Cruising
"Cumbrae's West Coast Cruise was fantastic - breathtaking scenery, wonderful wildlife and a friendly skipper! Our cruise was great value for money - will definitely book up again!"
Unlike many other cruising course providers we have no hidden or extra costs. Waterproof hire, fuel and berthing fees are all included and food is provided for the duration of the whole course. You will require to bring your own sleeping bag, light wellies or trainers, warm clothing, towel and toiletries.
The centre boasts 2 superb yachts, which are ideal for learning, improving and gaining advanced qualifications for sailing. All cruises have an RYA Cruising Instructor onboard ensuring your safety and learning. You will live aboard the yacht and stay somewhere different each night.
Cruising Groups - Organise a group of 5 people and 1 goes free!
Weekend Cruises
Age 16 +
Suitable for all sailors from complete beginners to experienced sailors. They are great courses for exploring the Clyde estuary in and around the islands. The time afloat can count as sea time towards cruising qualifications or for completing the RYA Start Yachting syllabus. Many people go just for fun!
Cruises start and finish at Largs Yacht Haven.
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Low Season Cost £180
- 4 Apr 08 - 6 Apr 08
- 11 Apr 08 - 13 Apr 08
- 18 Apr 08 - 20 Apr 08
- 25 Apr 08 - 27 Apr 08
- 2 May 08 - 4 May 08
- 9 May 08 - 11 May 08
- 16 May 08 - 18 May 08
- 23 May 08 - 25 May 08
High Season Cost £195
- 30 May 08 - 1 June 08
- 13 June 08 - 15 June 08
- 20 June 08 - 22 June 08
- 27 June 08 - 29 June 08
- 18 July 08 - 20 July 08
- 22 Aug 08 - 24 Aug 08
- 29 Aug 08 - 31 Aug 08
- 5 Sept 08 - 7 Sept 08
- 12 Sept 08 - 14 Sept 08
- 19 Sept 08 - 21 Sept 08
- 26 Sept 08 - 28 Sept 08
- 10 Oct 08 - 12 Oct 08
- 17 Oct 08 - 19 Oct 08
- 24 Oct 08 - 26 Oct 08
5 Day Cruises
Age 16 +
These run from Sunday evening – Friday afternoon. A great way to enjoy some sailing whilst gaining instruction. Suitable for clients working towards RYA Competent Crew, Day Skipper or Coastal Skipper course completion certificates or those looking to log more sea time sea, or even just for fun! Beginners welcome.
Low Season Cost £395
- 6 Apr 08 - 11 Apr 08
- 13 Apr 08 - 18 Apr 08
- 27 Apr 08 - 2 May 08
- 4 May 08 - 9 May 08
- 11 May 08 - 16 May 08
- 25 May 08 - 30 May 08
- 28 Sept 08 - 3 Oct 08
- 12 Oct 08 - 17 Oct 08
- 26 Oct 08 - 31 Oct 08
High Season Cost £425
- 1 June 08 - 6 June 08
- 8 June 08 - 13 June 08
- 22 June 08 - 27 June 08
- 29 June 08 - 4 July 08
- 20 July 08 - 25 July 08
- 24 Aug 08 - 29 Aug 08
- 31 Aug 08 - 5 Sept 08
- 7 Sept 08 - 12 Sept 08
- 14 Sept 08 - 19 Sept 08
- 21 Sept 08 - 26 Sept 08
Fife Regatta Cruise
Age 16 +
The classic yachts built & designed by William Fife will be returning to the Clyde for a spectacular show of sail. This is a unique opportunity to cruise amongst some of the finest yachts ever built while developing your own skills. For more information about the Fife Regatta visit www.fiferegatta.com
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Cost £195
- 20 June 08 - 22 June 08
Fife Regatta Cruise
Age 16 +
Follow the yachts as they visit a number of venues around the Clyde such as Helensburgh, Rothesay, the Kyles of Bute and Largs. This cruise will also provide you with good quality sailing tuition.
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Cost £425
- 22 June 08 - 27 June 08
RYA Coastal Skipper Practical Course
Age 18 +
The course aims to give those with previous skippering experience the skills and confidence to skipper a yacht on coastal passages by day and night. A course completion certificate can be awarded at the end of the course. Completion of this course reduces the mileage requirement for those considering going on to take a Coastal Skipper examination. See Exam prep course.
Low Season Cost £395
- 4 May 08 - 9 May 08
High Season Cost £425
- 1 June 08 - 6 June 08
- 24 Aug 08 - 29 Aug 08
- 21 Sept 08 - 26 Sept 08
RYA Yachtmaster/Coastal Skipper Exam Preparation
Age 18 +
Five day courses tailored to deliver the skills required to succeed in obtaining the above qualifications. The instructor will support you in the desired areas and provide a worthwhile experience before the examiner comes on board on the Thursday.
If you require to be examined you need to apply to RYA Scotland to organise this aspect – 0131 317 7388
A SRC (GMDSS) and First Aid certificate are required if being assessed.
Low Season Cost £395
- 20 Apr 08 - 25 Apr 08
- 18 May 08 - 23 May 08
High Season Cost £425
- 15 June 08 - 20 June 08
- 13 July 08 - 18 July 08
- 31 Aug 08 - 5 Sept 08
- 19 Oct 08 - 24 Oct 08
Venture Further Cruise
Age 16 +
LARGS TO DUNSTAFFNAGE
This cruise provides excellent opportunities for logging sea miles and furthering sailing experiences. The West Coast of Scotland is the best cruising area in the British Isles and sailing here you are rewarded with remote anchorages, strong tidal influences, dramatic scenery and a whole new pace of life. Transport is supplied back to your starting point.
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- Mile Builder Cruises
- Mile Builder Cruises
Cost £450
- 27 July 08 - 2 Aug 08
Mile Builder Cruises
Age 16 +
A great way to experience fast cruising. More sailing and less stopping is the name of the game on these trips. Great courses to build experience, sail offshore and log sea miles. Choose either the Scottish or Irish passage.
Option 1
Scotland: Dunstaffnage to Largs
Option 2
Ireland: Largs to Ireland rtn
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- Venture Further Cruise
- Hebridean Cruises
Option 1 Cost £250
- 17 Aug 08 - 20 Aug 08
Option 2 Cost £424
- 29 June 08 - 4 July 08
Hebridean Cruises
Age 16 +
Starting and finishing at Dunstaffnage these are great cruises undertaken in the UK’s most spectacular sailing waters, even our staff draw lots to do them! The route will be made in conjunction with your preferences and the weather forecasts. This cruise is offered over seven or eight nights, allowing you plenty of time to sail and explore the dramatic scenery of Scotland’s west coast and discover its many remote island destinations. Transport can be provided from Largs if required.
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- 5 Day Cruises
- Mile Builder Cruises
Cost £595
- 2 Aug 08 - 9 Aug 08
Cost £660
- 9 Aug 08 - 17 Aug 08
Professional Yachtmaster Training
Age 18 +
sportscotland’s National Centre Cumbrae will deliver an intensive course that will lead to all the sailing qualifications necessary for you to become a yachtmaster.
The intensive style of this course is ideal for creating career opportunities as well as for those wishing to gain RYA qualifications for personal recreational use.
Over the 18-week course you will work towards RYA Yachtmaster (commercially endorsed). This qualification could create opportunities to work onboard yachts, become a skipper, cruising instructor, provide yacht deliveries or confidently cruise your own yacht throughout the world.
Other qualifications gained include:
RYA Competent Crew and Dayskipper practical
RYA Dayskipper and Yachtmaster shorebased Theory
RYA Short Range Certificate (VHF) incl GMDSS Operations
RYA First Aid Course
RYA Sea Survival
RYA ISAF Offshore Safety
RYA Small Craft Radar Operations
RYA Diesel Engine Maintenance
RYA Powerboat Level 2
The sailing areas will encompass the sheltered waters of the Firth of Clyde and its many islands, the Irish Sea and the west coast of Scotland. click for PDF about the course
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18 Weeks Cost £8600
- 4 Aug 08 - 5 Dec 08
| Course | Duration | Age | Requirements | Experience |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RYA Start Sailing | 2 days | 16 | None | None |
| RYA Competent Crew | 5 days | 16 | None | None |
| RYA Day Skipper | 5 days | 16 | None | 10 days, 200 logged sea miles and 8 hours night sailing |
| RYA Coastal Skipper | 5 days | 18 | Valid First Aid | 30 days with 2 days as skipper, 800 Certificate VHF licence logged sea miles and 12 hours night sailing |
| RYA Yachtmaster | 5 days | 18 | Valid First Aid Certificate, VHF licence | 50 days, 2,500 logged sea miles including 5 passages of over 60 miles which must include 2 as skipper and 2 overnight passages |
| All other cruises | 2- 5 days | 16+ | None | None |