment?
All necessary sailing, powerboating, and radio equipment is included in course fees.
Are courses available year-round?
Our main season runs March-November, with holiday courses and flexible adult scheduling options.
How do I book a course?
Use our online booking system or contact us directly via phone or email for course reservations.
What certification benefits exist?
RYA certificates count toward school PE credits, Duke of Edinburgh awards, and international boating licenses.
Reviews (6)
Scott Grant
Nov 06, 2021
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Great course delivered by Frazer, started the first day with nerves but was soon put at ease. Gave us great confidence ready to enjoy a powerboat adventure. We could not ask for a better instructor. Thank you so much see you again soon for more courses. Kelly and scott
Michael Anderson
Sep 21, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism
Fraser was a brilliant patient instructor who trained two locals to eventually use their boat in Exmouth.
Relaxed whilst being professional, when we got it wrong we practiced again with encouragement until we got it right. Highly recommended for Power Boat 1 and 2
Fraser was a brilliant patient instructor who trained two locals to eventually use their boat in Exmouth.
Relaxed whilst being professional, when we got it wrong we practiced again with encouragement until we got it right. Highly recommended for Power Boat 1 and 2
Chris Hume
Sep 21, 2021
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Amazingly well run course from Frazer at Sail Exmouth. Good facilities and great Brig boats to learn on. Frazer is nice and chilled and puts you at ease right from the off. His knowledge is amazing. I would definitely recommend these guys.
Sarah England
Jul 18, 2021
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Just competed powerboat level 2 course with frazer, absolutely amazing experience. so patient and excellent teacher, fully confident in driving the rib now. thank you so much.
Terry Root
Jul 18, 2021
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Just completed a power boat level 2 with Frazer. Had 2 awesome days on the water, finished off with some great and insightful tips in the classroom to make the most of the river and our boat. Cannot recommend highly enough, calm at all times and super knowledgeable. Itching to get out on the river and put it all into practice!
Alss
Jul 16, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality
We both completed powerboat level 2 on our own boat, instructed by Ben. Excellent instruction, we learnt so much and Frazer was so helpful in sorting the course out for us. Highly recommend
We both completed powerboat level 2 on our own boat, instructed by Ben. Excellent instruction, we learnt so much and Frazer was so helpful in sorting the course out for us. Highly recommend
