Empowering sailors for over 45 years
East Anglian Sea School is a small, friendly family-run business that has set the standard for training excellence on the East Coast for over 45 years. As the third generation of the same family, we are proud to continue the legacy of our family's commitment to providing exceptional maritime education.
As a premier Royal Yachting Association (RYA) sea school, we are situated at Suffolk Yacht Harbour, with state-of-the-art facilities, seaworthy yachts, and delicious home-cooked catering on our vessels. Our reputation is built on the unparalleled quality of our training experiences, matched only by our pioneering contributions to nautical education.
Our Services
At East Anglian Sea School, we offer a diverse range of maritime pursuits, including:
- Comprehensive sailing lessons
- RYA theory and practical courses
- Motorboat and powerboat instruction
- Offshore racing
- Sailing adventures
- Yacht proficiency
- Navigation skills
- Specialized navigation courses tailored for coastal and marine environments
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced sailor, we have a range of courses designed to cater to your needs. From RYA certifications to bespoke tuition on your own boat, we are committed to providing an exceptional learning experience that sets you up for a lifetime of maritime exploration.
Meet the Team
At East Anglian Sea School, we pride ourselves on our relaxed family feel, combined with highly professional instructors who are dedicated to helping you achieve your boating aspirations. Meet our office team, consisting of Edd and Amelia, who took over the running of the business in 2018. Edd is the principal of East Anglian Sea School and started his career with the company as an RYA Assistant Dinghy Instructor.
Our Fleet
We operate a fleet of well-maintained and seaworthy yachts, motorboats, and dinghies, ensuring that you have the perfect vessel to match your training needs.
Our Base
Our base is situated at Suffolk Yacht Harbour, providing easy access to the best sailing and boating waters in the region.
Why Choose East Anglian Sea School?
With over 45 years of experience, we have built a reputation for providing exceptional maritime education and training. Our family-run business is dedicated to helping you achieve your boating aspirations, whether you're a beginner or an experienced sailor. We offer a range of courses tailored to your needs, from RYA certifications to bespoke tuition on your own boat.
Meet Our Courses
Explore our range of courses, from yacht racing and sailing adventures to specialized navigation courses. Use our course planner to find the perfect course for you.
Positive Feedback and Experience
The reviews from David Watson, Martin Worth, Robin Laushway, and Jeremy are all extremely positive. They highlight the excellent service and instruction provided by East Anglian Sea School (EASS) and its instructors. The friends and family of the reviewer, Martin Worth, found the ICC course to be enjoyable and well-structured. The instructor, Jonathan Conne, was praised by David Watson for his ability to teach and guide him to achieve his Competent Crew certification. Robin Laushway appreciated the instructor, Paul, for making the RYA course challenging and fun. Jeremy's 3-day sailing trip with EASS was described as an epic adventure and praised the instructors, the yacht, and the experience.
Negative Feedback and Experience
The review from Licia Capra was extremely negative. She found the teaching style of her instructor, Peter, to be shocking, as he would ask quiz-style questions before providing any explanation, leaving students feeling unprepared. The instructor never demonstrated knots, leaving students to learn them from a book. Additionally, the instructor did not cook or do any washing up for the entire duration of the course, leaving the students to do all the tasks. The boat was also in disrepair, with the hob not working and the oven not being cleaned.
Conclusion
Overall, the reviews for East Anglian Sea School (EASS) were overwhelmingly positive, with students praising the excellent service and instruction provided by the school and its instructors. However, one student, Licia Capra, had a negative experience with the school and found the teaching style to be unhelpful and the instructor to be unprofessional.
