About Us
As Scotland's motor cruising school, we offer a wide variety of shorebased and practical courses. Whether you're looking to take your first steps on the water or are a more experienced skipper wanting to further develop your skills, we have the right course for you.
All of our courses can now be booked online. You can join one of our scheduled courses or we can tailor a course to suit your individual needs.
Motor Cruising
Navigation & Theory
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Bold Ranger
Bold Ranger is also available for charter.
Please contact us for more information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I book?
All of our courses can now be booked online.
If you have any questions then please call us on 07771 851349, email info@hebrideanseaschool.com or send us a message here.
What will be expected of me?
An outline of the course content can be found by clicking on a course above. A full syllabus can be downloaded from the same area. Please read the syllabus for more detailed information on what your course will involve and don't hesitate to get in touch if you're still not sure.
The course syllabus will also have details of the pre-requisites for the course. Even if you think you meet all the pre-requisites, please double check! Unfortunately, if you don't meet all of the requirements or don't bring paperwork to support your eligibility, you will not be able to sit the exam.
Are your courses suitable for children?
The minimum age to join our courses is 18 years old.
Do you have any fitness requirements?
None of our courses are hard-going, but for practical courses we do require a small level of fitness so that you are capable of getting in and out of tenders, and moving around the vessel whilst at sea.
Where can I stay?
During our practical motor cruising courses we provide accommmodation aboard our Nelson 42, Bold Ranger. The first two nights of your course we will usually come ashore in Dunstaffnage so the choice is yours whether you stay aboard or find somewhere local to rest your head.
No accommodation is provided during theory courses but there are plenty of places around Oban that we would be happy to recommend.
What about food?
During our practical courses we provide breakfast and lunch but dinner is not included. Depending on the weather and our location, we usually try to find somewhere to go ashore for an evening meal but occasionally it will be cooked on board. Whether ashore or aboard, you will need cash for evening meals.
Theory courses provide ample tea and coffee (James can't function without a fresh brew every 15 minutes!) but please bring your own lunch. There are plenty of places along Main Street for you to grab something tasty.
And how about the Scottish weather?
Although the weather can be unpredictable, the west coast of Scotland is littered with over forty different islands - with hundreds of safe bays in which to anchor, there is always somewhere safe. At Hebridean Sea School, we take every care to ensure your safety and comfort on board. If the weather does change then you can rest assured that there will be experienced hands at the helm.
Finding us
Our practical courses start from Dunstaffnage Marina. Own boat tuition can be carried out anywhere in the UK.
Theory courses are usually based at Dunstaffnage Marina, but can be arranged from any suitable location upon request.
Please get in touch
All of our courses can be reserved online but if you have any queries at all then please use the form below to contact us.
