Dinghy Instructor Course: Get RYA Certified in 6 weeks

Love sailing but don’t know how to turn it into a career? Many struggle to find the right dinghy instructor course that provides the training, qualifications, and experience needed to get hired. Without the right certifications, it’s hard to land a job in the industry.

Training can be expensive, time-consuming, and confusing to navigate. Seafarer Academy’s six-week intensive dinghy instructor course in Lefkas, Greece, gives you everything you need. You’ll earn your RYA Dinghy Instructor certification and gain real teaching experience.

In addition, you’ll complete your RYA Safe & Fun, Powerboat Level 2,  First Aid course and the Pre-entry Assessment. This course will fast-track your future as a certified RYA Dinghy Instructor.

Some people dream of a life on the water. Others make it happen. Seafarer Academy’s fast-track watersports instructor training is for the second group.

Over six action-packed weeks, you will not just train. Instead, you will live and breathe the skills needed to become an RYA Dinghy Instructor. Every day is hands-on. You will perfect your sailing technique in sunlit waters. At the same time, you will gain real teaching experience at a busy RYA Training Centre.

Alongside expert coaching, you’ll develop key safety and leadership skills essential for instructors. Training is taking place in the stunning Ionian Sea, where warm waters and steady winds help you progress faster. By the end, you will have an internationally recognised RYA Dinghy Instructor certification.

Last but not least, you will gain work experience and the confidence to start your career.

Weeks 1-2

Week 1-2 of the dinghy instructor course is all about getting you comfortable on the water. You’ll sail daily, learning how to handle a dinghy in different wind conditions. Moreover, you’ll learn to fine-tune boat control, safety techniques, and wind awareness.

Through expert coaching, you will complete RYA Levels 1-3, ensuring you have the skills to move forward. Training in Lefkas offers warm waters and predictable breezes, making it the perfect place to fast-track your progress. By the end of this phase, you’ll be ready to take the next step toward becoming an instructor.

Week 3

You’ve mastered the basics. Now, it’s time to step into the role of an instructor. In Week 3 of the dinghy instructor course, you will start the RYA Assistant Instructor Course.

This course is about learning how to break down techniques and coach students effectively. You’ll also complete RYA Powerboat Level 2, essential for supporting sailors and running safety operations. As you refine your personal sailing ability, you’ll practice delivering instructions with clarity and confidence.

This is where you begin to think like an instructor, preparing for hands-on teaching experience in the next phase.

Week 4

Week 4 of the dinghy instructor course is where theory meets reality. This is your chance to apply what you’ve learned in a busy RYA Training Centre. You will assist with real sailing lessons, helping students build confidence on the water.

Simultaneously, you’ll take on safety boat operations, ensuring smooth and secure sessions. Working alongside experienced instructors, you’ll gain hands-on experience in coaching, group management, and centre operations. By the end of the week, you’ll feel prepared to lead your own sessions.

As a result, this will set you up for final assessment in Week 5.

Weeks 5-6

The final two weeks of the dinghy instructor course focus on two things.  First, it’s about fine-tuning your skills and then proving you’re ready to teach. You’ll complete advanced training in Seamanship, Spinnaker handling, First Aid, and essential theory.

Then, it’s time for the Pre-entry Assessment and RYA Moderation. The Pre-entry Assessment will be conducted by an external RYA Trainer. This assessment gives candidates the perfect opportunity to showcase the sailing skills and techniques mastered during their training.

Additionally, following the assessment, Week 6 includes detailed sessions exploring essential RYA Instructor skills. Candidates will also learn key responsibilities and standards required for effective sailing instruction. At the week’s end, an external RYA Moderator will conduct a final moderation.

As a result, this ensures each candidate meets the rigorous standards set by the Royal Yachting Association. By the end of Week 6, you’ll graduate as a certified RYA Dinghy Instructor. You will be fully prepared to start your career on the water.

Want to turn your love for sailing into a career? To work as a watersports instructor, you need the right qualifications.

The RYA Dinghy Instructor certification is essential for teaching at recognised sailing schools worldwide. Furthermore, the RYA Powerboat Level 2 is required for safety boat operations. This ensures you can assist students in real conditions.

You’ll complete the RYA First Aid course and the Safe & Fun safeguarding module, as well. Both are mandatory for working with students of all ages. Seafarer Academy makes the process simple.

Our dinghy instructor course includes all these qualifications, plus hands-on experience in a real RYA Training Centre. You’ll leave fully certified, confident, and job-ready.

Ready to start your instructor journey? Join Seafarer Academy today and gain everything you need to teach sailing professionally.

The dinghy instructor course at Seafarer Academy provides a structured, step-by-step path to RYA certification. You’ll complete essential qualifications, gain real teaching experience, and refine your sailing skills.

Unlike other courses, Seafarer’s intensive six-week programme includes Powerboat Level 2 and First Aid. You’ll also get hands-on coaching at a busy RYA Training Centre. This means you graduate job-ready, with everything employers require.

With expert guidance, a stunning training location, and flexible payment plans, Seafarer makes it easy to start your career.

Book your place today and take the first step toward becoming a professional watersports instructor.

Not quite ready for the dinghy instructor course? Seafarer also offers a range of RYA-certified training courses to build your skills. You can complete RYA Dinghy Sailing Levels 1-3, Powerboat & Safety Boat Training, or Private Tuition for personalised coaching.

Looking for yacht sailing courses instead? Click here to check out our guide to RYA training, covering Competent Crew, Day Skipper, and more.

You’re just six weeks away from becoming a certified RYA Dinghy Instructor. With our dinghy instructor course, you can gain expert training, real teaching experience, and internationally recognised qualifications. Seafarer Academy fast-tracks your watersports career. So why wait?

Apply now and secure your spot!

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