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Thailand's only RYA Sail Cruising school
Train at Thailand's only RYA-recognised training centre currently offering the RYA Sail Cruising scheme.
Why train with us
Why Phuket Sea School?
Small-group RYA training and liveaboard sailing in the Andaman Sea.
Your whole sailing journey
Join as an individual. Leave as part of a crew.
We do not want to deliver one course and wave goodbye. Our aim is to support your development from a first weekend afloat to confident skippering, advanced passages and, if it is your ambition, professional qualifications.
Many students travel to Phuket alone, while others arrive with a partner or group. Once aboard, everyone becomes part of the same crew. Adults of different ages and backgrounds are welcome, subject to the minimum age, experience and fitness requirements of the course selected.
If you enjoy learning beyond the minimum syllabus, you will fit in well. Our instructors connect each lesson to real passages, local conditions and their own sailing experience—building understanding rather than simply rehearsing an assessment.
Why Phuket Sea School
Sixteen reasons to learn with us
Serious training and high standards can still feel welcoming, personal and enjoyable. These are the details that shape the experience.
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Recognised quality and deep experience
An RYA-recognised training centre backed by more than 30 years of sailing experience and a strong commitment to safe, structured instruction.
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Small groups and active participation
A maximum of five sail-cruising students means more helming, sail handling, navigation practice and individual instructor attention.
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Easy international access
Phuket has direct air services from major cities across Asia, the Gulf and selected European markets. Connections through Bangkok, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Doha and Dubai make the island straightforward to reach from farther afield; individual routes vary by season.
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A genuinely international student community
Our students come from Europe, Asia, the Pacific and the Americas. This broad mix creates multicultural crews, perspectives and friendships that are less common at centres serving mainly one local market; the exact mix varies from course to course.
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Simple and secure online booking
Reserve your place through our easy-to-use booking system. A 50% deposit is required when the deposit option is available, with the 50% balance payable 60 days before the course starts.
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Unrivalled value for money
Small-group instruction, extensive time afloat and clearly explained inclusions create a complete training experience with no unnecessary surprises.
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A fantastic tidal sailing area
Use real tides, passages and pilotage around Phuket while developing stern-to and Mediterranean-style mooring skills and, where relevant, international customs procedures.
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Fast Track opportunities
Progress efficiently through coordinated Day Skipper, Coastal Skipper and Yachtmaster Fast Track pathways, with theory and experience-building planned around your goal.
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Modern, comfortable training yachts
Train aboard an RYA-coded cruising yacht with contemporary electronic navigation, air conditioning and carefully maintained safety equipment.
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A real school base—not a satellite operation
We have an office and dedicated classroom at Phuket Yacht Haven Marina, with the infrastructure and local operational support students need before and after going afloat.
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Sailing adventures beyond RYA courses
Sail for fun through Mile Builders, Andaman cruises and iconic island routes—not only formal training and certification programmes.
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A tropical sailing experience all year
Warm breezes, tropical landscapes, iconic islands, beautiful beaches and welcoming communities make every training week memorable.
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Memorable, plain-English teaching
Learn with passionate, professional and safety-conscious RYA instructors who explain things clearly, make training enjoyable and care about your progression.
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Travel-light liveaboard essentials
Prepared bedding and one onboard towel are included on liveaboard courses, helping students travel with less luggage. Bring a separate beach towel and ask us about other onboard conveniences before arrival.
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A relaxed, non-smoking sailing community
Our training yacht and school are non-smoking environments. Expect unbiased advice on your next step and the chance to remain part of our community with early access to future offers.
Good to know
Straightforward from booking to boarding
Course pages explain prerequisites, tariffs and optional extras before checkout. Published joining instructions then help you prepare for travel, boarding and life aboard.
Read the Terms and ConditionsSolo travellers, couples and groups are all welcome onboard
Course-specific prerequisites and minimum ages shown before booking
A secure participant-information form for every student
Joining instructions and practical travel guidance after booking
The people behind the experience
Meet the team looking after you
Chief Instructor
Steve Miller
An experienced RYA Yachtmaster Instructor known for clear explanations and patient coaching. Two teaching seasons in Langkawi and regular passages between Langkawi and Phuket give Steve valuable knowledge of Andaman weather, routes, anchorages and local sailing conditions.
Base Manager
Daisy Yan
Daisy welcomes students and charter clients, supports travel and arrival arrangements, and coordinates the Cruise Asia base team so preparation, boarding and customer support run smoothly.
Start your journey
Come and sail with us in Phuket
Tell us where you are in your sailing journey and we will help you choose the right course, date and pathway.
