Heir Island Sailing School

Heir Island Sailing School Heir Island Sailing School is situated in Roaringwater Bay amongst Carbery’s 100 Isles in West Cork. Instructors are professional.

It has safe sailing waters, wonderful sandy beaches, a coastline that is heaven for the adventurous. The premises which have been owned by the Moore family for over 40 years were the commercial centre of the island in days gone by when it was run by the Burke family after whom the current shop is named.It has been totally rebuilt and fitted out and contains 7 En-suite rooms, a large dining room an

d a lounge for relaxation, it can cater for up to 20 residents comfortably. Heir Island Sailing School is an Irish Sailing Association aproved Training Centre Our courses generally are those set up and recognised by the Irish Sailing Association. Below is the description of our main courses, this is an outline of what we can organise for individuals and families. We will respond to any group request (10 to 21 sailors) and tailor a special programme, whether the group wishes intensive training or a more relaxed approach to sailing in our pristine island studded waters.

10/04/2026
Happy Equinox! 🌗✨​Celebrating a day of perfect balance and the official shift in seasons. Sending love and light on this...
20/03/2026

Happy Equinox! 🌗✨
​Celebrating a day of perfect balance and the official shift in seasons. Sending love and light on this natural turning point. ⚖️🍃
​ Balance SeasonShift

Happy St. Patrick's Day from all of us at Heir Island Sailing School! ☘️🇮🇪​We're sending you a warm "Lá Fhéile Pádraig s...
17/03/2026

Happy St. Patrick's Day from all of us at Heir Island Sailing School! ☘️🇮🇪
​We're sending you a warm "Lá Fhéile Pádraig sona duit!" (Happy St. Patrick's Day!) from the beautiful Heir Island in West Cork. 🇮🇪
​ Whether you're on the water or on dry land, we hope you have a wonderful day.
​Sláinte! 🍻
​ LáFhéilePádraig Shamrocks Green Sailing CelebrateIreland

Ready to trade the screen for the sea this Easter? 🐣⛵️​We are back on the water for our Easter Sailing Camp! Whether you...
10/03/2026

Ready to trade the screen for the sea this Easter? 🐣⛵️
​We are back on the water for our Easter Sailing Camp! Whether you're a seasoned sailor or a complete beginner, come join us for five days of salt air, skill-building, and island vibes.
​📍 Where: Heir Island Sailing School
🗓️ When: April 6th – 10th
🕙 Time: 10am – 4pm daily
​Spaces are limited and tend to fly (or sail) fast. Secure your spot now and make this Easter one to remember! 🌊
​Link in bio to book! 🔗
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Long weekend is coming, get out on the water if you can, here is some of us enjoying some surf on Sherkin Island last Su...
29/01/2026

Long weekend is coming, get out on the water if you can, here is some of us enjoying some surf on Sherkin Island last Sunday! 🌊

The wait is over! ☀️ We're thrilled to announce that bookings for all our incredible sailing courses at Heir Island Sail...
14/01/2026

The wait is over! ☀️ We're thrilled to announce that bookings for all our incredible sailing courses at Heir Island Sailing School are officially open! From beginner lessons to advanced techniques, come and discover the joy of sailing in one of Ireland's most picturesque locations.

09/01/2026

🎉A Very Happy New Year From Heir Island ⛅ Wishing everyone best wishes for 2026. We are getting lots of enquires and questions about when bookings are opening for this year and I can now say that bookings should be live to book next Wednesday 14th Jan. For anyone who has emailed in already we will give them priority and hold spots provisionally. Lots coming this year, and we hope to be posting a bit more frequently than last year, can't be hard!😂🏄

31/01/2025

🎉Hello Everyone! Just wishing you all the best for 2025! We hope to going live next week for bookings, if you've emailed or on a waitlist already, you'll receive a booking link this weekend to guarantee your spots! 2025 here we come!!🌞🔥

🎉🥳Delighted and honoured to be The Southern Region Training Centre of the Year! Many thanks to all our wonderful instruc...
23/03/2024

🎉🥳Delighted and honoured to be The Southern Region Training Centre of the Year! Many thanks to all our wonderful instructors and senior instructors, without whom we wouldn't be where we are! Also a huge thanks to all our sailors, windsurfers, and powerboaters that have come to us over the years! We look forward to seeing many of you on the water this year! We had a great night at the hosted in the wonderful many thanks as well to for their support all the time and for holding the awards!

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Heir Island
Skibbereen
WESTCORK

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