Duck-2-Water Ltd

Duck-2-Water Ltd is an RYA training provider and marine charter operator based at Ocean Village Marina in Southampton, UK. The company specialises in Royal Yachting Association (RYA) accredited powerboat training, motor cruising courses, and sailing instruction for recreational and professional mariners. Duck-2-Water offers a comprehensive range of nautical training services including powerboat courses from Level 1 to Advanced, practical motor cruising tuition spanning Day Skipper through Yachtmaster qualifications, and shoreside theory courses covering VHF radio, First Aid, Radar, and navigational theory (2-day and 5-day programmes).

The company operates a modern 6.8-metre RIB vessel for practical waterborne instruction and provides Own Boat Tuition for clients seeking personalised coaching on their own vessels. Beyond training, Duck-2-Water arranges marine charters for private and corporate events aboard RIBs, motor cruisers, and sailing vessels, catering to clients seeking professional skippered experiences on the Solent and surrounding waters. Founded in 2002, the company combines hands-on maritime education with leisure and corporate charter services, serving recreational sailors, powerboat enthusiasts, and business clients throughout the south coast of England.