Irish Offshore Sailing Academy Ltd

Irish Offshore Sailing Academy Limited is an Irish-owned, family-run yacht training centre that has been shaping confident skippers since 2010. Based in Dun Laoghaire, Dublin, the academy welcomes everyone from complete beginners eager for a short sail around Dublin Bay to aspiring professionals seeking internationally recognised qualifications.

The school offers a comprehensive suite of RYA/ISA-accredited courses, including Dayskipper (theory and practical), Competent Crew, RYA VHF Radio, Sea Survival, First Aid, and the full-time Professional Yachtmaster Offshore Commercial programme (14 weeks). Flexible learning options are available, with shore-based, offshore, and online modules, as well as specialised events such as a four-day offshore yacht race in June. Prices are transparent, and one-to-one tuition is offered for personalised instruction.

With a reputation built on quality training, approachable instructors and a strong community of alumni, Irish Offshore Sailing Academy provides the practical skills and confidence needed to navigate Irish waters and beyond, whether for leisure cruising or a career at sea.