Dinghy Sailing / Windsurf Instructor Fast Track

This one-day Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) approved course teaches you to use VHF (Short Range) as well as MF and HF (Long Range) radio for distress, urgency, safety, and general calls. The course includes GMDSS and DSC

The Dinghy Sail Instructor Fast-track programme is designed for basic intermediate sailors who want to fast-track their skills in a stunning location and progress to become an RYA-qualified Dinghy Sailing instructor quickly. This widely respected qualification opens global job opportunities in sailing instruction and watersports at sailing schools and clubs in Australia, the UK, and Europe.

This intensive course combines on-water training with shore-based instruction, leading to the internationally recognized RYA Dinghy Instructor qualification which converts easily to an Australian Sailing certificate. This widely respected qualification opens job opportunities at sailing schools and clubs in Australia, the UK, and Europe.

This one day course is for the Sydney boating enthusiast who wants a basic understanding of the operation and maintenance of an outboard motor. We teach you how to take simple measures to prevent mechanical breakdown at sea and to rectify defects which do not require workshop support.

This course has been specifically designed for those working in the marine environment and is ideal for boat owners, watersports instructors, yacht skippers, and crew. The course leads to an internationally recognised first aid qualification.

The RYA Powerboat Level 2 course at Flying Fish is essential for professional yacht crew, watersports instructors and marine tourism operators. Train on rigid inflatable boats in Sydney Harbour and gain practical skills in boat handling, safety, and high-speed driving. The certificate is internationally recognised and commercially endorsable.

The Yachtmaster Ocean Fast Track in Sydney begins with comprehensive training for your RYA Yachtmaster Offshore Certificate and AMSA Sailing Master Offshore. You then, you go on to learn celestial navigation and complete an ocean-qualifying passage in preparation for the RYA Yachtmaster Ocean oral exam.

The Windsurf Instructor Fast-Track is a fun and intensive four-week course for windsurfers looking to turn their passion into a career. Based in Sydney’s beautiful Middle Harbour, the programme combines expert coaching, plenty of time on the water, and focused instructor training to take you from basic skills to a confident, qualified RYA Windsurf Instructor in just four weeks.

The Windsurf Instructor Prep and Assessment is designed for confident, intermediate windsurfers who are ready to take part in the RYA instructor course without much preliminary training.

Get your NSW Boat Licence in one fun day with Flying Fish. This excellent course equips you with the essential practical skills and theoretical knowledge needed to obtain your NSW Boat Licence. Led by an expert instructor, the training is delivered in a fun, hands-on format, ensuring an engaging and informative experience. Open to adults and children aged 12 and above. Add your Jetski (PWC) Licence as an optional extra!

This self-paced online course provides a beginner's introduction to the navigation theory and safety knowledge required to go boating safely at sea.

The Yachtmaster Coastal Fast-Track in Sydney is a 9-week program that takes you from novice to the RYA Yachtmaster Coastal Certificate of Competence. Train with expert instructors, sail iconic Sydney Harbour and gain hands-on experience on a well-equipped fleet. A perfect blend of adventure and professional training!

This dynamic and comprehensive vocational program combines practical on-water training with theoretical shore-based instruction and leads to the internationally recognized RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Offshore Certificate of Competence and AMSA Sailing Master Offshore certification. These globally respected qualifications provide graduates with the essential credentials for a professional yachting career, opening doors to employment opportunities in Australia, the UK, Europe, and the Caribbean.

Hire one of our sailing dinghies and get out sailing on your own terms. We have removed the faff factor of ownership. Just turn up and get out sailing. This is a superb way to spend a morning with friends or family cruising the cafes and beaches in fabulous Middle Harbour.

Hire one of our windsurfers and get out and have some fun windsurfing around stunning Middle Harbour.

Learn the basics of Stand-Up-Paddleboarding (SUP) in a fun-filled two-hour private lesson. This short session is suitable for all-comers so bring the kids!

This course provides a practical and enjoyable introduction to dinghy sailing for beginners. Suitable for youth and adults, it focuses on developing essential skills in a safe and supportive environment. Whether you’re looking to start a new hobby or build confidence on the water, this program is the perfect first step.

Our morning dinghy sailing classes are a great way to develop your sailing skills in a fantastic location. Join our scheduled classes or contact us and arrange some private lessons for yourself or your group.

Our morning classes are a great way to learn to windsurf in a fantastic location. Join a scheduled class or arrange a private lesson for yourself or your group.

This course provides the safety boat handling skills needed to support water-based activities at clubs, schools, and outdoor recreation centres.

This course is a practical and engaging introduction to the sport of dinghy sailing. It's a fun and intensive programme suitable for both adults and children aged 12 and up—perfect for beginners looking to build confidence and skills on the water.

Hire one of our superb Rigid Inflatable Boats (RIBs) and get out and explore the stunning waterways around Sydney Harbour.

If you haven't windsurfed you haven't lived! This course teaches the basics of windsurfing. You will learn how to get into the sailing position, steer the board, turn around and return to shore.

This course is for those who have completed our Learn to Sail course and wish to develop intermediate sailing and seamanship skills. As with all Flying Fish courses we aim to provide quality education in a fun-packed way.

Stand up Paddle boards are great fun, good exercise and a delightful way to explore the shoreline of Sydney Harbour.

This course is for improvers who have completed our Level 1 course or have equivalent experience. You will practice all of the five essentials of sailing as well learning some basic seamanship skills.

This course is for windsurf improvers or those who have completed the beginners course. You will learn improved tacking and gybing, beach starts, and a couple of freestyle tricks.

Racing sailing dinghies is fabulous fun and it's a great way to develop your sailing skills as well as your fitness. This course provides an introduction to dinghy racing and spinnaker handling. After the course, you will be ready to join a club and start racing!

The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) Coxswain grade 3 is a domestic Certificate of Competency for operating in Australian waters. The certificate holder can commercially operate a vessel less than 12 metres in length for limited purposes in specified waters. It is the first rung on the ladder of the AMSA qualification scheme and represents an excellent low-cost entry point to commercial boating in Australia.