Seas Life was purchased in 2016 after a long search for the perfect sailing vessel!
We design and provide lifelong, keepsake memories for families, friends and guests.
Our Mission
To design customizable, lifelong, and keepsake memories for families, friends, and guests through adventure, education, and happiness on the water.
Meet the Captain of Seas Life
Captain Ryan
Captain Ryan Carroll is a passionate adventurer and seasoned sailor who lives by the belief that dreams are worth chasing, no matter how big or small. His journey began in 2006 when he purchased his first sailboat with no sailing experience, determined to make the water his home. Living at a marina in Norfolk, Virginia, Captain Ryan formed lasting friendships with veteran sailors who introduced him to offshore adventures—sailing from Guadeloupe to the Bahamas, and Florida to North Carolina, learning the art of navigation and immersing himself in new cultures.
After two years living aboard his Bristol 40’ in the Virgin Islands, Captain Ryan quickly honed his skills, transitioning from a snorkel tour guide to Captain for Caribbean Sea Adventures, then to the helm of a private 50’ Cranchi Mediterranee yacht. His most memorable voyage came in 2012 when he sailed Bagheera from the Virgin Islands to Virginia. That journey was a pivotal moment, as it spurred him to return to the mainland, save money, and pursue his next great dream: to find a boat worthy of circumnavigating the globe with his family.
Back on land, Captain Ryan thrived as a leading real estate agent in Hampton Roads, helping families find homes in the region, while also serving as General Manager for a well-established catering business, modernizing operations with new software. A proud graduate of East Carolina University—Go Pirates!—Captain Ryan is dedicated to helping others create lives that bring them joy, just as he has.
In his time sailing the Caribbean, Captain Ryan has circumnavigated 13 countries, hundreds of islands, and made lifelong friends from every corner of the globe. After years of traveling, he found a place that resonated with his soul: Folly Beach, South Carolina. Here, he has built a life that blends his love for the sea with his desire to contribute to a vibrant community.
Captain Ryan now shares his passion for sailing with guests, taking them on unforgettable adventures that showcase the beauty of the Charleston waters. He feels deeply grateful to those who join him on the water, as their support makes his dream of owning a catamaran and living this life possible. With a commitment to providing an exceptional experience, Captain Ryan’s ultimate goal is for every guest to leave with memories they can’t wait to share and a desire to return to Folly Beach.
““We must free ourselves of the hope that the sea will ever rest. We must learn to sail in high winds.””
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
50-ton Captain License
Traveled 6,000+ nautical miles of open ocean
Visited 13 countries, and counting
Re-fit a 43-foot Catamaran.
Start businesses committed to life's work.
Offering overnight and day trips.