Sailing News

As summer makes way for autumn and the days become a bit crisper, the idea of setting sail might not be the first thing that comes to mind. However, there are a number of reasons why choosing to participate in an RYA sailing courses during autumn is a brilliant idea.

Join us as we embark on a journey into the world of nautical and sailing superstitions, exploring the intriguing beliefs and practices that have shaped the lives of those who brave the waves.

First Class Sailing is thrilled to announce its participation in the Ocean Globe Race Village.

The Challenger 3 team has finished the Rolex Fastnet race, we hear from Skipper Ricky on-board…

So you love sailing, and you know (like we do) there’s nothing better in the world, but how do you convince your colleagues at work to test the waters? We have just the tips!

As the Rolex Fastnet race kicks off, we hear from Skipper Ricky on-board Challenger 3 – Day 1 blog,

Challenger 3 Skipper Ricky, looks ahead to the passage plan for the Rolex Fastnet race.

Exploring the breathtaking scenery of the Norwegian Fjords, our skipper Matt on the 16-day voyage – Norway Sailing Adventure to the Fjords and Back trip shares photos and gives his account of this incredible trip onboard the Challenger 72 yacht.

The final blog from Challenger 2 finds the crew in a reflective and poetic mood. Carey and James G describe the trials and tribulations of such a sea-going voyage, and why it was all worth it   Today we wanted to write about those aspects of ocean sailing that are perhaps not as readily evident… Read more