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A mix of insights into our courses and trips, engaging stories from some adventures, and educational content for anyone passionate about sailing.
Sailing Course for Beginners – How to Start Learning to Sail
Thinking about learning to sail? Discover why the RYA Competent Crew course is one of the best sailing courses for beginners and how people build confidence quickly on the water.
The Real Ships Of Disney’s Pirates Of The Caribbean
Many of the ships seen in Disney’s Pirates of the Caribbean were real vessels with fascinating maritime histories. This article explores the real ships used in the films, how they were filmed at sea, and why these iconic sailing ships still capture the imagination today.
Bergen to Portsmouth Delivery Sail – Build Miles on a True Offshore Passage
Build offshore miles fast on a Bergen to Portsmouth delivery sail through the North Sea, offshore platforms and the busy Dover Strait.
From UK Winter to Caribbean Trade Winds: Why Sailors Escape South
Why sailors escape the UK winter for Caribbean trade winds, warm nights and real sailing through the winter months.
Is a Caribbean Sailing Holiday Right for You?
An honest guide to deciding whether a Caribbean sailing holiday is the right winter escape for you.
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VHF Radio Course: Sign Up & What to Expect
Sailors need to know how to use a VHF radio. Not only is it essential for safety, it’s also the law - if your yacht is fitted with a VHF radio, someone on board needs to hold a licence. That’s where the RYA VHF Radio Course comes in. Whether you’re...
To The Channel Islands and back on a Challenger 72 yacht
The following is a short account from the skipper of the Challenger Yacht we sailed to the Channel Islands and back in June. Ship’s Captain’s Log of the good ship Challenger 4 on a 5 day trip from Portsmouth to the Channel Islands in June. 3 June 2025 Deck all...
Online Day Skipper Theory Course: Learn at Your Own Pace
If you’re ready to take the next step in your sailing journey, but you need something that fits around a busy schedule, the Online RYA Day Skipper Theory course is the best place to start. It’s a flexible and thorough online sailing course which has been...
Day Skipper Course: What to Expect
If you already have some experience of sailing under your belt and you're ready to take things to the next level, the RYA Day Skipper Practical Course should be your next move. On the Day Skipper Course you will go from crewing to skippering so you can...
Everything You Need To Know About RYA Yachtmaster Theory
In last weeks blog we broke down RYA Day Skipper Practical and how it fits in to your learning progression. RYA Yachtmaster Theory is the next step in that journey and on its completion you opens up RYA Coastal Skipper Practical Course as well as several other...
Your First Steps When You Learn To Sail
Do you want to learn to sail but don’t know where to start. This quick guide will get you heading in the right direction.
Do you have what it takes to be a Yachtmaster?
Yachtmaster Offshore The RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Offshore Certificate of Competence is largely regarded as the pinnacle of sailing qualifications. The Exam To achieve the qualification you need to pass a practical on the water exam that can last for up to 12 hours. That...
Competent Crew Course – Get Into Sailing
Competent Crew Course - Get Into Sailing with Family or Friends Have you ever wanted to go sailing, but didn’t know where to start? Whether you come from a sailing family and want to build up your knowledge, you haven’t sailed in a while and need your memory...
















