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 Cruising & Learning
    Eureka II
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    Derwent Hunter
    Alexander Stewart
 Learn To Sail
    Double-O-Seven
    Monkey Magic
 Training Courses
    Yachting Australia
    YA Courses
    Int'l Yachtmaster
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    STCW 95
 Other Courses
    Senior First Aid
    Learn Theory
    MROCP
    USL Coxswain
    USL Master 5
    RSML
 
THE WHITSUNDAY MARINE ACADEMY
Why choose our sailing school?

Our sailing school is located in the tropical sailing paradise of the Whitsunday Islands, half way between Brisbane and Cairns. As well as learn to sail you will also have the chance to see the many wonders of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, including magnificent beaches, coral reef and marine life.

We are a sailing school with a sense of adventure where you are able to learn to sail with professionals. If you want a sailing school where you can learn to sail and complete internationally recognised sail training courses which are challenging and most importantly, fun, please contact us.

As professional sailors our instructors are all qualified Yachtmaster Offshore or Ocean Instructors with a Certificate IV in work place training and assessment. We have been operating in the Whitsunday Islands for over 10 years and have developed a reputation for personalised service and training excellence.

Our sail training vessels of the highest standard and fully equipped for the level of course you are undertaking. They are in the requisite survey with Marine Safety Queensland and we have permits from the authorities to operate in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.

Learn to sail on sail training cruises from 2 days to 10 days and enjoy the thrill of overnight anchoring in secluded tropical island bays while our skipper and host help prepare a sumptuous meal and discuss the days adventures. Accommodation on board varies from vessel to vessel and ranges from share racing boat style share cabins to private double cabins.

   Yachting Australia Yacht Cruising Courses
- Introductory - Yachtmaster Offshore
- Competent Crew - Yachtmaster Ocean
- Inshore Skipper - Instructor Courses
- Coastal Skipper  
   International Yachtmaster Training®
- Introduction to Yachting
- International Crew Certificate
- Radio Operators Certificate
- International Bare Boat Watchkeeper
- International Certificate of Competency
- International Bare Boat Captain/Skipper
- IYT Yachtmaster Coastal (M.C.A recognised)
- IYT Yachtmaster Offshore (M.C.A rec.)
- IYT Yachtmaster Ocean (M.C.A recognised)
   Other Courses
- Marine Operators Certificate Of Proficency
- Recreational Ship Masters Licence
- Senior First Aid
- USL Coxswain
- USL Master 5
 
For more information on sailing adventures please visit our friends at Prosail or Oz Adventure sailing.
Learning Options  
Cruising & Learning
 

Introductory, Competent Crew or Inshore Skipper course conducted on one of the Academy's approved Aussie Adventure Sailing vessels while you enjoy the adventure and discovery of a two or six day cruise through the magnificent waters of the Whitsunday Islands. In addition to learning to sail you will be enjoying the fun of cruising, swimming, snorkelling or lazing on a beach with a group of other like minded people.

 

Learn To Sail
 

Similar to Cruising and Learning in that the course is live-aboard while we cruise the Whitsunday Islands. Difference is that we have only limited numbers [max 6 students] and the total focus is on the course syllabus and learning to sail. On these cruises there is reduced time dedicated to other tourism activities leaving more hands-on time to practice your new skills. Courses available are from Introductory through to Yachtmaster.

 

 

We can also offer you courses from Introductory through to Yachtmaster Ocean using a combination of shore based and/or "on vessel" training (structured to suit your needs and budget). These courses can be arranged for groups or individuals and are personalised to suit your circumstances. Specific courses can also be arranged in areas of interest such as coastal navigation.

 

 

The Marine Whitsunday Academy also regularly conducts coastal passages along the Queensland Coast on which we provide the opportunity for participants to complete their Competent Crew, Inshore Skipper or Yachtmaster Offshore and Ocean Courses. Not only an exceptional learning experience, these coastal passages also provide valuable sea time for those wishing to upgrade their sailing qualifications or as a Mile Builder.

 

 

©Whitsunday Marine Academy.
PO Box 1133 Airlie Beach, Qld, Australia, 4802
Bookings Ph: +61 (7) 4948 2350 Fax: +61 (7) 4948 2352 wma@whitsunday.net.au