British Sail Academy was founded by Professional Skipper and RYA Yachtmaster Instructor Miles Pitcher alongside a small team of select Instructors offering renowned bespoke training for current and potential Yacht owners. Yacht ownership can be complicated but we offer a unique service to assist every step of the way. Advice with purchasing your first yacht, training to safely & competently operate your vessel, navigation tuition, assisted long distance delivery and vessel maintenance.

The Team

Our Reviews

  • Jay and Rhio

    "My wife and I recently had the pleasure of learning to sail with Miles and Phoebe through their own-boat tuition program. They addressed not just the sailing basics but also broader elements like understanding weather patterns, line and sail management, docking procedures, and navigation techniques. Their comprehensive approach helped us feel more confident and well-rounded in our understanding of boats and sailing. It was also incredibly pleasant to have Miles and Phoebe on-board, and we enjoyed listening to their stories and sailing experiences over dinner and drinks. Another huge fan of Phoebe and Miles was our dog, who took to both of them immediately. Additionally, Miles and Phoebe offered valuable insights into boat up-keep and maintenance. We had some ongoing issues with our boat which they managed to find and fix, resulting in a huge quality-of-life upgrade. We appreciated their hands-on help, which covered more than just instructional sailing but also long-term boat care.At the risk of sounding too enthusiastic, the value of having such resourceful and skilled instructors cannot be overstated. We were thrilled with our experience and are already in the process of scheduling more sessions to continue learning about boats and sailing."

    “TOPDOG” 56 LAGOON CATAMARAN

  • Paul

    A great teacher who takes plenty of time to develop the correct knowledge and understanding in a good atmosphere.

  • Francis

    I had miles for my Yachtmaster prep week leading up to my practical exam. Was great to have him on the boat with his calm and welcoming demeanour, making it easy and relaxing learning new skills. It was good fun on the boat when he was there, always up for a laugh but also professional doing so.