Who is Langkawi Sailing School?
We are an RYA recongnised training Centre, offering the full range of RYA practical and theory sail training Courses based on the RYA Cruising Scheme. We are the only School offering RYA Fastrack training in SE Asia.

Where are we based?
We operate out of Telaga Harbour Marina, Langkawi, Malaysia. Our Courses take place in the stunning Andaman Sea, situated between the Indian Ocean and the West Coast of Thailand and Malaysia. Our sailing area extends as far as Singapore in the South and Burma in the North. Crew change Ports include Port Klang, Penang, Langkawi, and Phuket in Thailand, SE Asia.

What is included in the price?
Practical Courses;
Your food and accommodation onboard the boat, fuel, mooring fees, Customs and immigration charges, bedding, tuition and RYA Certificates .

Shorebased Courses;
Course pack, tuition, exam fees, and certificates.

What is not included?
Personal Travel Insurance, we recommend you arrange an insurance covering adventure pursuits such as Offshore sailing

Practical Courses;
Food and drink taken ashore, Drinks onboard excluding water, fruit juices, tea and Coffee. Towels. RYA Yachtmaster and Coastal Skipper Exam Fees. (Payable direct to the RYA)

Shorebased Courses;
Accommodation and food and transport. Rooms are available in the Pantai Cenang area of Langkawi from 10 Euros per night, there is a great variety of restaurants and Cafes to suit all tastes and budgets. Transport is normally motor scooter (from 5 euros per day, or car hire. Our students sometimes get together and car share.

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How many students are on the Course?
Each Course has a maximum of 5 people.

When does the Course start and finish?
Our 6 day practical course starts at 1900hrs on a Sunday evening. The Course finishes with clean up and issue of certificates on Saturday morning. You will be clear of the yacht by 1200hrs.
Our Shorebased Courses run for 5 days. They start at 0900hrs Wed morning and finish around 1700hrs Sunday evening.
Our Sail Training Modules and Fastrack Courses are an extension of this and based around the same framework.

Is everyone doing the same course?
No, each Course will have a mixture of experience, ability, and level of competence, trainee Skippers will be working with all levels which is perfect for learning from each other.

Which is the right Course for me?
We will request information from you about your previous experience and any qualifications you already have. We also ask you why you want to do the course. We will then advise you the best way to progress with your training and which course will suit you best. Pre-Course requirements are posted on our website for each Course.

What should I bring with me?
Details of what to bring are included in your Course Joining Instructions. RYA Log books and publications are available for purchase from Langkawi Sailing School

How far is the yacht from the nearest airport?
The yacht will always be close to an International airport for the crew change. Airports are Langkawi and Phuket with regular and cheap flights to Kuala Lumpor they are the most convenient. Detailed directions of how to find us and where to meet are included in your Course Joining Instructions.

What type of boats will I be on?
Kay Sira is a Slipper 42ft sailing Ketch, Aeolus is a Beneteau Oceanis 35ft sloop. Click here for more info

What safety Equipment is supplied onboard?
Our Vessels are approved RYA training vessels. They comply with the RYA Safety Equipment check list and carry LifeRafts, Life Jackets, Flares, Fire Fighting Equipment, First aid Kit, etc. They are inspected Annually by a representative from the RYA

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Will I get my own cabin?
Sleeping space is allocated on a course by course basis and this is done at the start of the course, you may have to share your cabin but we try to keep cabins available for couples or friends if we can.

Are there laundry facilities?
These are available at most ports of call and they usually have an overnight service.

Is there easy access to the internet?
Wireless connections are available at all the marinas. You can also get online via mobile phone. Coverage is good and reasonably priced.

Do I have to cook any meals?
As part of the crew you will make a contribution to the running of the yacht. This includes the preparation of meals and clean up afterwards.

Are special food requirements catered for?
Yes, your joining instructions ask you to inform us of any special food requirements. We will do our best to accommodate your requests.

How far do we sail and where do we go?
On a typical 6 day practical Course we would sail between 150-200 Nm. The ports visited will depend on the trip you sign up for. Click here for program
Sample itineraries are posted on our website.

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