Sailing News
All the latest news from the world of sailing and stories from experienced sailors.
We are often asked whether age is a barrier to sailing, and our response is always a resounding no. People of all ages and backgrounds can enjoy sailing, so if you are aged 60 to 65 or above, let us put your mind at rest… 60 is not too old to start sailing; you should… Read more
How Black Sails Blends Fiction & Real History
Treasure Island was one of my favourite works of fiction when I was a child. Admittedly my first exposure to the tale was via the Muppets movie adaptation. However, once I did read the Robert Louis Stevenson book it inspired a fascination with sailing and pirates that followed me to adulthood. This is… Read more
Adventure to Norway sailing on a Challenger Yacht
Sailing to Norway – Day 1 Kindred Spirits Sailing to Norway – So the day we have all been looking forward to has finally arrived. We each arrive bright eyed on the quay to meet our fellow sailors and the professional crew. Warm greetings and cups of tea later we are thoroughly briefed, attired and… Read more
The Real Ships Of Disney’s Pirates Of The Caribbean
This blog is going to look at some of the real ships of Disney’s Pirates Of The Caribbean and also answer some of the common questions people ask about the ships used in the Pirates Of The Caribbean, including whether they are real ships or not! Filming out at sea as always… Read more
RYA VHF Radio course teaches you an important skill
Why VHF Radio is an important skill? First Class Sailing’s VHF Radio course teaches you important skill that not only protects your safety but is also a legal requirement. In rules set out by the government a minimum of one person onboard a yacht must have a VHF Radio license. If you ever find yourself… Read more
First Aid at Sea & What To Do When Things Do Go Wrong?
You never want things to go wrong, and in reality it is unlikely they will. But with a lot of skills when it comes to sailing, for your own personal safety and that of your crew, it is better to have them and not have to use them. This blog will be looking at First… Read more
Solent Sailing on Saturday 24th September 2022
Looking for something to do? How About Solent Sailing on 24th 2022? Are you looking for something different to do on your next sail? How about Solent Sailing on Saturday 24th September 2022? Then Clive Loughlin is here to help with his latest article for Sailing today. Clive is an instructor for First Class Sailing… Read more
Celestial Navigation is an ancient sailing skill you need to know
For hundreds of years before the advent of GPS sailors navigated the ocean using only a sextant and heavenly bodies. From Polynesians to Phoenicians. Viking raiders of the 5th Century to pillaging Pirates of the 18th. All used forms of Celestial Navigation. Recently we’ve discovered Vikings even manage to reach the shores of North American… Read more
Why is heavy weather sailing an important skill?
Sailing in heavy and bad weather is a vital skill to have on you sailing toolbelt. If you’ve never done it before it can be a challenging and daunting experience. Knowing what to do when faced with high winds and big seas gives you the skills and confidence to sail safely. This blog will answer… Read more
How Do Yachtmaster Coastal/Offshore Certificate Of Competence Differ?
Over the last few blog posts I’ve been walking through the RYA course progression. Some courses offer a different experience in your learning journey, in what you learn and how you taught it. With some focused on helping you gain experience and miles rather than teaching you. This blog focuses on one of these courses.… Read more
