offshore sailing academy

Contact
years of experience with training at offshore Sailing Acagemy
+
Careers begun at Offshore Sailing Academy
0 +
Students qualified for different sailing programs
0 +

Our Sailing Courses

Day Skipper-A group of friends with beaming smiles enjoys a sunny day sailing off the coast of Durban, South Africa. The sparkling ocean and clear blue sky provide a picturesque backdrop as they share laughter.

Intro to sailing

Sailing Academy Durban a close up of ropes and the ocean a black and white photo

Yacht Crew Course

Sailing Academy Durban- the view of a Sail and a yacht and in the background blue ocean and blue sky a stunning day on the Indian ocean

Day Skipper Course

Sailing Academy Durban- a stunning light blue to pink Durban Sunset on the Indian ocean

Combo - Yacht crew & day Skipper

Yacht Hand and Day Skipper: A divers group of Students engaged in intensive training, mastering the skills required for both yacht hand and skipper roles. The image reflects the structured and comprehensive nature of offshore sailing academy's course curriculum.

Coastal Skipper Course

Sailing Academy Durban- a stunning light blue to pink Durban Sunset on the Indian ocean

Coastal Skipper – Zero to Hero

Up to 10% discounts apply to group bookings! Please get in touch for more information.

Offshore Sailing Academy Durban on a stunning sunny day with blue sky, Palm Trees on the one side and Sailing Yachts on the Other

Learn more about our services .

Coastal Skipper: An image capturing the transformation of a novice sailor into a skilled coastal skipper. The student confidently handles the helm of a yacht, navigating through coastal waters with ease and precision. In the background, the Durban skyline appears on the horizon on a sunny day.

Day Sailing and Charter

Combo Course- Yacht crew & day Skipper: This image shows a group of Offshore Sailing Academy students with big smiles enjoying a day on the Indian Ocean. In the background, The sparkling ocean, clear blue sky and the South African coast line appearing on the horizon on a sunny day.

Mileage Trips

Sailing Academy Durban- a stunning deep blue to bright yellow Durban Sunset on the Indian ocean

port night entry

Coastal Skipper - Zero to Hero: It's a Sunny Day on the Durban Harbour This Image is showing a group of 22 Sailing School Students Celebrating their Success!

Team Building

services

About Offshore Sailing Academy

Learning to sail is best done with an experienced yachting school. Offshore Sailing Academy has over 35 years of sail training experience,  with a combination of tried and tested methods as well as modern techniques. Our boat is well suited and well maintained. 

All of this provides the best learning environment for you, so give us a call! Our experienced sailing instructors use modern training techniques to build your confidence on our yacht out at sea, and make sure that your sailing experience with us is an excellent one.
 
about

Feb 22
- Mar 22
2025

Coastal Skipper - Zero to Hero

From Zero to Hero with
Offshore Sailing Academy

Details

What our Sailing Students have to say about our Courses:

My introduction to the rich and famous…

Genene F – S.P.I.C.E. Course

I started my Spice course with Offshore Sailing Academy in October 2005, and I will start by saying it was the best career move I ever made choosing..

read more.. 

Certainly one of the best times of my life…

Drikus D – Yachtmaster course

Hi Offshore, I’ve passed and beaming with a sense of achievement and accomplishment after one of the biggest moments of my life.

read more.. 

Extensive knowledge, professionalism…

Neil S – Combo Course

I recently completed my Yacht Skipper’s combo course with Offshore Sailing Academy – what a fantastic experience! Although I have..

read more.. 

Testimonials

Durban, the city we love.

Durban is located on the east coast of South Africa, being the largest city of the Kwa-Zulu Natal province. Durban, also known as “surf city”, is home to golden beaches and a laid back sunshine lifestyle.

Durban

Visit Our Gallery:

A Visual Journey Through Our World

Coastal Skipper - from Zero to Hero this image displays our beautiful vessel Stardust sailing in the sunset
Day Skipper Course: A confident student at the helm of a sailing yacht, navigating through clear blue waters. The student demonstrates their newfound knowledge of navigation and seamanship.
Intro to Sailing: A group of enthusiastic beginners learning the basics of sailing in the Durban Sailing school on a sunny day. Smiles all around.
Mileage Trips: A group of experienced sailors aboard a yacht, embarking on a Mileage-Trip across open waters. The image conveys a sense of adventure and camaraderie as they set sail for distant horizons.
Day Skipper-A group of friends with beaming smiles enjoys a sunny day sailing off the coast of Durban, South Africa. The sparkling ocean and clear blue sky provide a picturesque backdrop as they share laughter.
Yacht Crew Course-A image showing students engaged in hoisting sails. In the background, the Durban skyline appears on the horizon on a cloudy day.
Yacht Hand and Day Skipper: A divers group of Students engaged in intensive training, mastering the skills required for both yacht hand and skipper roles. The image reflects the structured and comprehensive nature of offshore sailing academy's course curriculum.
Coastal Skipper: An image capturing the transformation of a novice sailor into a skilled coastal skipper. The student confidently handles the helm of a yacht, navigating through coastal waters with ease and precision. In the background, the Durban skyline appears on the horizon on a sunny day.
Friends with beaming smiles enjoys a sunny day with Offshore Sailing Academy off the coast of Durban, South Africa. The sparkling ocean and clear blue sky provide a picturesque backdrop as they share laughter and camaraderie aboard the sailboat.
Intro to Sailing: A group of enthusiastic beginners learning the basics of sailing aboard a small sailboat on a calm, sunny day. Smiles all around as they grasp the ropes and feel the wind in their sails for the first time. In the background, the Durban skyline appears on the horizon.
Team Buiding-This image shows two whales blowing with their heads above the water, the sparkling Indian Ocean off the South African Coastline and clear blue sky providing a picturesque backdrop.
Combo Course- Yacht crew & day Skipper:This image is showing a confident student at the helm of a sailing yacht, navigating through clear blue waters under the watchful eye of an experienced instructor. The student demonstrates their newfound knowledge of navigation and seamanship. The sparkling ocean and clear blue sky provide a picturesque backdrop as they share laughter.
Combo Course- Yacht crew & day Skipper: This image shows a group of Offshore Sailing Academy students with big smiles enjoying a day on the Indian Ocean. In the background, The sparkling ocean, clear blue sky and the South African coast line appearing on the horizon on a sunny day.
Combo Course- Yacht crew & Day Skipper: This image is showing a group of friends with beaming smiles enjoys a sunny day sailing off the coast of Durban, South Africa. The sparkling ocean and clear blue sky provide a picturesque backdrop as they share laughter
Sailing Academy Durban -This image is showing a close-up image of students diligently practicing knots and rigging techniques on the deck of a yacht. Their hands expertly maneuvering ropes under the guidance of an instructor, preparing them for yacht crew roles.
Sailing Academy Durban -This image is showing Students gathered around a table in the Class room, engaged in intensive training activities, mastering the skills required for both yacht hand and skipper roles. The image reflects the structured and comprehensive nature of the Offshore Sailing Academy course curriculum.
Intro to Sailing - A sunny day on the Indian Ocean a Crew of Students smiling at the Camera
Team Building- Offshore Sailing Academy students taking a swim in the deep blue Indian ocean
Team Building- Offshore Sailing Academy Students with bright Smiles on their faces enjoying a sunny day with blue sky on the Indian ocean with the Durban skyline on the Horizon
Yacht Crew- A sunny day on the Indian Ocean and a crew of Offshore Sailing Academy students are Smiling at the Camera
Yacht Crew- A sunny day on the Indian Ocean and a crew of Offshore Sailing Academy students are Smiling at the Camera
Yacht Crew- A sunny day on the Indian Ocean and a crew of Offshore Sailing Academy students are Smiling at the Camera
Combo Course-A sunny day on the Indian Ocean and a crew of Offshore Sailing Academy students are Smiling at the Camera in the background the Durban Skyline
Day Skipper-A sunny day on the Indian Ocean and a crew of Offshore Sailing Academy students are Smiling at the Camera
Day skipper-A sunny day on the Indian Ocean and a crew of Offshore Sailing Academy students are Smiling at the Camera in the background the Durban Skyline
Offshore Sailing Academy Durban- This image is showing the Durban Skyline from a yacht in the Durban Harbour, it shows Owner and Chief Instructor Werner de Kock
Port Night Entry- Offshore Sailing Academy Students with bright Smiles on their faces sailing into a Stunning yellow to purple Sunset
Coastal Skipper - Zero to Hero: It's a Sunny Day on the Durban Harbour This Image is showing a group of 22 Sailing School Students Celebrating their Success!
Coastal Skipper Zero to Hero- Closeup of Offshore Sailing Academy Students working with ropes
Coastal Skipper Course -A sunny day on the Indian Ocean and a crew of Offshore Sailing Academy students are Smiling at the Camera
Day Skipper-A day on the Indian Ocean and a crew of Offshore Sailing Academy students are Smiling at the Camera in the background the Durban Skyline
Crew Placement- A sunny day on the Indian Ocean and a crew of Offshore Sailing Academy students are Smiling at the Camera
Gallery

Sail Training South Africa

Learning to sail is best done with an experienced yachting school. We have successfully helped over 30,000 sailing students qualify for a number of different sailing programmes. With our highly experienced instructors, who use the most modern methods of training, we can help build your confidence and prepare you for a career at sea.

Subscribe to our newsletter