Where could be more convenient than your own workplace to get your sailing navigation theory courses done and dusted before the sailing season? Requiring just a meeting room or boardroom, you can arrange for one of our RYA Theory courses to be taught in the comfort of...
We know it can be a difficult decision deciding which sailing course to take. At First Class Sailing we offer pick and mix competent crew sailing courses and day skipper courses so you can mix and match your course dates at a time that’s convenient for you. We...
Discover yacht racing experiences you can join, from the iconic Round the Island Race to demanding offshore challenges like the Fastnet, ARC Rally, and Round Britain & Ireland Race. Open to a wide range of experience levels, these crew-led races combine teamwork, learning, and adventure at sea.
Are you ready to take the reins? Take First Class Sailings’ Boat Handling Masterclass in Southampton and learn all the essentials. If you're looking for the ultimate course to improve your confidence in control of a boat, or prepare you for chartering a boat, then...
Great Britain Take Home 3 Medals in the Olympic Sailing The Rio Olympics 2016 has been an incredible competition for Great Britain, with an overall position of second place for total number of medals, putting us directly behind the USA. The Winners Putting Great in...
First Class Sailing's RYA Diesel Engine Maintenance Course is the perfect introduction to everyday engine maintenance. Completing a diesel engine maintenance course could not only save you money and increase your confidence, enhancing your sailing experiences, but...
The Channel Islands, a renowned destination for sailing adventures thanks to the sheer variety of experiences on offer. From remote rocky archipelagos such as Minquiers and Ecrehos to marinas at the heart of lively holiday towns like St Helier and St Peter Port, the...
First Port of Call in Norway - Stavanger We docked in Stavanger on Thursday, spotting our berth beside the gleaming metal hull of the Petroleum Museum. I’d like to say that we docked in the dawn light, but this time of year the sun rises before 4am (!) so we were a...