
Captain, RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Examiner and Instructor

Worldwide Yacht deliveries, Charter, Training, Yacht Management

Hello, my name is Fabrice Vauclair. I am a captain with commercial qualifications from several countries, including the United Kingdom, New Zealand, France, and Portugal. From an early age, I have been involved with boats and ships, and my passion for the sea has guided my entire career. Over the years, I have worked as a skipper for private owners, an RYA Yachtmaster Instructor and Examiner, and in yacht delivery and charter—both freelance and in full-time positions. My sailing experience spans many regions of the world, including France, the United Kingdom, the Mediterranean, West Africa, South America, the Caribbean, the Bahamas, the United States, New Zealand, and Polynesia. I have sailed a wide variety of vessels, such as sailing yachts, motor cruisers, and traditional gaff-rigged boats.
Now based in Cascais, Portugal, I am the owner, RYA School Principal, and Chief Instructor of Seawings (RYA Training Centre). I manage the centre and teach the RYA Yachtmaster Scheme (both sailing vessels and power-driven craft), as well as powerboat, RADAR, and marine radio courses.
I am professional, reliable, and highly safety-oriented. I am also friendly, social, and open-minded, and I take pride in providing high-quality instruction tailored to each student.
Please visit my website to learn more about who I am and how I can support you.
Do not hesitate to contact me for training, RYA qualifications, yacht deliveries, yacht management, or skippering services.