Welcome to Newport Yachting School, where aspiring sailors and seasoned mariners come to refine their skills and gain world-class certification.
Our RYA recognized courses empower you with the knowledge to navigate confidently and sail safely, no matter where the wind takes you.
We offer
Featured Courses
RYA Day Skipper Theory
This is a shorebased course which introduces students to nautical terms, ropework, anchoring, navigation and safety at sea

RYA Coastal Skipper Theory / Yachtmaster Offshore Theory
a shorebased course that builds on the knowledge acquired during RYA Day Skipper Theory.

RYA Marine Radio SRC
The RYA Marine Radio Short Range Communications Course covers the required syllabus so that you may sit for the Short Range Certificate exam.

Enroll in our RYA theory courses today.
Meet the Team
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Lyssandra Barbieri
Lyssandra kept one foot on land and one in the water for as long as possible, then finally sailed the high seas, traveling to New Zealand, Australia, the Caribbean, California, a couple of islands in the Pacific, and a little everywhere in the Mediterranean. Principal of Second Star Sailing, she teaches shorebased and practical RYA courses from Competent Crew to Yachtmaster Ocean. With a steady diet of (decaf??? Really??) coffee, running and yoga on the side, she keeps her calm aboard at all times.
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Alexandra Booth
Alexandra has salt water throughout her veins, starting with her passion for diving evolving to sailing and eventually instructing. Working as a Superyacht captain and promoting sailing for women throughout her career. Alex continues to love the water from racing to instructing.
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Aliya Brown
As a marketer with a passion for sailing, Aliya blends her love for water sports with her career. Her sailing journey began in secondary school and was rekindled through her involvement in regattas and sailing events. Now, she is actively pursuing certifications to advance her sailing skills.
Through her work, she aims to promote the beauty and adventure of sailing while fostering local participation in the sport. She is dedicated to environmental awareness, teamwork, and creating connections through the excited world of sailing.