Sailing in heavy weather can be daunting for new or inexperienced sailors, so training and preparation is key. Below you can find a definition of heavy weather sailing, followed by a handful of tips and techniques. If you wish to gain confidence, then we recommend...
We honour the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) as it reaches a significant milestone – 200 years of the RNLI.
Sailing from Falmouth to the Isles of Scilly usually takes between 10 and 15 hours depending on weather, tides and sea conditions. Discover what affects the crossing and why arriving by yacht is such a memorable experience.
Each year the Round the Island Race attracts thousands of sailors and spectators. The event goes around the island once, in an anti-clockwise direction. But just how far is the Round the Island Race? The Round the Island Race as the sea...
One of the prerequisites for taking the RYA Yachtmaster Coastal or Yachtmaster Offshore qualification is having a valid first aid certificate. First aid at sea is an essential skill, as in the unlikely event of a medical emergency, prompt action and...
What is tidal water? Discover the RYA definition of tidal waters and where to gain tidal miles for Yachtmaster Coastal and Offshore.
Whilst most sailors will take our RYA courses on boats belonging to First Class Sailing, it is also possible to take Day Skipper on your own boat with our instructors. There are some things to consider including the safety equipment you have on board: here’s how it...
If you’ve never set foot on a sailing yacht, you might be missing out on an incredible adventure that combines the thrill of the open water with escapism at its finest. In this article, we’ll explore 10 reasons to try sailing for the first time and join us on a Sailing Experience Day.