Frequently Asked Questions

What is BVI Sailing Coach?

BVI Sailing Coach is a US Sailing and US Powerboating–certified school offering a range of hands-on boating courses in the beautiful British Virgin Islands. Whether you’re brand new to sailing or looking to refresh your skills, we provide both day and liveaboard instruction with experienced, certified instructors.

Yes! Our courses follow the national standards set by US Sailing and US Powerboating, and our certifications are widely recognized across the United States and internationally. Perfect if you’re preparing to charter, skipper, or simply build your skills.

We offer a full range of sail and powerboat instruction, including:

We’re based in the *British Virgin Islands (BVI), primarily operating out of Tortola. Our sailing routes often include world-class destinations like Norman Island, Cooper Island, and Virgin Gorda.

After you book, we’ll send you a full packing list. Essentials include:

  • Soft-sided luggage (no hard suitcases)
  • Non-marking boat shoes or sandals
  • Quick-dry, lightweight clothing
  • Hat, sunglasses, reef-safe sunscreen
  • Valid passport (must be valid for at least 6 months beyond travel dates)

You can:

  • Fill out the form on our homepage
  • Email us at info@bvisailingcoach.com
  • Or call/WhatsApp one of our team members +12843425990 — we’re happy to help plan the right course for your goals
Who teaches the courses?

All our courses are taught by a team of certified, experienced instructors with backgrounds in both sailing and powerboating. We match the instructor to your learning goals to ensure a safe, effective, and fun experience.

A liveaboard course means you’ll live on the boat during your training — typically for 5 to 7 days. It’s a relaxed, immersive way to learn, and it’s suitable for all experience levels, including beginners. You’ll build real-world confidence by practicing your skills daily in an amazing tropical setting.

  • Refresher Courses: Ideal for sailors who haven’t been on the water in a while or want to rebuild confidence before chartering.
  • Own Boat Tuition: We come aboard your boat (in the BVI or select locations) and train you directly on your vessel — sail or power.

These programs are fully customizable to your needs.

  • The Basic Keelboat course starts at $750 USD
  • Most liveaboard and intermediate-to-advanced programs are starting at $3,499, depending on the course type, yacht type, duration, numner of students and seasonality.

Pricing includes instruction, course materials, onboard accommodations (for liveaboard), and some of the meals. Full details are available on Our Courses page.

You have a few great options:

  1. Fly to St. Thomas (USVI) and take a *ferry to Tortola* (1 hour)
  2. Fly to San Juan, Puerto Rico, and connect to a short flight into the BVI (EIS airport)
  3. Fly direct from Miami to BVI (EIS) — a convenient nonstop option

We’ll guide you through the best route based on your travel preferences and schedule.

We recommend booking at least 3 months in advance, especially during the high season (December–April). Availability varies by course type and instructor, so reach out early to secure your preferred dates.

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