The Yachts of Sailing School Malta: Quality, Comfort & Training
Published on 18 December 2025
At Sailing School Malta, the yacht fleet is carefully chosen to support both training and skippered charter. Whether you’re taking an RYA Start Yachting course, building miles on a Mile Builder, or going on a sailing holiday in Malta, Gozo, or beyond — the boats you train on make a big difference. Here’s an overview of our current fleet and what makes each yacht special.
Our Fleet Overview
Sailing School Malta currently operates three modern sailing yachts, all well-maintained, in the 44–54 ft size range. These yachts have different roles: some are dedicated to training, some are used primarily for charter, and others are flexible for both.
Here are the three yachts:
• Look Far — Bavaria 44 Cruiser (2004)
• Ocean Caresser — Bavaria 46 Cruiser (2007)
• Xanax — Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 (2005)
Yacht Details & Strengths
• Role: Primarily used for RYA Start Yachting and training.
• Length & Size: About 44 ft; a manageable size for students learning handling, sail trim, and manoeuvres.
• Why It’s Great for Training:
o Spacious enough for comfort but not too large — ideal for first RYA courses like Competent Crew, Day Skipper, or even Start Yachting.
o Real-world layout: students practice on a true cruising yacht, not a dinghy or small trainer.
o Good for manoeuvring and mooring practice in Maltese bays, which builds confidence early.
Ocean Caresser — Bavaria 46 Cruiser
• Role: Used for both training (Mile Builder) and skippered charter.
• Length: ~46 ft
• Accommodation: 4 cabins and 2 heads, comfortable for multi-day trips with a crew.
• Performance & Comfort:
o Balanced comfort, seaworthiness, and ease of handling.
o Ideal for longer RYA training (Mile Builder) trips around Malta or even Sicily.
o Large water and fuel capacity ensures better endurance.
• Why It’s Valuable:
o Students get real yacht experience — overnight trips, passage practice, anchoring, and mooring.
o Charterers enjoy comfort and space for family/group cruising.
Xanax — Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54
• Role: Primarily a charter yacht, occasionally used for training or skippered sails.
• Length: 54 ft — the largest in the fleet.
• Strengths:
o Spacious below decks for longer trips and higher guest capacity.
o Comfortable living: more cabins and generous common areas, perfect for skippered charters, vacation sailing, or team-building sails.
o Stability and comfort make it ideal for scenic sailing with larger groups.
Why This Fleet Works Well for Sailing School Malta
• Versatility: 44 ft yachts for training, 46 ft for advanced courses, 54 ft for charters and combination training.
• Professional Instruction: Equipped for RYA training — mooring, anchoring, navigation, and Mile Builder experience.
• Comfort: Cabins, berths, heads, and galley ensure enjoyable multi-day trips.
• Reliability: Well-maintained fleet ensures smooth training and safe charters.
How the Yachts Enhance Different Sailing Experiences
• RYA Students: Real cruising yachts make anchoring, mooring, and sail trimming realistic — essential for Competent Crew, Day Skipper, and Yacht Master training.
• Mile Builders & Offshore Training: Ocean Caresser — Bavaria 46 Cruiser is ideal for offshore passages, night sailing, and advanced navigation exercises.
• Skippered Charter Clients: Xanax — Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 54 offers comfort, space, and stability for families, groups, or anyone wanting to sail without doing everything themselves.
Why This Matters for Prospective Sailors & Clients
• Learning Confidence: Real yachts boost crew confidence quickly.
• Charter Appeal: Robust, well-maintained yachts reassure charter clients.
• Career Path: Essential stepping stone for professional RYA qualifications and offshore experience.
• Flexible Use: Fleet serves both training and charter, giving excellent value to students and clients.
The Sailing School Malta yacht fleet is a strong asset for sailing training and chartered adventures. With three well-maintained yachts ranging from 44 to 54 ft, students and charterers enjoy realistic training platforms, comfort, and professional guidance.