Are you considering a sailing course but are worried about coming alone? About a third of our students come sailing by themselves, so it isn’t unusual, but I can fully understand it may seem a bit daunting, especially for females. This video features a couple of ladies who came on a Competent Crew alone. They [...]
General Interest
Which ActionCam For Your Sailing Trip?
Most of us like to take loads of pictures when we’re on holiday. A sailing holiday or course has particular challenges, as the camera you use must be able to withstand bumps and splashes. Actioncams are perfect for capturing videos and still photos out on the water but, with several on the market, which one [...]
Last Chances for Summer Sailing
It's always disappointing if you miss out on something you want to do. Our group sailing courses for July and August are almost fully booked but there are still places left on certain dates. Don't wait any longer if you want to sail with us this summer ... If you want private tuition on [...]
Democracy ends at the Gangway
I've heard George, my husband, use this phrase from time to time. George joined the Royal Navy as a boy sailor at the tender age of 14. I always imagined this was a saying he had been taught then. Perhaps it had first been uttered by Admiral Lord Nelson, Sir Walter Raleigh, or some other [...]
Photos of Astarti – Older but in Great Condition!
A few weeks ago I posted about Astarti, the Sun Odyssey 42.2, that has recently been made available for either charter or RYA courses from Aegina. Another recent addition, to our staff this time, is Benjamin Schmidt from Luxemburg. Ben is with us on an international internship for six months. His background is photography so [...]
Happy Birthday Mark Cooper!
A toast for Mark's 50th birthday Monday was a landmark day for Mark, our Chief Instructor, as he reached his half-century. He's been sailing since he was a child and his phenomenal sailing knowledge and experience, coupled with his cheery disposition, make him a very popular instructor. Raised in Cornwall, the county at the 'foot' of [...]
Dramatic Rescue of MOB in the middle of the Pacific
A British man has told of the terrifying moment he was washed overboard from a yacht in the middle of the Pacific Ocean - then watched in horror as it disappeared from sight. Andrew Taylor, who was taking part in the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race, a global race for amateur sailors, spent 90 [...]
Get Your Radio Licence – Be Prepared For Chartering Anywhere
Some countries now ask for a marine radio operator's licence in addition to your skipper's licence if you want to charter. There's no sign of it in Greece at present. (Radio use is pretty poor here as a consequence ...) Even if you don't have to have a licence for chartering it makes sense to [...]
Discover the Skills for a Happy Crew
Our aim is always to give you the very best experience possible - in every way! With a new season about to start our boats are ready to go! They look great, polished and shiny, with everything serviced and checked, ready for the first students to arrive on Sunday. Now that winter maintenance is complete, [...]
New online RYA Marine Radio Operator’s Course
International pressure is forcing more and more countries to conform to the regulations for operation of marine radio sets, which should only be used under the supervision of someone with a legal marine radio operator's licence. Croatia has insisted for a few years that those who charter yachts must have a radio operator's licence [...]