The Most Popular Courses
Discover a variety of courses for every skill level. Contact your local school to get the complete list of available options where you want to learn.
The RIB Skipper Course is an introductory familiarisation course for beginners to RIBs.
Get the essential skills for handling a yacht up to 20 Nautical Miles offshore with this practical course.
The highest level sailing course for recreational yachtsmen.
Practical and theory in yacht seamanship and navigation requires good knowledge of the Inshore Syllabus
a one day course aimed at students wishing to become Inshore Skippers, Offshore Skippers or Yachtmaster Offshore
A great starter course for beginners to sailing or power boating.
Expand Your Skills
At ISS, learning is a continuous journey. After completing a course, you can further enhance your skills by working through our competence tree. Each step builds on your existing knowledge, from dinghy to Commercial.
View the Structure DiagramSail Training Requirements
Power Boat Training Requirements
Extra Skill Training
Theres something for everyone
Contact your local school to find courses or events for everyone.
Kids
Under 16's
Young Sailors
16-22, events and schools.
Adults
It's never too late to learn something new.
Accessible Courses
Look out for upcoming accessible courses.
Compatibility of Our Courses with Other Systems
At ISSA Sailing Schools, we understand that many sailors come to us with prior certifications. Our courses are designed to seamlessly integrate with your existing knowledge and skills, allowing you to pick up where you left off and continue your sailing journey.
ICC Compliant
Some of our courses are ICC compliant, ensuring that you meet the international standards for sailing proficiency around Europe.
Recognition Worldwide
ISSA certifications are recognised the world over for chartering, and proof of capability.