Application for Recognition as a South African Sailing Recognised Training Centre (RTC) – 2026 Onwards

This application process is designed to assess and formally recognise training centres that meet the standards of South African Sailing (SA Sailing), in alignment with World Sailing requirements, national governance standards, and SA Sailing’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Becoming an RTC confirms that your organisation is authorised to deliver SA Sailing training programmes and certifications, subject to ongoing compliance, monitoring, and quality assurance.

Purpose of the Application

The RTC recognition process ensures that all approved training centres:

• Deliver training that meets SA Sailing and World Sailing standards
• Operate in compliance with safety, governance, and operational requirements
• Maintain appropriate facilities, equipment, and qualified personnel
• Uphold consistent learner assessment and certification practices

Scope of Evaluation

Applications will be reviewed against SA Sailing’s RTC SOP, including but not limited to:

• Governance & Administration (legal status, policies, record keeping, POPIA compliance)
• Training Delivery Capacity (qualified instructors, course structures, ratios)
• Safety Management (safety boats, emergency procedures, OHS compliance)
• Facilities & Equipment (training environment, vessels, maintenance standards)
• Programme Compliance (alignment with prescribed syllabi and certification requirements)

Inspection & Verification Process

All applications are subject to:

• Document Review – submission of all required supporting documents
• Inspection (where applicable) – physical or virtual verification of facilities, equipment, and operations
• Compliance Assessment – evaluation against RTC standards and inspection checklist

Centres may be required to address findings or submit additional evidence before approval is granted.

Service Level Agreement (SLA)

Approved RTCs will be required to enter into an SLA with SA Sailing, which outlines:

• Roles and responsibilities of both parties
• Reporting and record-keeping requirements
• Quality assurance and audit obligations
• Renewal and re-evaluation timelines
• Conditions for suspension or withdrawal of recognition

Approval & Validity

• Recognition is granted for a defined period, subject to ongoing compliance
• RTC status is contingent on adherence to SA Sailing policies and periodic reviews
• Non-compliance may result in corrective actions, suspension, or withdrawal of RTC status

Submission Requirements

Applicants must complete all sections of this application and upload the required supporting documentation. Incomplete applications will not be processed.

See Files for download section at the bottom of this page for Information pack and forms to be downloaded and completed to include in the formal the submision