Training
Keyhaven Yacht Club is an RYA Recognised Training Centre, offering powerboating, dinghy sailing and shorebased courses to club members.
Courses are held in the classroom at Keyhaven Yacht Club, Keyhaven, Lymington, SO41 0TR, and on the water in our local operating area.
If none of the dates suit, or are fully booked, do let us know as we may be able to schedule additional dates.
We also offer non-RYA accredited refresher sessions for those with existing qualifications (VHF, Powerboat, Safety Boat), that follow the syllabus and teaching standards of the relevant RYA course.
Cancellation policy
If you have booked and paid for a course and cannot attend, notice must be given at least 28 days prior to the start of the course, when an alternative date may be considered.
Beyond this period, alternatives may be offered at the club's discretion if your space can be filled by another suitable participant.
Keyhaven Yacht Club may cancel or postpone a course at any stage in the event of bad weather, equipment failure/unavailability or otherwise, in which case an alternative date or refund will be offered.
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RYA Dinghy Sailing Courses in Keyhaven, LymingtonWe offer dinghy sailing lessons in Keyhaven, Lymington. Our courses run all year round on club boats and we can occasionally arrange for own-boat tuition if required. Expect to spend most of the time on your course afloat around the Keyhaven & Lymington area - these are practical courses, after all!
Our fleet consists of popular classic and modern dinghies - Lymington River Scows, Topaz Argos, RS Zests and Optimists.
Training for Members
If you're not a member of Keyhaven YC but are interested in visiting the club and finding out more, you can join us as a month-long taster member in conjunction with a course to discover and use club facilities while learning to sail. This taster membership typically works out at £40 for a month. Contact us for more information and advice.
How much do dinghy sailing courses cost?
The cost of a dinghy sailing course at Keyhaven varies depending on the duration and type of course. Member prices typically range from a £170 for a two-day course. Contact us or register to see the latest pricing and availability.
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RYA Powerboating Courses in Keyhaven, LymingtonWe offer RYA powerboat courses all year round on club boats and can occasionally arrange for own-boat tuition if required. Expect to spend most of the time on your course afloat - these are practical courses, after all! Our RYA powerboat courses are run from Keyhaven, Lymington, and often involve navigating the Lymington river and the river Yar as part of the course.
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RYA Shorebased CoursesLooking to enhance your boating skills with an RYA-certified course? Keyhaven Yacht Club, conveniently located near Lymington, offers essential RYA theory courses to help you stay safe and confident on the water.
Our courses are taught by experienced RYA-qualified instructors in a friendly and professional setting, ensuring that you gain the skills and confidence needed for safe boating.
Contact us for more information about joining KYC as a taster or full member to gain access to our shorebased courses.
Why take your course at Keyhaven YC?
- Expert tuition from qualified instructors
- Convenient location for theory courses near Lymington
- Small class sizes for personalized learning
- RYA-affiliated Training Centre
RYA Theory Courses Offered
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RYA Instructor Courses