Dinghy Instructor Course

Activity overview

Becoming an RYA Dinghy Instructor (DI) opens the door to an exciting career teaching and inspiring the next generation of sailors. This 4-day training course focuses on developing your teaching skills, communication styles, and practical coaching methods, both afloat and ashore.

Throughout the course, you will be guided by an experienced RYA Coach/Assessor and supported in learning how to deliver safe, enjoyable, and structured sessions. On the final day, a separate RYA Coach/Assessor will moderate the course to ensure consistent standards are met. By the end of the week, you will have gained the tools and confidence to run sessions, manage groups, and provide quality instruction under the RYA schemes.

What to expect

• Training in teaching techniques afloat and ashore
• Developing effective communication styles
• Course preparation, delivery, and session management
• Coaching to the RYA syllabus for youth and adult sailors
• Managing groups safely and efficiently
• Customer liaison and professionalism
• Continuous feedback, guidance, and final moderation

Before attending, you must hold:

• RYA Powerboat Level 2
• RYA Safe and Fun
• RYA First Aid certificate
• RYA Pre-Assessment (book here)

Last updated 8:23pm on 14 September 2025