Sailing Theory Courses: Online or Classroom?


Can’t decide whether to take your sailing theory courses online or in the classroom? We list the benefits to each method so you can decide which learning style is right for you.

Sailing Theory Courses Are A Great Way To Start Learning To Sail Today!

Before you set sail on your Caribbean learn to sail course, you have the choice to study a 5 day intensive shore based theory course with your instructor in Grenada, or to take the course online in your own time. Each method has its pros and cons, which we look into below.

Sailing Theory Courses – Classroom Based Learning

Sailing theory courses in Grenada - successful students!

A huge benefit to classroom based sailing theory courses is having the instructor right there in front of you. You can ask questions, adjust the pace of learning, and adapt the course structure based on previous knowledge. The tuition can be tailored to suit you personally and many students are appreciative of this. No wasting time going over things you may have already learned before!

RYA Sailing Theory Courses

Within a group you have the support of your classmates, as well as one-on-one tuition with your instructor. At Bluewater Sailing, we have a maximum of 4 students per class to maximise the quality one-on-one training and make the theory course interesting, fun and relaxing to work through.

Our sailing theory courses are taught over 40 hours with two examination papers. We can schedule this to be covered as a series of short sessions or as an intensive 5 day shore based course. 

A great part of the course is that you get to stay in Grenada and explore our beautiful island too. This coupled with a 5 or 7 day practical sailing course will give you a well-rounded vacation – land based stay in Grenada and afterwards sailing through the stunning Grenadines.

Sailing Theory Courses – Distance e-Learning

Distance e-Learning is focused on delivering RYA sailing theory courses to students around the globe. The courses have been designed to fit in with today’s busy lifestyles, delivering online course materials that can be accessed via any device with internet access.

Navathome is one of the longest providers of RYA courses online. Our automated feedback systems, animated graphics and optional voice-overs give a learning experience unmatched by any of our competitors.

Sailing Theory Courses in the Caribbean

NavAtHome are a well reviewed online provider and you can access their courses here: https://www.navathome.com/

Fast access

Access to you course is immediate when you book, and your learning can start straight away.

Dedicated Team

You are provided with backup and help by our RYA Ocean Yachtmaster instructors.

Support seven days a week

Your instructor will be available from 0900 until 1900 seven days a week to provide help and support should you need it.

Great for those who have vacation time restraints! Sailing theory courses are accessible to all types of learning styles. Start learning to sail today and book your classroom course here.