Featured sailing courses
Discover and book sailing courses and experiences worldwide on Find a Sail - your global sailing marketplace.
Master your Theory
Get ready for your practical sailing courses with Online RYA Theory courses delivered by Ardent Training
Royal Yachting Association (RYA) has been setting the standards for sailing education since 1875.
Grow your knowledge with our free, instructor curated sailing resources





Ultimate sailing gear list
If you’re staring into a bag thinking, “What on Earth am I supposed to pack for this sailing trip?”—you’re not alone. After sailing with over 1,000 crewmembers, this is our go-to sailing gear list. Here’s what works, what you can skip, and one bonus item that turns your trip from functional to unforgettable.





Crew or Course? The best way to learn to sail
Should you learn to sail by crewing or taking a formal course? Compare safety, cost, and learning outcomes to find the best path for building sailing confidence.




Which boating course is right for you? Take our Quiz!
Wondering which boating course is right for you? Our quick and easy boating course quiz helps you discover personalized recommendations tailored to your goals and experience. Take the quiz now and chart your course to sailing success!
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At Find a Sail, we’re committed to helping your sailing school thrive.


Our mission is simple: to connect sailing schools with students, so you can focus on what you do best.
By Sailors, for Sailors
We understand your challenges because we’ve lived them. At Find a Sail, we’re sailors down to the bone. From night watches in bitter rain to the joy of hearing, “this was the best week of my life!”, we know the highs and lows of running a sailing business—including the struggle to fill those last empty bunks.
Bridging the Gap in the Industry
That’s why we built Find a Sail: to bridge the gap between sailing schools and students. No more endless hours on marketing. Instead, you can focus on what you do best—providing unforgettable sailing courses & experiences.